Controllers of Airspace
Airman First Class Ross Facer, an air traffic control apprientice assigned to the 354th Operations Support Squadron at Eielson AFB, Alaska, uses an ear piece headset and a watchful eye to monitor and communicate with aircraft pilots prior to take-off May 7, 2008. These headsets allow secure communications to aircraft pilots during take-off, flight and landing. Air traffic controllers monitors all airspace prior to aircraft taking off, transitioning into Eielson AFB airspace, and landing to ensure all aircraft launch, fly, and land safely. (U.S Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt Eric T. Sheler)