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14 Cards in this Set
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AGL |
Altitude expressed in feet measured from surface |
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Field Elevation |
Highest point of an airports usable runways measured in feet and MSL |
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ASR |
Approach control radar used to detect position of aircraft in terminal area. Coverage can extend up to 60 miles |
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AT |
Aircraft operating in the air, airport surface, exclusive pf loading ramps and parking areas |
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Air Traffic Clearance |
Authorization of atc to prevent collision. Pilots not deviate from VFR and IFR rules excrpt in an emergency or amended clearance. |
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ATC |
Service operated by appropiate authority to promote a safe orderly expeditious flow of traffix |
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ATCS |
Person authorized to provide ATC service. |
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FL |
Level of atmospheric pressure related to a datum of 29.92 inches mercury |
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FP |
Info related to the intent of a flight that is written or given orally with FSS or ATC facility |
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Flow Control |
Measure designed to adjust the flow of traffic either at airport, route, or airspace |
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GPS |
Space-based radio positioning, navigation and time transfer system |
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Handoff |
Procedure of handing off aircraft from one controller to another |
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Hold procedure |
Predetermined maneuver keeps aircraft within a specified airspace while awaiting further instructions |
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IFR |
Pilot relying on instruments for navigation and relys on ATC separation |
