Cabin Crew Reveals What Really Happens When Flying

Must pilots know how to speak English?

For the most part, English is a primary language spoken by pilots, but there are certain occasions where the language shifts based on the airline—for example, pilots who work for Spanish airlines often speak Spanish on the radio, and some Canadian airlines use French.

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