Glossary
Air Traffic Control
Radar
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Definition
Radio detection and ranging technology used to track aircraft positions and weather
Related Terms
Air Traffic Control (ATC)
The ground-based service that directs aircraft on the ground and in the air to maintain safe separation
Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B)
A surveillance technology where aircraft broadcast GPS position and other data
Continental Airspace
Airspace over a continent's landmass, typically better served by radar and communications
Transponder (XPDR)
An electronic device on an aircraft that transmits identification and altitude data to radar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Radar?
Radio detection and ranging technology used to track aircraft positions and weather
How does Radar relate to other aviation concepts?
Radar is closely related to Air Traffic Control and Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast, among other key aviation concepts.
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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 Control (GND)
Ground Stop
Handoff
Metering
Radio Communication
SELCAL (SELCAL)
Separation
Sequencing
Tower Control (TWR)
Vectoring