Control Tower Operator

Air traffic control tower operators direct air traffic on and within the vicinity of airports according to established procedures and policies in order to prevent collisions and to minimize delays arising from traffic congestion.

Other Information

Duration of License

Authority

Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 65

Exam: State Exam Required
License Type: Registry

Fees

Application
$0.00
New License
$0.00
Renewal
$0.00
Reciprocity:
$0.00
Miscellaneous:
$0.00

Other Requirements

US citizen; age 30 or under; pass medical exam and security investigation; English language proficiency; three years progressively responsible work experience, Bachelor's degree, or combination of post-secondary education and work experience that totals three years; complete a training course at the FAA Academy; and be willing to relocate based on staffing needs.

Licensing Authority

Federal Aviation Administration
Airmen Certification Branch
Licenses & Certificates
6425 South Denning Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73169-6937
866-878-2498

Occupational Information

Air Traffic Controllers

Occupational profile

Please check with your local City, County or Municipality for area specific license requirements they may have.