Module 5 | ATC System

Memorization of procedures and multitasking are critical tasks that new controllers must master:

True

A controller in initial training status is known as

Developmental

Why is the FD position significant from a training standpoint?

-It is the first position a new controller will check out on, allowing them to acclimate in the tower environment and observe operational controllers at work -It gives new controllers the ability to develop a working knowledge of procedures in action -It allows controller trainers to check the knowledge levels and preparation of new developmental controllers

In what document would procedures for merging the FD and CD poistions be laid out?

ATCT SOPs

Which of these is NOT a duty of the FD position?

Clear Aircraft for Takeoff

The Flight Data position is an active control position

False

Why is the CD position significant from a training standpoint?

It provides a relatively low-pressure environment for developmental controllers to work out stage fright and build confidence on the radio

Which of these is NOT a duty of the Clearance Delivery position?

Monitoring the FDIO system for messages and flight plans

Describe the intent of the tower team concept:

The whole team contributes to successful operations, but the team itself is not held accountable for individual operational errors

According to the Tower Team Concept:

There are no absolute divisions of responsibilities regarding position operations