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Airfield uses digital air traffic control centre for first time

The digital air traffic control centre [Photo: PA)

A digital air traffic control (ATC) centre has opened at a UK airfield for the first time.

Controllers at Cranfield Airport in Bedfordshire have begun using live footage from high-definition cameras to direct take-offs and landings.

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