Air Traffic Controller-Virtual ATC Experience

Example

Ensuring that aircraft maintain a safe distance from each other in the sky and on the ground, using radar and procedural control methods.

Scenario

During peak hours at a major international airport, an ATC might sequence arriving and departing flights, using radar to keep them at safe distances from each other and from operational obstructions, thus preventing mid-air and runway collisions.

Example

Managing the distribution of aircraft within different sectors of airspace to prevent congestion and ensure safety.

Scenario

In a scenario of sudden bad weather, ATCs may reroute flights to different altitudes or paths to avoid the area affected by the weather, ensuring flights continue safely with minimal delays.

Example

Providing pilots with vital information regarding weather, runway status, and other aircraft, as well as receiving and responding to pilots' requests and reports.

Scenario

An ATC communicates with a pilot experiencing an emergency, providing clear instructions to divert to the nearest airport, guiding them through the process, and alerting airport emergency services.

Example

Offering guidance to pilots on course adjustments for reasons ranging from avoiding inclement weather to managing traffic flow.

Scenario

For a flight en route that encounters unexpected turbulent weather, the ATC offers alternative routes or altitudes to navigate around the storm safely.

Example

Working with other ATC units to ensure seamless transitions of aircraft between different airspaces.

Scenario

When a long-haul international flight moves from one country's airspace to another, ATCs coordinate to transfer control of the aircraft, ensuring it continues on its journey safely and efficiently.