Communications

Automatic Terminal Information Service(ATIS)

Definition

A continuous broadcast of recorded airport information including weather, active runways, NOTAMs, and approach in use. Each ATIS update is identified by a letter (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, etc.).

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