atc-topicsWhat Happens When Two Aircraft Want to Land at the Same Time?
At first glance, it might seem possible for two aircraft approaching the same runway to simply continue towards it and land one after another.…
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atc-topicsDo We Have to Wait for an Accident Before Investing in Safety?
Aviation is extraordinarily safe, but that safety is not accidental. It is the result of decades of investment in technology, procedures, training, staffing and…
atc-topicsDigital Tower, Virtual Tower, Remote Tower – Why The Difference Matters
Terms such as Digital Tower, Virtual Tower and Remote Tower increasingly appear in press releases, political discussions and media reports. They are often used…
atc-topicsLuxembourg Airport: A Not So Small Airport with Big-Airport Complexity
Luxembourg Airport (ELLX) can no longer be considered a small regional airport. It is Luxembourg’s only international airport, serving as the country’s main passenger…
atc-topicsAmbient Voice Recording in ATC: What It Is and What It Is Not
Ambient Voice Recording in Air Traffic Control Why Ambient Voice Recording exists, what regulations actually require, and why operational ATC communication is already extensively…
atc-topicsWhat the Digital European Sky Really Means – And What It Doesn’t
The Digital European Sky is Europe’s long-term vision for modernising air traffic management (ATM) through digitalisation, automation, better connectivity and more efficient use of…
atc-topicsInside the Tower: A Day in the Life of a Tower Air Traffic Controller
Introduction: Precision Under Pressure Tower air traffic controllers are the silent guardians of aviation safety. From their panoramic view high above the runway, they…
atc-topicsHuman Factors in Air Traffic Control: Fatigue, Mental Health & Safety
Air traffic control (ATC) is one of the most demanding safety-critical professions. Every second, controllers manage complex airspace, separate aircraft, and handle unexpected situations.…
PressVirtual Tower? Not for Daily Operations at Luxembourg Airport!
As the Guild of Air Traffic Controllers in Luxembourg, we’re not opposed to innovation, and we’re certainly not against virtual tower technology itself. However,…
atc-topicsIs Remote Tower Safe? Virtual Tower Safety Risks, Disadvantages, and Limitations – ELLX Feasibility Study
The Guilde Luxembourgeoise des Contrôleurs de la Circulation Aérienne (GLCCA) has closely monitored the development of remote tower technology in recent years. In doing…