Glossary
Air Traffic Control
Separation
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Definition
The minimum required spacing between aircraft to prevent collision
Related Terms
Air Traffic Control (ATC)
The ground-based service that directs aircraft on the ground and in the air to maintain safe separation
Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS)
An airborne system that detects other transponder-equipped aircraft and provides resolution advisories
Wake Turbulence
Air disturbance caused by an aircraft's wingtip vortices, hazardous to following aircraft
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Separation?
The minimum required spacing between aircraft to prevent collision
How does Separation relate to other aviation concepts?
Separation is closely related to Air Traffic Control and Traffic Collision Avoidance System, among other key aviation concepts.
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