traffic control

Example Sentences

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The pilots “were advised by air traffic control to watch for a military helicopter flying near the airport,” the company said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

In addition to their core roles, the two were handling departure clearances and ground traffic control, though it was unclear how those duties were distributed.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Air traffic control labor shortages and equipment outages, which have been chronic issues since the wake of COVID-19, are likely to persist unless the Federal Aviation Administration is given better resources.

From Slate • Mar. 24, 2026

In audio from the air traffic control tower at LaGuardia, a staff member can be heard saying: "'Truck One, stop, stop, stop!" in the seconds before the crash.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

While they were still in the air, Bruce had called over the radio to Seattle Center air traffic control.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone