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Aviation abbreviation

# surface aviation observation

SAO

ABBR · Operations

At a glance

## Meaning of surface aviation observation

SAO stands for surface aviation observation in FAA terminology.

### More about surface aviation observation

This abbreviation is used in flight operations. The English reference lists surface aviation observation with the abbreviation SAO.

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

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