NATO Phonetic Alphabet
The ICAO/NATO spelling alphabet from Alfa to Zulu, its history and how to use it on the phone or radio.
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How to Spell Your Name Over the Phone
Say each letter as a NATO word: A = Alfa, B = Bravo, C = Charlie. So 'Smith' becomes Sierra, Mike, India, Tango, Hotel. Works for any name, address, or code.
NATO Phonetic Alphabet History
The NATO phonetic alphabet, Alfa through Zulu, became effective 1 March 1956, based on ICAO Annex 10, replacing earlier Allied alphabets from WWII.