What is the proper initial contact phrase with McAlester Flight Service for the aircraft in the example?

• A. Mc Alester Radio, Hawk Six Six Six Charlie Bravo, Recieving Ardmore VORTAC, Over
• B. Mc Aleister Radio, Hawk Six Six Six Charlie Bravo, Receiving Ardmore VORTAC, Over
• C. Mc Alester Radio, Hawk Six Six Six Charlie Bravo, Recieving Ardmore VORTAC, Out
• D. Mc Alester Radio, Hawk Six Six Six Charlie Bravo, Receiving Ardmore VORTAC, Over

Answer: (A)

The essential idea is to make a clear initial contact that identifies the station you’re calling, identifies your aircraft, states what you’re doing with a nav aid, and ends with Over so you’re inviting a reply. You want the controller to immediately know who is calling, which aircraft, and what information you’re seeking.

In this example, the phrase that follows that pattern is the one that uses the proper station name, your full callsign, and a clear action description, ending with Over. It says you’re calling Mc Alester Radio, identifies the aircraft as Hawk Six Six Six Charlie Bravo, indicates you’re receiving Ardmore VORTAC, and closes with Over. This structure ensures unambiguous identification and a precise request, which is what ATC or flight service needs to respond correctly. The other options introduce issues such as incorrect facility naming, misspellings, or using a closing word other than Over, which can create confusion or delay the response.