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Local area augmentation system (LAAS)
U.S. and Canada: The augmentation to global positioning system (GPS) to meet precision approach CAT I, CAT II and CAT III accuracy, integrity, continuity and availability requirements. The system comprises a ground reference station at an airport, a VHF data-link signal in space and user avionics.
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