How do they match: Air Traffic Controllers

  • 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.

  • Compile information about flights from flight plans, pilot reports, radar, or observations.
  • Inform pilots about nearby planes or potentially hazardous conditions, such as weather, speed and direction of wind, or visibility problems.
  • Organize flight plans or traffic management plans to prepare for planes about to enter assigned airspace.

  • Plan flight operations.
  • Meet with coworkers to communicate work orders or plans.
  • Review documents or materials for compliance with policies or regulations.