释义 |
low-altitude alert system low-altitude alert system (LAAS)An automated function of ground radar that alerts the controller when a mode C transponder-equipped aircraft on an IFR (instrument flight rules) plan is below a predetermined safe altitude. If requested by the pilot, LAAS is also available in VFR (visual flight rules) mode C transponder-equipped aircraft. LAAS is also an acronym for local area augmentation system. |