De luchtverkeersleiding
Example: De luchtverkeersleiding helpt vliegtuigen veilig te landen.
Definition
"De luchtverkeersleiding" refers to the air traffic control system responsible for managing and directing aircraft safely in the sky and on the ground. It helps pilots navigate, avoid collisions, and ensures the orderly flow of air traffic, as in the example: 'De luchtverkeersleiding helps airplanes land safely.'
Etymology
The word "de luchtverkeersleiding" is a compound of Dutch words: "lucht" meaning 'air', "verkeer" meaning 'traffic', and "leiding" meaning 'guidance' or 'control'. It literally translates to 'air traffic control', reflecting its function in aviation. Did you know? The term combines everyday words to describe a complex and critical system for safe flying.
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"De luchtverkeersleiding" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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