Definition
AUTOMATED INFORMATION TRANSFER (AIT)
A precoordinated process, specifically defined in facility directives, during which a transfer of altitude control and/or radar identification is accomplished without verbal coordination between controllers using information communicated in a full data block.
- See: FAA Order JO 7110.65, Para 10-6-4, INFLIGHT CONTINGENCIES
Source: FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).