Is It a True T or a False T?

Flap T is a true T after an R before a vowel or diphthong. The general rule is between vowels, it's a flap. If that T is starting a stressed syllable, even if it's after anR before a consonant? It's a true T. Farted. David has brought up the very sophisticated and mature word farted. I was alerted to the problem. Alerted. Flap. Party. alerted.alerted.Alerted. Air traffic control: You're flying too close to the edge of the airfield when you say 'air traffic control' so don't speak with your mouth full; instead use your hands for balance