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Aviation abbreviation

# surface movement control

SMC

ABBR · Radio communications and ATC

At a glance

## Meaning of surface movement control

SMC stands for surface movement control in FAA terminology.

### More about surface movement control

This abbreviation is used in radio communications and air traffic control. The English reference lists surface movement control with the abbreviation SMC.

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

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