Record number of candidates
The largest group in history 54 candidates Training in the profession of an air traffic controller began Polish Air navigation agency. It is in this group 18 women And this is the first time they constitute over 30 percent. groups. Counting with people who have already started almost two years of training, during it is 200 peoplewhich is also a record.
What does the flight controller training look like?
The first six months of training are Learning theoretical foundations profession, including: aviation law, aircraft construction and navigation principles. By Another 6 months As part of the simulator part, candidates will train air traffic management in an insulated environment. After the first year, there will be time for practical training. After obtaining a specific assignment (area control, approach or one of the 15 air traffic control towers), the apprentices will start Ojt training (On the Job Training), a practical stage of preparation for work in the profession of air traffic controller. He will consist in learning under eye an experienced instructor directly at the workplace. This stage will last year and will end with an exam. After completing it, the candidate will receive a license and become a controller.
Who can become a flight controller?
A prerequisite for obtaining an air traffic controller license is a set of features and competences that candidates must have. The most important of them are: spatial imaginationability to make quick and certain decisions, ability, both for individual and team work, and very good knowledge of English and impeccable health. Higher education is not necessary.
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Sources: POSP