How do they match: Air Traffic Controllers

  • Center ATC
  • Center Air Traffic Controller
  • Flight Service Specialist

  • Control air traffic on and within vicinity of airport, and movement of air traffic between altitude sectors and control centers, according to established procedures and policies. Authorize, regulate, and control commercial airline flights according to government or company regulations to expedite and ensure flight safety.

  • Alert airport emergency services in cases of emergency or when aircraft are experiencing difficulties.
  • Direct ground traffic, including taxiing aircraft, maintenance or baggage vehicles, or airport workers.
  • Maintain radio or telephone contact with adjacent control towers, terminal control units, or other area control centers to coordinate aircraft movement.
  • Relay air traffic information, such as courses, altitudes, or expected arrival times, to control centers.
  • Transfer control of departing flights to traffic control centers and accept control of arriving flights.

  • Meet with coworkers to communicate work orders or plans.