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LOCAL TRAFFIC

Pilot/Controller Glossary with JO 7110.65BB, Change 3, effective July 9, 2026 · Official text on faa.gov

Aircraft operating in the traffic pattern or within sight of the tower, or aircraft known to be departing or arriving from flight in local practice areas, or aircraft executing practice instrument approaches at the airport.

See TRAFFIC PATTERN.

In the 7110.65

Used in 2 paragraphs of JO 7110.65BB.

  1. 3-10-11Closed Traffic
  2. 4-3-2Departure Clearances