Air Traffic Controller
Air Traffic Controller
An Air Traffic Controller (pronounced: air traf·fic con·trol·ler) is a professional who coordinates the movement of aircraft to maintain safe distances between them.
Etymology
The term "Air Traffic Controller" is derived from the English language. "Air" refers to the atmosphere above the ground, "Traffic" refers to the movement of aircraft, and "Controller" refers to the person or system managing the operations.
Roles and Responsibilities
An Air Traffic Controller is responsible for managing the flow of aircraft through all aspects of their flight. This includes providing pilots with crucial information about weather, runway closures, and other critical information that may affect the flight. They also coordinate the movement of aircraft on the ground and in the air, and manage communications with pilots.
Related Terms
- Air Traffic Control: The service provided by ground-based air traffic controllers who coordinate the movement of aircraft.
- Pilot: The person who is in control of an aircraft.
- Flight Plan: A document filed by a pilot with the Aviation Authority which indicates the plane's planned route or flight path.
- Radar: A system used to detect, locate, and track certain objects by radio waves.
- Aeronautical Information Service: A service established within the defined area of coverage responsible for the provision of aeronautical information and data necessary for the safety, regularity, and efficiency of air navigation.
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