Air traffic controllers
UK - Air traffic controllers direct aircraft movements in airspace and on the ground, using radio, radar and lighting systems, and provide information relevant to the operation of aircraft.
Tasks
- (a) directing and controlling aircraft approaching and leaving airport and their movement on the ground
- (b) directing and controlling aircraft operating in designated airspace sector
- (c) examining and approving flight plans
- (d) informing flight crew and operations staff about weather conditions, flight, operational facilities, plans and air traffic
- (e) applying knowledge of principles and practices of air traffic control in order to identify and solve problems arising
- (f) initiating and organizing emergency, search and rescue services and procedures
- (g) directing all aircraft and service vehicles on or near airport runways
- (h) maintaining radio and telephone contact with adjacent control towers, terminal control units and other control centres, and coordinating the movement of aircraft into adjoining areas
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