Air Traffic Services and Air Traffic Controller
Air traffic control (ATC) is a service provided by
ground-based controllers who direct aircraft on the
ground and through controlled airspace and can
provide advisory services to aircraft in non-
controlled airspace. 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
To prevent collisions, ATC enforces traffic separation
rules, which ensure each aircraft maintains a
minimum amount of empty space around it at all
times.
Earl Ward and Glen Gilbert are the fathers of ATC.Earl
Ward may be credited with the creation of the first
control center, while Glen Gilbert with the design of
the traffic separation rules.
Term ATC was officially adopted by British Air
Ministry in the year 1939
In the year 1950 ICAO adopted standard and
recommended practices related to Air Traffic
services .Several Annexes with changes were
introduced to enhance procedures with safety in
mind.
Air Traffic Controllers; Manage the safe and orderly
flow of aircraft into, out of and between airports. In
controlled, monitored airspace they remain in radio
communication with pilots to ensure aircraft are kept
separated and also abide by their pre-arranged
routes and altitudes.
In addition they assist pilots with information and
guidance during an emergency. In order to become a
Air Traffic Controller specialized training courses are
develepoled, once the training is completed they
become part of a community of highly trained
professionals...Some of the core skills are, firm
decision making, able to remain focused and calm
under pressure, good visual and short term memory.
Good mathematical skills and excellent
communication is an essential ingredient for this
challenging role. Controllers work on position for
about 90 to 120 minutes, followed by a 30 minutes
break. Working hours based on shift patterns to
cover 24 hours are regulated to avoid stress and
work fatigue.
To fly safely pilots need active support of air traffic
controllers, who are also essential to the efficiency of
airports and the airline industry.
IN Nigeria, u have to be a science student and must be employed under NAMA{or sponsored by state govt, or a ministry under aviation} before u can be sent for Training at Nigeria college of Aviation technology zaria for averagely a year programme in Standard Air Traffic Control course. For further enquiries, 08050995850 (whatsapp only).
By: Williams. O. Licensed Air Traffic Controller
NIGERIA AIRSPACE MANAGEMENT AGENCY.

Disclaimer : This post was created just to Enlighten the general public about Air traffic control. Pls i dnt offer jobs o... Just for those who are interested in becoming an AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER and who need enquiries.

I just hope buhari doesn't apply, there will be an apocalypse

I'm currently doing a research on air traffic controller and I came across your post, please what are the other requirements to start the program.

senator2k9:
Air Traffic Services and Air Traffic Controller
Air traffic control (ATC) is a service provided by
ground-based controllers who direct aircraft on the
ground and through controlled airspace and can
provide advisory services to aircraft in non-
controlled airspace. 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
To prevent collisions, ATC enforces traffic separation
rules, which ensure each aircraft maintains a
minimum amount of empty space around it at all
times.
Earl Ward and Glen Gilbert are the fathers of ATC.Earl
Ward may be credited with the creation of the first
control center, while Glen Gilbert with the design of
the traffic separation rules.
Term ATC was officially adopted by British Air
Ministry in the year 1939
In the year 1950 ICAO adopted standard and
recommended practices related to Air Traffic
services .Several Annexes with changes were
introduced to enhance procedures with safety in
mind.
Air Traffic Controllers; Manage the safe and orderly
flow of aircraft into, out of and between airports. In
controlled, monitored airspace they remain in radio
communication with pilots to ensure aircraft are kept
separated and also abide by their pre-arranged
routes and altitudes.
In addition they assist pilots with information and
guidance during an emergency. In order to become a
Air Traffic Controller specialized training courses are
develepoled, once the training is completed they
become part of a community of highly trained
professionals...Some of the core skills are, firm
decision making, able to remain focused and calm
under pressure, good visual and short term memory.
Good mathematical skills and excellent
communication is an essential ingredient for this
challenging role. Controllers work on position for
about 90 to 120 minutes, followed by a 30 minutes
break. Working hours based on shift patterns to
cover 24 hours are regulated to avoid stress and
work fatigue.
To fly safely pilots need active support of air traffic
controllers, who are also essential to the efficiency of
airports and the airline industry.
IN Nigeria, u have to be a science student and must be employed under NAMA{or sponsored by state govt, or a ministry under aviation} before u can be sent for Training at Nigeria college of Aviation technology zaria for averagely a year programme in Standard Air Traffic Control course. For further enquiries, 08050995850 (whatsapp only).
By: Williams. O. Licensed Air Traffic Controller
NIGERIA AIRSPACE MANAGEMENT AGENCY.

Hi, Please can I still contact you concerning ATC screening process at NCAT ?

want to know what to expect please.
more especially medical screening ?