How Air Traffic Control Works

How Air Traffic Control Works by HowStuffWorks explains the complex system used in the United States to ensure the safe movement of aircraft. The article details the various airspace divisions, such as centers and TRACONs, and the corresponding air traffic control facilities, including the ATCSCC, ARTCC, TRACON, ATCT, and FSS. It follows a typical flight from preflight to landing, describing the roles of different controllers like the flight data person, ground controller, local controller, departure controller, and approach controller. The text also touches upon the training required to become a controller and the challenges facing the air traffic control system due to increasing air travel.