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How Air Traffic Control Works

Apr 24, 2012
Explore the organization of airspace in the US, the role of air traffic control in ensuring flight safety, and the impact of the 1981 air traffic controllers' strike. They also discuss movies related to air traffic control and share anecdotes about traveling to Orlando for business.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Air Traffic Control in Movies
01:37 • 8min
3
Structure and Organization of Airspace
09:10 • 10min
4
Orlando: A Hub for Business and Entertainment
18:54 • 2min
5
Flight Progress Strip and Air Traffic Control
20:41 • 14min
6
The 1981 Air Traffic Controllers' Strike and Stressful Occupations
35:09 • 3min
7
Traveling to Orlando for Business and Conference
38:07 • 2min
8
Discussion about Air Traffic Control and Michael Moore's tipping habits
39:58 • 2min
9
Casual Conversation, Plane Flight Stories, and Ads
42:19 • 3min