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Radio communications and ATC

# TERMINAL RADAR SERVICE AREA

TRSA

TERM · Radio communications and ATC

At a glance

## Meaning of TERMINAL RADAR SERVICE AREA

Airspace surrounding designated airports wherein ATC provides radar vectoring, sequencing, and separation on a full‐time basis for all IFR and participating VFR aircraft.

### More about TERMINAL RADAR SERVICE AREA

Airspace surrounding designated airports wherein ATC provides radar vectoring, sequencing, and separation on a full‐time basis for all IFR and participating VFR aircraft. The AIM contains an explanation of TRSA. TRSAs are depicted on VFR aeronautical charts. Pilot participation is urged but is not mandatory.

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