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Aviation abbreviation

# Western Air Defense Sector

WADS

ABBR · Operations

At a glance

## Meaning of Western Air Defense Sector

WADS stands for Western Air Defense Sector in FAA terminology.

### More about Western Air Defense Sector

This abbreviation is used in flight operations. The English reference lists Western Air Defense Sector with the abbreviation WADS.

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

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