What is another word for TACAN?
Pronunciation: [tˈakən] (IPA) 
TACAN, or Tactical Air Navigation, is a system used by military aircraft and ground control stations for air-to-air and air-to-ground navigation. It is commonly used in aviation and has several synonyms that are more familiar to civilians. The most commonly known synonym for TACAN is GPS, or Global Positioning System, which uses satellite signals to determine location. Another synonym is radar, which uses electromagnetic waves to locate objects in the air or on the ground. Other lesser-known synonyms for TACAN include LORAN (Long Range Navigation system), VOR (VHF Omnidirectional Range), and NDB (Non-Directional Beacon). Regardless of the synonym used, each system helps ensure safe and accurate navigation during flight.
