ICAO/NATO Phonetic Alphabet
Code Name: LDC-A-AA
Blueprint Notes
The ICAO/NATO phonetic alphabet transforms letters into universally understood code enabling clear communication across languages. Originally developed for military and aviation use, it’s now part of the global lexicon, instantly recognisable to anyone who’s ever called a gate, spelled a name over the radio, or spoken across borders. This card pays tribute to the beauty of aviation language .
Personal Bond
I first learned the phonetic alphabet years ago while training as cabin crew, preparing to live and work abroad. Since then, it’s become second nature, a small but constant part of life in aviation. Whether I’m spelling out my name or a reservation, it’s a language that’s stayed with me ever since.
Description
Card Specifications
Each A5 folded card (210mm x 148mm) is printed on Perlino Cotton, a luxuriously textured, off-white paper that balances elegance with sustainability.
Composition: 65% virgin fibres, 20% recycled content, 15% cotton
Certifications: FSC® certified
Weight: 250gsm
Note: As with all recycled content, variations in shade and fleck may occur, adding a unique character to each card.
Each card is accompanied by a C6 kraft paper envelope (114mm x 162mm), made from 100% post-consumer recycled material. Sized perfectly to fit the A5 folded card (which becomes A6 when folded), these envelopes offer a natural, tactile finish that echoes the design of the card.
