air traffic controller

noun

: a person who is responsible for remotely monitoring and directing the movements of aircraft as part of a system of air traffic control

Examples of air traffic controller in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The air traffic controller tried to direct the pilot to the nearest airport — Paso Robles, about 60 miles away. — Jenny Jarvie follow, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026

The disruption came after a fiber-optic cable was severed in New Jersey, causing a telecommunications issue between air traffic controllers and pilots. — Mike Stunson, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026

Occupations like air traffic controllers surpass traditional skilled trades in earnings but still require certification or specialized training, a study found. — Danielle Douglas-Gabriel, Washington Post, 21 Sep. 2026

Rose spoke to former air traffic controller Dave Riley, who wasn't worried that the AI tool would lead to problems because humans would still oversee safety. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 21 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for air traffic controller

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