Air Traffic Control Room

Air traffic controllers monitor radar screens to track aircraft. As aircraft fly over radar sites, the data from those radars is
communicated digitally via telecommunications lines to controllers hundreds or even thousands of miles away. Air traffic controllers, who maintain the flow of aircraft in and out of airports and in flight, are key to aviation safety. This is well recognized as one of the most stressful jobs, requiring total concentration.

Air traffic controllers often work in semi-dark rooms. Most controllers work for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Air traffic controllers work in control towers, approach control facilities, or en route centers. Many tower and approach/departure controllers work near large airports.

Skills required for such people are, Communication skills, Concentration skills, Decision-making skills, Math skills, Organizational skills, Problem-solving skills, etc. The primary purpose of ATC worldwide is to prevent collisions, organize and expedite the flow of air traffic, and provide information and other support for pilots. In some countries, ATC plays a security or defensive role, or is operated by the military.

ATC equipment enables air traffic controllers to communicate with the aircraft, provides navigational services, and monitors and manages the air traffic. A few of the various ATC equipment used for ATM are RDPDS, PSR, SSR, CTS, ILS, AMSS, and NDB. On a daily basis, Air Traffic Controllers Issue landing and take-off authorizations or instructions. They Monitor or direct the movement of aircraft within an assigned air space or on the ground at airports to minimize delays and maximize safety.