Traffic
Term · Aviation and air traffic control · MLC-T-AVN-001021
a. A term used by a controller to transfer radar identification of an aircraft to another controller for the purpose of coordinating separation action. Traffic is normally issued:
b. In response to a handoff or point out,
c. In anticipation of a handoff or point out, or
d. In conjunction with a request for control of an aircraft.
e. A term used by ATC to refer to one or more aircraft.
| Identifier | MLC-T-AVN-001021 |
|---|---|
| Field | Aviation and air traffic control |
| References | FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "a. A term used by a controller to transfer radar identification of an aircraft to another controller for the purpose of coordinating separation action. Traffic is normally issued:\n\nb. In response to a handoff or point out,\n\nc. In anticipation of a handoff or point out, or\n\nd. In conjunction with a request for control of an aircraft.\n\ne. A term used by ATC to refer to one or more aircraft.",
"references": [
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/aviation/traffic/"
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