Terminal radar service area
Term · Aviation and air traffic control · MLC-T-AVN-000987
Airspace surrounding designated airports wherein ATC provides radar vectoring, sequencing, and separation on a full-time basis for all IFR and participating VFR aircraft. The AIM contains an explanation of TRSA. TRSAs are depicted on VFR aeronautical charts. Pilot participation is urged but is not mandatory.
| Identifier | MLC-T-AVN-000987 |
|---|---|
| Field | Aviation and air traffic control |
| Abbreviation | TRSA |
| References | FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-AVN-000987",
"term": "Terminal radar service area",
"field": "Aviation and air traffic control",
"definition": "Airspace surrounding designated airports wherein ATC provides radar vectoring, sequencing, and separation on a full-time basis for all IFR and participating VFR aircraft. The AIM contains an explanation of TRSA. TRSAs are depicted on VFR aeronautical charts. Pilot participation is urged but is not mandatory.",
"abbreviation": "TRSA",
"references": [
"FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/aviation/terminal-radar-service-area/"
}
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