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Aviation abbreviation

# ground control approach

GCA

ABBR · Radio communications and ATC

At a glance

## Meaning of ground control approach

GCA stands for ground control approach in FAA terminology.

### More about ground control approach

This abbreviation is used in radio communications and air traffic control. The English reference lists ground control approach with the abbreviation GCA.

FAA abbreviations reflect US aviation usage. Their meaning and permitted use can differ in documents from other countries.

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