segmented circle

segmented circle
A basic visual indicator system at uncontrolled airports (i.e., airports without any control tower) designed to provide traffic pattern information. It is located in a position affording maximum visibility to pilots in the air and on the ground. It has a wind direction indicator, a landing direction indicator, a landing strip indicator, and traffic pattern indicators installed in it.

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