FAR DECODED — GLOSSARY

NATIONAL AIRSPACE SYSTEM

Definition

NATIONAL AIRSPACE SYSTEM

The common network of U.S. airspace; air navigation facilities, equipment and services, airports or landing areas; aeronautical charts, information and services; rules, regulations and procedures, technical information, and manpower and material. Included are system components shared jointly with the military.

Source: FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).

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