The position of Controller-In-Charge (CIC) exists in many units in many different countries around the world. There are differences between the supervisor’s roles and those of the Controller-In-Charge, and questions exist regarding responsibilities and legality of this position.
- It is well understood that a CIC has duties and responsibilities for the operational process.
- In many cases a CIC has a similar role and responsibilities as the substitute supervisor or even the supervisor itself. They all have a formal structure, and these positions have to be set.
- The CIC has direct relation to safety and responsibility for operational process, therefore a formal training course and/or minimum requirements for CIC are needed and recommended.
IFATCA Policy is:IFATCA strongly recommends that supervisors are present and on duty in any control unit to oversee ATC operations and to fulfil administrative tasks. However, if another person (e.g. Controller in Charge) is required to perform supervisory duties then the role and responsibilities of this person shall be clearly defined and relevant training, including refresher training, shall be provided. |
| See: WP 306 – Las Vegas 2016 |
Last Update: August 11, 2022
November 3, 2019 672 Jean-Francois Lepage LM