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Richard D. Steele, II

Calhoun,GA

Summary

Certified Air Traffic Controller with 28 years in tower control, approach and departure control and en route control. Skilled in critical thinking and decision-making; exceptional at remaining calm under extreme pressure.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Air Traffic Controller

Federal Aviation Administration
10.1989 - 10.2019
  • Utilized communications systems to direct movement of pilots and ground personnel.
  • Provided pilots with instructions for safe landings and takeoffs.
  • Controlled arrivals and departures and transitioned aircraft across airfield and flight line.
  • Assisted aircraft in emergency situations to increase preparedness and quick response, providing guidance and support.
  • Worked closely with other air traffic controllers to establish safe and productive flow of traffic.
  • Used radar and radio communications to accurately identify and monitor air traffic.
  • Notified airport response personnel to be ready when emergency situations presented.
  • Identified, analyzed, resolved and reported hazards and procedural issues affecting or potentially affecting safe and timely outcomes.

Education

West Georgia College
Carrollton, GA

High School Diploma -

Fayetteville County High School
Fayetteville, GA
05.1981

Skills

  • Advanced Communications Control Systems
  • Situational Awareness
  • Mastery of Standard Terminal Arrival Route Systems (STARS)
  • Aircraft Communication Relay
  • Tower Certifications: MCNT, RDUT, DABT

Timeline

Air Traffic Controller

Federal Aviation Administration
10.1989 - 10.2019

West Georgia College

High School Diploma -

Fayetteville County High School
Richard D. Steele, II