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Aviation abbreviation

# radar track while scan

TWS

ABBR · Radio communications and ATC

At a glance

## Meaning of radar track while scan

TWS stands for radar track while scan in FAA terminology.

### More about radar track while scan

This abbreviation is used in radio communications and air traffic control. The English reference lists radar track while scan with the abbreviation TWS.

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

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