air traffic controller
noun
: a person who is responsible for remotely monitoring and directing the movements of aircraft as part of a system of air traffic control
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Airport surface surveillance systems track the movements of planes and vehicles and can alert air traffic controllers or flight crew of possible runway obstacles.
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Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial, The Mercury News, 18 May 2024
The bill increased the number of air traffic controllers — which have been dealing with an alarming shortage — added more safety inspectors at aircraft factories, and implemented new rules regarding airline refunds and family seating policies.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2024
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Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial, The Mercury News, 18 May 2024
The bill increased the number of air traffic controllers — which have been dealing with an alarming shortage — added more safety inspectors at aircraft factories, and implemented new rules regarding airline refunds and family seating policies.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2024
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“Air traffic controller.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/air%20traffic%20controller. Accessed 31 May. 2024.
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