instrument landing system

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instrument landing system [′in·strə·mənt ¦lan·diŋ ‚sis·təm]

(navigation)

A system of radio navigation which provides lateral and vertical guidance, as well as other navigational parameters required by a pilot in a low approach or a landing. Abbreviated ILS.

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