Glossary
Air Traffic Control
Ground Control (GND)
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Definition
The ATC position responsible for aircraft and vehicles on airport taxiways and ramps
Related Terms
Runway Incursion
Any occurrence involving unauthorized presence of an aircraft, vehicle, or person on a runway
Taxiway (TWY)
A defined path on an airport for aircraft to travel between runways and aprons
Tower Control (TWR)
The ATC position responsible for aircraft on or near the runway and in the immediate airport area
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ground Control (GND)?
The ATC position responsible for aircraft and vehicles on airport taxiways and ramps
What does GND stand for?
GND stands for Ground Control (GND). The ATC position responsible for aircraft and vehicles on airport taxiways and ramps
How does Ground Control (GND) relate to other aviation concepts?
Ground Control (GND) is closely related to Runway Incursion and Taxiway, among other key aviation concepts.
More in Air Traffic Control
Air Traffic Control (ATC)
Approach Control (APP)
Area Control Center (ACC)
Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B)
Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS)
Clearance
Controller-Pilot Data Link (CPDLC)
Flight Progress Strip
Flow Control
Ground Stop
Handoff
Metering
Radar
Radio Communication
SELCAL (SELCAL)
Separation
Sequencing
Tower Control (TWR)
Vectoring