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Definitions

air traffic control

[air-traf-ik] / ˈɛərˌtræf ɪk /

NOUN

ground monitors of aircraft

Synonyms

WEAK

ATC air traffic control service flight control

Example Sentences

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After a short pause, the pilot called back to the tower, according to air traffic control audio.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

However, the film never asks why a therapist or crisis negotiator wasn’t brought in to assist air traffic control in trying to save Russell’s life.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

User-friendly design can save lives by allowing for legibility and shared understanding, making it safer to run nuclear power plants, air traffic control towers, and robotic surgical systems.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

“The proposed increase is significant and would stress the runway, terminal and air traffic control systems at the airport,” the FAA said in its federal register notice for the meeting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

While they were still in the air, Bruce had called over the radio to Seattle Center air traffic control.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone