Role of Air Traffic Controllers and Aircraft Marshallers in Aviation Safety
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TLDR
- Air Traffic Controllers manage and coordinate the movement of aircraft in the air and at airports.
- Aircraft Marshallers guide pilots using visual signals in aircraft parking areas.
- Aircraft Marshallers wear safety uniforms and use light wands or hand signals to direct pilots during landing and takeoff.
- The role of Aircraft Marshallers has been essential since the early days of aviation, relying initially on hand signals for communication.
- Air Traffic Controllers use radio communication and guidance systems to ensure safe distances between aircraft during flight operations.