How do they match: Air Traffic Controllers

  • Operations Supervisor
  • Air Traffic Control Operator
  • Airways Operations Specialist
  • Communications Operator
  • Control Tower Operator
  • Flight Radio Operator
  • Signal Tower Operator
  • Tower Control Operator

  • 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.

  • Maintain radio or telephone contact with adjacent control towers, terminal control units, or other area control centers to coordinate aircraft movement.
  • Monitor or direct the movement of aircraft within an assigned air space or on the ground at airports to minimize delays and maximize safety.

  • Operate communications equipment or systems.
  • Communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement.
  • Compile operational data.
  • Monitor vehicle movement or location.
  • Plan flight operations.
  • Record operational details of travel.
  • Train transportation or material moving personnel.