Master Aviation Communication with Confidence

Build confidence with realistic DGCA RTR communication training designed for student pilots and aviation professionals.

Curriculum Roadmap

Phase 1
Ab-Initio Foundation
Build core aviation communication fundamentals with guided lessons, ICAO phraseology, and instructor-led RTR preparation modules.
Phase 2
Scenario Practice
Train with realistic DGCA communication scenarios, radio simulations, and independent practice sessions designed for operational confidence.
Phase 3
DGCA Examination
Prepare for final RTR assessments with mock examinations, AI-assisted evaluations, performance analytics, and structured review systems.

DCCA RTR Part1 Syllabus

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1.1

International Telecommunication Convention and Radio Regulations.

1.2

General and Aeronautical ‘Q’ Code signals and other abbreviations as contained in Annex10 (vol. I & II) of ICAO.

1.3

General Radio-telephone Communication procedure and radio telephone communication procedure for distress, urgency and direction finding.

1.4

Procedure for distress communication in maritime mobile service.

1.5

Words and figures spelling used in radio telephony.

1.6

Licensing requirement of installation and operation of radio apparatus used in aircraft.

1.7

Minimum requirement of radio equipment to be carried on aircraft as prescribed in Annexure 6 of the ICAO and DGCA in India.

1.8

FIR in India and main Radio communication and Navigation facilities available together with principal frequencies to be used for communication and navigation within India.

1.9

Meteorological codes, Pre Flight briefing service and their usages.

1.10

Knowledge of notices to airmen issued by the Civil Aviation Authorities in India, as applicable to the Aeronautical mobile and Air traffic control services.

2.1

Electrical units such as volt, Ampere, Ohm and Watt, Wavelength, frequency and their relationship.

2.2

Radio frequency propagation day and night frequencies, skip distance, fading, ground shadow and its effect on communication choice of frequencies to attain maximum efficiency in handling air ground HF communications.

2.3

System employed for air ground communications including ,intercommunications and announcing system of aircraft

2.4

Radio-navigation Aids, operation of microphones and headphones, squelch, AVC, Volume control tuning of transmitter, simplex and duplex operation; advantages
and disadvantages of Radio telephone communication; limitations of range due to frequency interference etc.

3.1

General operating procedures: Transmitting technique, Transmission of letters, Transmission of numbers, Transmission of time, Standard words and phrases,
Call signs, Call signs for aeronautical stations, Aircraft call signs, Communications, Establishment and continuation of communications, Transfer of
communications, Issue of clearance and read-back requirements, Test procedures.

3.2

General phraseology: An explanation of the role of phraseologies and plain language in radiotelephony communications, Level instructions, Position reporting, Flight plans

3.3

Aerodrome control: aircraft: Departure information and engine starting procedures, Push-back, Taxi instructions, Take-off procedures, Aerodrome traffic
circuit, Final approach and landing, Go around, after landing, essential aerodrome information.

3.4

General ATS surveillance service phraseology: Identification and vectoring, Traffic
information and avoiding action, Secondary surveillance radar, Radar assistance to
aircraft with radio communications failure, Alerting phraseologies

3.5

Aerodrome control: vehicles: Movement instructions, Crossing runways, Vehicles towing aircraft

3.6

Approach control: IFR departures, VFR departures, IFR arrivals, VFR arrivals, Vectors to final approach, Surveillance radar approach, Precision radar approach.

3.7

Area control: Area control units, Position information, Level information, Flights joining
airways, Flights leaving airways, Flights crossing airways, Flights holding en route, ATS Surveillance, Automatic Dependent Surveillance (ADS), Oceanic control

3.8

Distress and urgency procedures and communications failure procedures: Distress messages, Aircraft in distress, Imposition of silence, Termination of
distress and silence, Urgency messages, Emergency descent, Aircraft communications failure.

3.9

Transmission of meteorological and other aerodrome information: Runway Visual Range (RVR), Runway surface conditions

3.10

Miscellaneous flight handling: Selective Calling (SELCAL), Fuel dumping, Wake turbulence, Wind shear, Direction finding, ACAS manoeuvers.

Why Aviation Students Train With RTR Simulator ?

Realistic Aviation Communication Practice

Train with ICAO-standard phraseology and realistic communication scenarios designed to simulate operational aviation environments.

