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O

Oscar

OSS-cah

NATO code word for the letter O

Quick Facts

Pronunciation

OSS-cah

Morse Code

−−−

Signal Flag

Maritime O

Visual Signals

Maritime Signal Flag

Oscar maritime flag

International maritime signal flag for O. Used in naval communications and ship-to-ship signaling.

Semaphore Position

Oscar semaphore signal

Semaphore flag position for O. Used for visual flag signaling over short distances.

About Oscar

Oscar represents O in NATO communications, known from Academy Awards.

Why "Oscar"?

Named after the Academy Award statuette, internationally recognized.

Real-World Usage

  • 1

    Aviation: "Oscar runway, taxi and hold"

  • 2

    Maritime: "Oscar flag - man overboard!"

  • 3

    Military: "Oscar Papa position"

💡 Memory Trick

Oscar awards (🏆) - circular trophy starts with O

❌ Common Mistakes

Don't confuse Oscar with:

  • Oliver
  • Olive
  • Otto
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