What is Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service?
In this glossary, Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service refers to: A system that provides pre-recorded, digital, real-time airport and weather information to pilots automatically (ICAO Doc 4444, FAA AIM 4‑1‑13).
How is Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service used in aviation?
In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "The Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service broadcast updated weather and runway data every five minutes."
Why does Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service matter in aviation?
Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service matters because it supports clear communication in Advanced ATC contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.
Who uses Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service?
Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.
What category does Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service belong to?
In this glossary, Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service is grouped under Advanced ATC. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.
Where does this definition come from?
This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.