Scenario-Based Learning Workflow

Practice real-world aviation communication situations instead of passive memorization to improve operational thinking and communication confidence.

Unlimited Independent Practice

Repeat communication exercises anytime from desktop, iPad, or mobile devices using an aviation-grade simulator interface.

Build Confidence Under Pressure

Prepare for DGCA oral examinations by training repeatedly in structured communication environments before facing real assessments.

DGCA-Aligned Training Structure

Training modules are aligned with DGCA RTR examination workflows, aviation communication procedures, and ICAO operational standards.

DGCA RTR(A) Online Training Platform

RTR Simulator provides free DGCA RTR(A) communication training with realistic ICAO phraseology practice, aviation RT simulations, and mock examination workflows designed for student pilots and aviation professionals.

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FAQ

  • DGCA RTR(A) stands for Radio Telephony Restricted (Aeronautical). It is a mandatory aviation communication certification required for pilots in India to legally communicate with Air Traffic Control (ATC) using aircraft radio equipment.
  • The RTR exam evaluates ICAO phraseology, aviation communication procedures, radio regulations, and real-time radio telephony skills.
  • The DGCA RTR(A) examination is conducted in two stages:
  • RTR Part 1 — Theoretical Examination – CBT Mode
    • Evaluates theoretical knowledge syllabus Shared here
    • The examination is conducted online through the DGCA Pariksha portal.
  • RTR Part 2 — Practical / Oral Examination
    • RTR Part 2 is a practical communication assessment conducted in a simulator-style environment. Candidates are evaluated on:
    • Real-time aviation communication
    • ICAO-standard phraseology
    • Operational response handling
    • Radio communication confidence
    • Scenario-based aviation procedures

Students must register and apply through the DGCA Pariksha portal when examination slots open. The process generally includes:

  • Registration on the DGCA Pariksha portal
  • Selecting RTR(A) examination
  • Booking available examination dates
  • Appearing for the online examination
  • Results are usually declared within a few days after the examination.

Prepare chapter by chapter. Do question of Part 1 Start with regulations and Q-codes, then move to radio theory, general operating procedures, phraseology, aerodrome control, ATS surveillance, approach and area control, distress procedures, and meteorological topics. Your course structure already follows this progression.

After clearing RTR Part 1, candidates must book slots for RTR Part 2 through the eGCA portal.

Important points:

  • Part 2 slots are limited
  • Bookings usually open one month in advance
  • Students must regularly monitor the portal for slot availability
  • Early booking is highly recommended

The RTR Part 2 examination is conducted in a structured operational environment.

During the examination:

  • A live aviation scenario is displayed on-screen
  • Candidates receive charts, frequency information, and operational instructions
  • Realistic communication situations are simulated
  • Two evaluators supervise the assessment
  • Candidates must respond using correct aviation phraseology and communication procedures
  • The examination focuses on practical communication skills rather than memorized answers.

DGCA RTR Part 2 is a practical aviation communication examination focused on real-time radio telephony skills, ICAO-standard phraseology, and operational communication confidence. To prepare effectively, students should practice:

  • Scenario-based aviation communication
  • Frequency changes and operational instructions
  • ICAO-standard phraseology
  • Realistic RTR oral examination workflows
  • Communication under time pressure

RTR Simulator helps students prepare through a structured 3-phase training system:

  • Phase 1 — Ab Initio: Learn standard communication procedures and operational basics.
  • Phase 2 — Practice : Train using realistic aviation communication scenarios and guided simulator exercises.
  • Phase 3 — Exam Sessions: Attempt mock RTR Part 2 examinations with operational-style workflows and timed scenarios.

    The platform includes:
    • 150+ structured training modules
    • 20+ practical examination scenarios
    • Realistic communication simulations
    • ICAO-standard aviation workflows
    • Practice sessions designed for RTR oral exam preparation

Yes. RTR Simulator provides free DGCA RTR(A) communication training modules and includes a free trial with no credit card required

The syllabus includes:

  • International Telecommunication Convention and Radio Regulations
  • Q-codes and ICAO abbreviations
  • General radio-telephone procedure
  • Radio theory and propagation
  • Radio-navigation aids
  • Microphone and headphone operation
  • General operating procedures
  • General phraseology
  • Aerodrome control
  • ATS surveillance phraseology
  • Approach control
  • Area control
  • Distress and urgency procedures
  • Meteorological and runway surface information