He's usually way to busy to do that. So please do read back code changes and report vacating altitudes. Professionalism Proper radio procedure is one facet of professionalism. Professionalism is a function of how you conduct yourself as an airman. It has nothing to do with what ratings you hold on your certificate, nor whether or not you get paid to fly.
Professionalism is an attitude.
All aviators should strive to achieve it in everything they do. Professional aviators set high standards for themselves, and expect professionalism from the other participants of the airspace system in which they operate. All of us have a responsibility for assuring quality in that system. And one good place to start occurs every time we depress the transmit button. Return to AVweb welcome page .