Tucson International Airport Air Traffic Control Tower Tuesday, October 20 at 9:00 a.m.
$15.00
- Location: 1865 E. Aero Park Blvd on southside of Tucson’s airport. A detailed map will be sent showing the route and tower access information. Meet in the tower parking lot no later than 8:45 a.m.Tour leader: Chuck Stump (ccstump47@gmail.com; 316-461-3493).
Description
A special tour conducted by the tower manager will provide participants an inside look at the airport’s traffic control operation. These traffic control towers are tall, windowed structures, to ensure the safe and efficient movement of aircraft to prevent collisions, manage the flow of traffic in the air and provide information and support for pilots. Responsibilities include: flight authorization, ground control, separation, information and control transfers. Participants must be able to climb three flights of stairs and produce proof of U.S. citizenship (Arizona driver’s license or passport). No photos inside the tower.
