Air Traffic Control Knowledge Assessment

The video discusses the rigorous training process for air traffic controllers at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida. The training can last four to five years, with a high washout rate. Controllers must maintain high concentration levels and manage up to 25 planes simultaneously, despite human memory limitations. They need to multitask effectively, coordinating with pilots and other controllers. Despite extensive training, safety concerns remain, with 1,150 near misses reported in 2012.

What is the washout rate for air traffic controller trainees at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University?

• 60-70%

• 20-30%

• 10-15%

• 40-50%

How long can the training process for air traffic controllers take at Embry Riddle?

• 2-3 years

• 4-5 years

• 6-7 years

• 1-2 years

What is the average number of items a human can hold in short-term memory?

• 7 items

• 12 items

• 10 items

• 5 items

How many planes might an air traffic controller have to manage at one time?

• 15 planes

• 25 planes

• 10 planes

• 20 planes

Which of the following is NOT a task that air traffic controllers must perform simultaneously?

• Coordinating with other controllers

• Listening to pilots

• Flying the planes

• Writing on the Strip

What was the number of near misses on the ground at U.S. airports in 2012?

• 950

• 1,150

• 1,350

• 1,550

Why is maintaining concentration crucial for air traffic controllers?

• To ensure faster plane takeoffs

• To reduce fuel consumption

• To prevent deadly slip-ups

• To avoid missing lunch breaks