Portal eMASCO

Air Traffic Controller direct aircraft movements in the air and on the ground using radio, radar and lighting systems, and provide information relevant to the operation of aircraft. They provide guidance, instructions and permission to pilots to help them operate the aircraft safely, orderly and quickly.

Alternative Names

Tasks

applying the principles of air traffic control knowledge and practice to identify and resolve problems that arise while performing duties

informing flight crew and operations staff about weather conditions, operational facilities, flight plans and air traffic

checking flight plans, position reports, flight levels, estimated arrival times at reporting points or destinations and authorizing changes of flight levels and altitudes

initiating and managing emergency services, search and rescue when aircraft are in danger

Initiating and organising emergency services, search and rescue when aircraft are in danger

initiating and organising emergency, search and rescue services when aircraft are in distress

directing aircraft approaching and leaving the airport and controlling their movement on the ground/airport and directing taxiing, take-offs and landings

directing and controlling aircraft movements in the air using radar or non-radar procedures and directing aircraft by radio

Improving understanding and coordinating work execution

Performing related tasks