Air Traffic Controller

Air Traffic Controllers at CAE oversee the movement of NFTI air traffic at Gondia airport, ensuring smooth, safe, and efficient flying training. They direct aircraft efficiently to minimize delays while prioritizing safety in all operations. Their role involves managing flow within airport airspace and guiding pilots during takeoff and landing.

Daily responsibilities include providing traffic information to air and ground traffic, ensuring adequate separation and preventing collisions between aircraft. Controllers maintain logs of all flights operating at the airport and monitor serviceability status of various sub-systems. They report any malfunctions or degradation promptly to respective departments for priority rectification.

Controllers coordinate with CNS, ARFF, ELECTRIC ALS, and other agencies for seamless flying operations. They also liaise with adjacent Air Traffic Control units and perform periodic runway inspections. Incident reporting to ARFF and relevant departments is crucial, along with actions per contingency plans for aircraft emergencies.

This position offers hands-on experience in high-stakes aviation environments, focusing on safety and efficiency. Well-suited for those with aviation background seeking to contribute to training operations in a dynamic airport setting. Growth comes through managing real-time air traffic challenges and inter-agency collaborations.