How do they match: Air Traffic Controllers

  • Aircraft Communicator

  • Alert airport emergency services in cases of emergency or when aircraft are experiencing difficulties.
  • Complete daily activity reports and keep records of messages from aircraft.
  • Direct ground traffic, including taxiing aircraft, maintenance or baggage vehicles, or airport workers.
  • Initiate or coordinate searches for missing aircraft.
  • Maintain radio or telephone contact with adjacent control towers, terminal control units, or other area control centers to coordinate aircraft movement.
  • Monitor aircraft within a specific airspace, using radar, computer equipment, or visual references.
  • Monitor or direct the movement of aircraft within an assigned air space or on the ground at airports to minimize delays and maximize safety.