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What is the purpose of ATC Tower?
The primary purpose of ATC worldwide is to prevent collisions, organize and expedite the flow of air traffic, and provide information and other support for pilots.
What services ATC provide?
What ATC Can Do?
- Issue an IFR clearance.
- Forward and solicit pilot reports.
- Provide weather information as observed on radar.
- Issue a Special VFR (SVFR) clearance.
- Provide radar vectors to a nearby airport.
- Make decisions for you.
- Waive regulations.
- Initiate a SVFR clearance.
What types of ATC services are available to pilots?
Section 1. Services Available to Pilots
- Air Route Traffic Control Centers.
- Control Towers.
- Flight Service Stations.
- Recording and Monitoring.
- Communications Release of IFR Aircraft Landing at an Airport Without an Operating Control Tower.
- Pilot Visits to Air Traffic Facilities.
- Operation Rain Check.
What does DGCA stand for?
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is the regulatory body in the field of Civil Aviation, primarily dealing with safety issues. It is responsible for regulation of air transport services to/from/within India and for enforcement of civil air regulations, air safety, and airworthiness standards.
How do I contact an aviation minister?
Contact Us
- Shri Shankra Nand Bharti.
- Under Secretary.
- Email Id:shankra[dot]bharti[at]nic[dot]in.
- Address: Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan 110003, Block B, Safdarjung Airport Area, New Delhi.
- Phone:011 – 24610364.
Why are airports famous for their ATC towers?
Besides spotting airplanes – the obvious, one thing that stands out at most airports is its Air Traffic Control Tower. Comprising a wide range of heights and designs, ATC towers are often seen as the iconic symbol of airports worldwide.
Why choose our ATC services?
Our ATC expertise and knowledge of the airport ‘network’ enables us to provide optimal airport efficiency and to reduce delays. Operational efficiency cells connect all key airport functions. We have a range of tried-and-tested procedures to make sure your business carries on in times of crisis or emergency.
What is an air traffic control tower?
Air Traffic Control Towers are structures tall enough to provide a visual reference to controllers in the terminal environment It is noteworthy that the control tower may also consist of several structures beneath or adjacent to the physical tower
Can I participate in pilot/air traffic control outreach activities?
Pilots are encouraged to participate in local pilot/air traffic control outreach activities. However, due to security and workload concerns, requests for air traffic facility visits may not always be approved. Therefore, visit requests should be submitted through the air traffic facility as early as possible.