Glossary
Air Traffic Control
SELCAL (SELCAL)
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Definition
Selective Calling — a system that alerts a specific aircraft that a ground station wants to communicate
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is SELCAL (SELCAL)?
Selective Calling — a system that alerts a specific aircraft that a ground station wants to communicate
What does SELCAL stand for?
SELCAL stands for SELCAL (SELCAL). Selective Calling — a system that alerts a specific aircraft that a ground station wants to communicate
How does SELCAL (SELCAL) relate to other aviation concepts?
SELCAL (SELCAL) is closely related to Controller-Pilot Data Link and Radio Communication, among other key aviation concepts.
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