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CONTROLLER PILOT DATA LINK COMMUNICATIONS (CPDLC)

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CPDLC

A two-way digital communications system that conveys textual air traffic control messages between controllers and pilots using ground or satellite-based radio relay stations.

Source FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary · checked 2026-08-25

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