NATO Phonetic Alphabet
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Frequently asked questions
What is the NATO phonetic alphabet?
It is the international radiotelephony spelling alphabet (ICAO/NATO) where each letter has a code word — A = Alfa, B = Bravo, and so on — so letters are not confused over a noisy connection.
Why "Alfa" and "Juliett" instead of "Alpha" and "Juliet"?
The spellings are deliberately changed for non-English speakers: "Alfa" (not "Alpha") and "Juliett" with a double "t" so they are pronounced correctly.
How are digits pronounced?
Digits are spoken as numbers with slightly modified pronunciation — most famously "Niner" for 9, so it is not confused with "five" over the radio.
What is it used for?
Aviation, the military, emergency services, call centres, and anywhere you must accurately dictate names, serial numbers, or codes by phone or radio.
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