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Aviation abbreviation

# positive control area

PCA

ABBR · Radio communications and ATC

At a glance

## Meaning of positive control area

PCA stands for positive control area in FAA terminology.

### More about positive control area

This abbreviation is used in radio communications and air traffic control. The English reference lists positive control area with the abbreviation PCA.

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

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