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Old 20th Sep 2018, 19:28
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Gonzo
 
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SMR is Surface Movement Radar, or equivalent of ASDE in the USA. Larger airports have what we call A-SMGCS which is equivalent of ASDE-X.

We can line aircraft up while you are rolling if we have an SMR/A-SMGCS. If not, then ATC would have to wait until you are airborne.
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