Lost link (LL)
Term · Aviation and air traffic control · MLC-T-AVN-000579
An interruption or loss of the control link, or when the pilot is unable to effect control of the aircraft and, as a result, the UA will perform a predictable or planned maneuver. Loss of command and control link between the Control Station and the aircraft. There are two types of links:
a. An uplink which transmits command instructions to the aircraft, and
b. A downlink which transmits the status of the aircraft and provides situational awareness to the pilot.
| Identifier | MLC-T-AVN-000579 |
|---|---|
| Field | Aviation and air traffic control |
| Abbreviation | LL |
| References | FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"term": "Lost link (LL)",
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"definition": "An interruption or loss of the control link, or when the pilot is unable to effect control of the aircraft and, as a result, the UA will perform a predictable or planned maneuver. Loss of command and control link between the Control Station and the aircraft. There are two types of links:\n\na. An uplink which transmits command instructions to the aircraft, and\n\nb. A downlink which transmits the status of the aircraft and provides situational awareness to the pilot.",
"abbreviation": "LL",
"references": [
"FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/aviation/lost-link-ll/"
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