Air Traffic Controller
Air Traffic Controller
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Job Description
Air traffic controllers assist pilots by providing information concerning the height, speed and course. They assist pilots in order to facilitate a safe take off and landing of aircrafts. They are responsible for maintaining a secure and orderly movement of aircraft along major air routes up in the sky and around airports. They control air traffic in and within vicinity of airports according to established procedures and policies to prevent collisions and to minimise delays arising from traffic congestion..
Top 17 specific things you need to know
As an Air Traffic Controller, you will need to master following:
- air traffic control operations
- air transport law
- aircraft flight control systems
- airport planning
- apply airport standards and regulations
- assist during take off and landing
- assist in the conducting of flight checks
- aviation meteorology
- carry out navigational calculations
- celestial navigation
- common aviation safety regulations
- electrical systems used in transportation
- ensure public safety and security
- operate airport control tower
- pre-flight procedures for IFR flights
- use meteorological information
- use of air traffic services document
Top 16 general things you need to know
More generally, an air traffic controller is also versed in:
- analyse work-related written reports
- apply technical communication skills
- comply with checklists
- electronic communication
- electronics
- execute working instructions
- give instructions to staff
- handle stressful situations
- have spatial awareness
- interpret visual literacy
- maintain concentration for long periods
- monitor aviation meteorology
- operate radar equipment
- read 3D displays
- stay alert
- use different communication channels
Other things it helps to know to be an excellent air traffic controller
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Top employers for this job
Air Traffic Controller (0-2 Yrs Exp.)
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Prereqs Technology Pvt.Ltd
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California
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$250 - $800 / month
Full Time
Urgent
Private
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