FAR DECODED — GLOSSARY

RESOLUTION ADVISORY

Definition

RESOLUTION ADVISORY

A display indication given to the pilot by the Traffic alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS II) recommending a maneuver to increase vertical separation relative to an intruding aircraft. Positive, negative, and vertical speed limit (VSL) advisories constitute the resolution advisories. A resolution advisory is also classified as corrective or preventive.

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

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