El espacio aéreo
Example: El avión debe respetar el espacio aéreo internacional estrictamente.
Definition
"El espacio aéreo" refers to the portion of the atmosphere controlled by a country above its territory, including land and territorial waters. It is the area where aircraft operate and is regulated by national and international aviation laws to ensure safety and security.
Etymology
The phrase "el espacio aéreo" combines Spanish words: "espacio" meaning space or area, and "aéreo" meaning aerial or related to the air. The term reflects the concept of a defined air zone controlled by a nation, derived from the Latin roots of both words, emphasizing control and navigation above the land.
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"El espacio aéreo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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