Glossary
Air Traffic Control
Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B)
Definition
A surveillance technology where aircraft broadcast GPS position and other data
Related Terms
GPS Navigation (GPS)
The satellite-based navigation system used by aircraft to determine precise position
Oceanic Airspace
Airspace over oceans where radar coverage is limited, requiring procedural separation
Radar
Radio detection and ranging technology used to track aircraft positions and weather
Transponder (XPDR)
An electronic device on an aircraft that transmits identification and altitude data to radar
Related Guides
More in Air Traffic Control
Air Traffic Control (ATC)
Approach Control (APP)
Area Control Center (ACC)
Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS)
Clearance
Controller-Pilot Data Link (CPDLC)
Flight Progress Strip
Flow Control
Ground Control (GND)
Ground Stop
Handoff
Metering
Radar
Radio Communication
SELCAL (SELCAL)
Separation
Sequencing
Tower Control (TWR)
Vectoring