Shadowing Practice: Real ATC ATIS Practice ATC #1 (with subtitles) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Denver International Airport Arrisal Information Hotel 1553 Zulu Wind 190 at 9.
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Visibility 10.
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Few clouds at 9000, 15000 scattered, ceiling 22000 broken.
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Temperature 1-3.
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2.-5.
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Altimeter 2-9-9-9.
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Attentional aircraft.
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Hazardous weather information for Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, Wyoming.
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Available from flight service.
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Pilot weather report in the Denver area.
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Atlan 535, multiple aircraft reported,
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wide to moderate, turbulence between 8000 and flight level 200.
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Expect ILS, or NAV, or visual approach, simultaneous approaches in use.
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Runway 16R, Runway 16L, Runway 17R, expect offset and have approach Runway 16R.
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No Disclaimer.
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Denver DME out of service.
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Perfectivity within the airport.
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Advise on initial contact.
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You have information hotel.
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D-Valley Tower, ATIS Information, Juliet 15530 observation, wind comms, temperature 19, dew point minus 6, ultimator 29999.
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Visual approach and use landing and departing runway 7 left and 7 right.
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Luke's special air traffic rules on effect.
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Eucatation multiple cranes in the vicinity of D-Valley Airport.
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All V4 aircraft advised ground patrol direction of flight.
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Arrivals from the south contact tower 118.4, rivals from the north contact tower 120.2.
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Advised on initial contact, ATIS information, Juliet.
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Newark Airport ATIS information, Alpha, 1351 Zulu.
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Wind 250 at seven.
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Visibility one zero.
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Two clouds at one zero thousand.
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Ceiling 13000 broken, 25000 broken.
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Temperature 9.
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2.3.
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Altimeter 2985.
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ILS runway 22 left approach in use.
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Departing runway 22 right from intersection whiskey, 10150 feet, takeoff distance available.
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GLS operational but unmonitored.
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Use caution for birds and cranes in the vicinity of Newark Airport.
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Read back all runway hold short instructions and assigned altitude.
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Advise on initial contact.
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You have information alpha.
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Fort Lardo objective in Mission Quebec time one three five one two.
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Wind three one zero at five.
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Visibility one zero.
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Sky conditions, 2000 scattered, sensor 20 through point 18, up under 2981.
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They still purge runway 31 to use, arriving at departing runway 31.
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Notice of error message, all PAPIs are out of service, runway 927 is closed, check local items for multiple taxi closures,
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and use caution for multiple cranes and drones in the senior day airport.
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Spirit advisory is in effect.
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All departing fixing aircraft contact clearance delivery 127.905 prior to taxi.
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All aircraft read back running assignments and hold short instructions.
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Provide financial contact.
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Get information.
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Go back.
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Plane added information.
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Perfect.
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Turbo-Def Aircraft expect Runway 12 Center for departure.
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Warning Runway 12 Lite has been shortened, 3,200 feet available.
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Runway 12 Lite Southeast 7,201 feet closed.
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Taxiway killer closed between Taxiway Bravo and Runway 12 Center.
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VOR out of service.
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Use caution cranes in vicinity.
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VFR departures advise ground control direction of departure.
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Advise on initial contact you have information Sierra.
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Postera International Airport ATS Information Alpha 14510.
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Wind 320 at night.
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Right, airport.
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Visibility 10.
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Sky clear below 12000.
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Temperature 8, 2.3, altimeter 2980.
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Remarked.
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AO2, V-level pressure 0, 9, 2, anchor 008, 300, 3, 3, 5, 1, 0, 2, 0.
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Arrivals expect X-R, ILF runway 2, that and center approach, ILF runway 2,
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that and right approach, ILF runway 2, 8, center approach.
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Simultaneous approach is in use.
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Departures expect runway 22L 28R from N590750 feet available.
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Runway 4L 22R closed.
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All runways, condition code 5-5-5 at 0-6-0-5.
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Pilot, use caution for bird activity in the vicinity of the airport.
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Use caution for personnel and equipment at numerous sites on the field.
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Precycle runway hold short instructions.
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When ready with taxi, contact round metering on frequency 1 to 1.6.7.
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Adrive on initial contact.
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You have information alpha.
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Oscar Tower information Oscar time 1453 Zulu, wind 290 at 8, visibility 10, sky condition clear.
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Temperature 03, dew point minus 1, altimeter 2980.
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Expect the visual approach runway 27 in use.
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All aircraft read back holds short instructions.
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Advise on initial contact.
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You have information, Oscar.
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Thank you.
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and monitored all aircraft feedback runway assignment and hold short instructions.
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Advise all of our initial contact.
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Do you have information?
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Fox.
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Copyright information.
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LEMO 13530.
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LEMO 3008.
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Visibility 10.
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Calculate below 1-2000.
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Temperature 1-9 at 2.16.
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Optimity 2983.
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CVS approach runway 301.
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Use.
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Landing in the parking runway 301.
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CZO right.
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Clancy delivery, contact ground control frequency.
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Avise initial contact, you have information, Lima.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will practice listening to and understanding the automated terminal information service (ATIS) broadcasts as used by air traffic control at various airports. This involves noting crucial weather conditions, runway usage, and other important data provided to pilots. By engaging with this material, you will enhance your comprehension skills, focusing specifically on aviation-related English. The lesson emphasizes the use of technical vocabulary and phrases that are essential for professionals in the aviation industry.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • ATIS (Automated Terminal Information Service) - A continuous broadcast of recorded aeronautical information.
  • Wind - The direction and speed of the wind, crucial for takeoff and landing information.
  • Visibility - Refers to the distance at which objects can be clearly seen, important for safe navigation.
  • Ceiling - The height of the lowest layer of clouds above the ground, affecting flight operations.
  • Altimeter - An instrument that measures altitude, essential for aircraft to maintain proper flight levels.
  • Runway Approach - The method pilots use to land on specific runways, influenced by weather and traffic.
  • Hazardous Weather Information - Warnings about adverse weather conditions that could impact flights.
  • Initial Contact - The first communication a pilot makes with air traffic control upon entering a specific area.

Practice Tips

To make the most of this ATC ATIS practice video, consider using the shadowing technique. This involves listening closely to the audio while attempting to replicate the speaker’s tone and pace. Given that the content is filled with technical jargon and rapid speech, focus on breaking down the phrases into manageable parts. Don't strive for perfection on your first attempt; rather, aim to understand and mimic the rhythm and flow of the speech.

Utilize the concept of shadow speech by pausing the video after key phrases, ensuring you’re capturing the pronunciation and intonation. This will not only help improve English pronunciation, but it will also assist you in familiarizing yourself with aviation terminology that is vital in the context of flight communication. You can replay sections as needed to reinforce your learning and build confidence in your speaking abilities.

Lastly, visit dedicated shadowing sites that feature similar audio resources to further enhance your skills. Practicing consistently with materials that contain challenging vocabulary will elevate your command of the language.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.