Which data source is combined with ADS-B information to display the Minotaur tactical picture?

• A. TCAS display bus information
• B. GPS overlay
• C. AIS data
• D. Radar range rings

Answer: (A)

Combining ADS-B with TCAS display bus information creates a richer, more complete tactical picture by fusing cooperative surveillance with TCAS-derived traffic data. ADS-B delivers precise position, velocity, and identity for equipped aircraft, while the TCAS display bus provides information on nearby traffic detected by TCAS, including relative bearing, range, and advisory status. Merging these two sources lets the Minotaur tactical picture show both ADS-B targets and TCAS-detected traffic in one view, enhancing awareness and deconfliction, especially for aircraft that might not be fully visible through a single sensor alone. The other options don’t serve as data sources that feed the tactical picture in this context: a GPS overlay adds map alignment, AIS pertains to ships, and radar range rings are display elements, not data sources for the traffic picture.