{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"DefinedTerm","name":"ATC (Air Traffic Control)","description":"The moment an aircraft enters controlled airspace, Air Traffic Control (ATC) takes over: qualified controllers in area control centres, approach facilities, and airport towers issue binding clearances covering altitude, heading, and speed. The core objective is maintaining prescribed separation minima – both horizontal and vertical – to prevent collisions and keep traffic moving efficiently. ATC is structured into distinct phases: ground movement control, departure and approach control, and en-r","inDefinedTermSet":{"@type":"DefinedTermSet","name":"Frachtportal Logistics Glossary","url":"https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary"},"url":"https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary/atc-air-traffic-control","inLanguage":"en","dateModified":"2026-06-16T04:27:24.891040","citation":"https://www.icao.int/safety/airnavigation/pages/atm.aspx","markdownMirror":"https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/glossary/en/atc-air-traffic-control","provider":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Frachtportal","url":"https://www.freight-academy.com"},"quickSummary":"ATC (Air Traffic Control) · The moment an aircraft enters controlled airspace, Air Traffic Control (ATC) takes over: qualified controllers in area control centres, approach facilities, and airport towers issue binding clearances covering altitude, heading, and speed. · Quelle: https://www.icao.int/safety/airnavigation/pages/atm.aspx"}