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Do you know all 26 code words used in the NATO phonetic alphabet? See if you can identify them with this quiz ...
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How NATO Chose Its Famous Alphabet

Alfa, Bravo, Charlie… Whiskey, Tango, Foxtrot. You’ve heard it in movies, the military, and aviation. But where did the NATO phonetic alphabet come from—and why these words? Discover the fascinating ...
The phonetic alphabet is a staple of aviation. In many ways, aviation and radiotelephony grew together during the World War era, and radio phonetics and aviation (as well as naval operations) are ...
Reddit user psychuil points to the official phonetic alphabet as a great means to convey your address or name when reception is bad. Chances are you've heard the phonetic alphabet before.
The NATO phonetic alphabet is a universally adopted spelling code. It helps agencies, businesses, services, aviators, and civilians communicate more clearly and precisely.
A woman was left feeling 'dumb' after she admitted she had no knowledge of the NATO phonetic alphabet until a police officer and her flatmate alerted her to it by chance ...