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Aviation abbreviation

# terminal radar approach control facility

TRACON

ABBR · Radio communications and ATC

At a glance

## Meaning of terminal radar approach control facility

TRACON stands for terminal radar approach control facility in FAA terminology.

### More about terminal radar approach control facility

This abbreviation is used in radio communications and air traffic control. The English reference lists terminal radar approach control facility with the abbreviation TRACON.

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

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