So, you hop in an airplane, pop on those ear warmers, and you’re qualified to talk pilot. Right? Woah there, Luke Skywalker! This is not going to be quite as easy as you think. Would it surprise you to know that in aviation people are going to expect you to verbally communicate with some form of standard phraseology? Oh, and did I mention active listening? You gotta know before you go, so let's learn how. (Students voted this the most challenging class of AirVenture the last three years, so be advised.) Level V. Session type: Workshop · Interests: Youth​/​Young Adult — Skyfarer is not affiliated with the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) or EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. This session is listed for informational purposes from the official AirVenture 2026 schedule. Times and locations can change during the event — verify on the official session page: https://events.rdmobile.com/Sessions/Details/3574095