PSOC Unit group 3154 — Air traffic controllers (2026)

Air traffic controllers direct aircraft movements in airspace and on the ground, using radio, radar and lighting systems, and provide information relevant to the operation of aircraft. Their tasks include: a) directing and controlling aircraft approaching and leaving airport and their movement on the ground; b) directing and controlling aircraft operating in designated airspace sector; c) examining and approving flight plans; d) informing flight crew and operations staff about weather conditions, operational facilities, flight plans and air traffic; e) applying knowledge of principles and practices of air traffic control in order to identify and solve problems arising in the course of their work; f) initiating and organizing emergency, search and rescue services and procedures; g) directing activities of all aircraft and service vehicles on or near airport runways; h) maintaining radio and telephone contact with adjacent control towers, terminal control units and other control centers, and coordinating the movement of aircraft into adjoining areas. Examples of occupations classified here: Air navigation system specialist, Air traffic control specialist-station, Air traffic control specialist-tower, Air traffic controller, Air traffic coordinator, Airfield services officer, Airport control operator, Airport operation assistant, Airways communicator, Aviation safety regulation officer, Check flight radio operator, Control tower officer, Control tower radio operator, Flight control tower operator

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