Spain’s November 11 General Strike Could Disrupt Flights and Trains
Spain’s November 11 general strike could affect flights and local transport, with separate Renfe driver walkouts on November 10 and 12. Here is what to check.
Air Traffic Control
Air traffic control manages aircraft movements to ensure safe and efficient takeoffs, landings, and flights.
Air traffic control, or ATC, is the system that manages aircraft movements on the ground and in the air to ensure safe and efficient travel. Controllers guide pilots during takeoff, landing, and en route flights, maintaining safe distances between aircraft. It’s a vital part of modern aviation that keeps global air travel organized and secure.
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