In: Mechanical Engineering
Please explain 3 different types of communications.
List what are the positive and negatives about the about each type of communication and give an example of each type of communication in aviation maintenance.
Verbal Communication
Verbal communication or speech is the most common communication medium used in an aircraft or in the aviation industry. It is used by the cabin crew, aircraft technicians, pilots, and flight attendants who use this medium to take care and communicate with the passengers. Also, this type of communication lessens the misunderstanding and miscommunication when it comes to giving a job order or information.
Speech or verbal communication is composed of four conventional primary characteristics: intensity, frequency, harmonic composition, and time.
Non-verbal Communication
Nonverbal communication or NVC is important in every person-to-person situation. It has two major kinds– body language and physical appearance.
Researchers found out that there are 6 types of body expressions under non-verbal cues:
Written Communication
This type of communication is more often used in air transport operations, such as flight deck documentations, operation manuals, checklists, data cards, and other parts of flight operations. Also known as one-way communication, sending checklists and or other information to the pilot.
Written and Graphic Communication
In addition to written communication, this form allows the sender to provide a clearer and more specific message to the recipient by providing or including graphic displays in the message.
Some graphics or illustrations include flight maps, charts and cabin displays, and safety demonstrations on screens.
Human-Machine and Machine-Machine Communication
Also called Automation, it is an aviation communication system that helps lessen human error. It is when the pilot communicates with the machine in the form of a command and that message gets transmitted to other machines. Automation lessens the possibility of pilot error when it comes to routine actions, giving them the advantage of being able to focus on more complicated and taxing tasks while also adding a management component to their duties. Also termed as “human-centered automation” here are its principles: