Frequently Asked Questions
What is the control tower at an airport called?
The control tower at an airport is called the Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT). The ATCT is responsible for controlling air traffic within a designated airspace, including takeoffs and landings. This includes coordinating with other nearby control towers to make sure aircraft are safely separated from each other.
What equipment do air traffic controllers use?
Air traffic controllers use a variety of equipment, such as radios, radar systems and visual flight rules (VFR) maps to monitor air traffic. They also use special communication systems called Voice Switching and Control Systems (VSCS) to communicate with pilots in the air. Additionally, they may use automated information systems that provide real-time updates on flight paths and weather conditions. Finally, they use a variety of monitors and displays to keep track of the aircraft in their airspace. Saraval Industries specializes in air traffic control room furniture that is both functional and ergonomic, providing comfortable workstations for air traffic controllers who need to be alert at all times.
What are the 3 basic air traffic control facilities?
The three basic air traffic control facilities are Airport Control Towers, En Route Centers and Flight Service Stations.
- Airport Control Towers (ATCT) – These control the ground and airspace around airports by providing necessary instructions to aircraft in the area.
- En Route Centers (ERC) – These provide direct communication with pilots flying between airports. They also provide pilots with weather and air traffic information.
- Flight Service Stations (FSS) – These are responsible for providing services such as flight plans, airport advisories, weather briefings and search-and-rescue coordination.
Air traffic controllers are responsible for the lives of thousands daily. This means it’s essential to furnish your air traffic control room with the best possible equipment. Including workstations that adapt easily to the high-paced and ever-changing environment of the air traffic control room and provide comfortable ergonomic support for personnel who must constantly be on alert. Saraval Industries offers both control room furniture for surveillance control rooms and air traffic control.
What are the 4 types of air traffic controllers?
The four types of air traffic controllers are Terminal, En Route, Approach Control, and Tower.
- Terminal controllers – work in the airport control tower and are responsible for controlling aircraft that are taking off, landing or flying around an airport.
- En Route controllers – monitor aircrafts which fly between airports and provide communication services to pilots.
- Approach Control controllers – work in the area between an airport terminal and en route centers to provide separation between aircrafts.
- Tower controllers – coordinate the flow of air traffic at airports and on the ground by providing guidance, clearance and information to pilots. They also monitor runway occupancy and advise pilots of any hazards in their vicinity.
At Saraval Industries, we provide air traffic control furniture that s designed to provide the highest level of comfort and ergonomic support, while at the same time meeting all safety standards. With over 20 years of experience in the field, we know exactly how to furnish an air traffic control room so that controllers can be at their most alert and effective.
What features should airport control room furniture include?
Airport control rooms require consoles that support large monitor arrays, secure cable management, ergonomic adjustments, and rapid-response workflows. Saraval provides ATC furniture built for high-paced, mission-critical environments. Our airport control room furniture solutions are engineered to deliver durability, precision organization, and long-term performance under continuous operational demands.
Do you offer air traffic control consoles from multiple manufacturers?
Yes. As a dealer, Saraval works with leading ATC furniture brands including Winsted, Watson, Evans, Sustema, and more—letting you mix and match to get the best value and exact features needed. Our access to premium air traffic control consoles ensures flexibility in design, configuration, and budget alignment. This approach allows facilities to select proven solutions tailored to their specific operational requirements.
Can Saraval design the layout of an air traffic control room?
Absolutely. We offer complete layout planning, workflow optimization, console configuration, and technology integration for airport control rooms and command centers of any size. Our command center layout planning services focus on maximizing visibility, communication flow, and equipment accessibility. We collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure each space is optimized for efficiency and long-term scalability.
Are your control room consoles ergonomic for long ATC shifts?
Yes. We source height-adjustable, operator-focused consoles that minimize fatigue, improve line of sight, and support controllers through long 24/7 shifts where focus and alertness are essential. Our ergonomic control room consoles are designed to enhance posture, reduce strain, and maintain productivity during extended operations. Every configuration prioritizes operator comfort without compromising durability or technical performance.
What types of technology can your ATC furniture support?
Our control room consoles are built to support radar displays, communication systems, navigation equipment, multi-monitor setups, and high-density cable routing required for air traffic operations. Integrated control room technology support ensures seamless organization of power, data, and communication infrastructure. These solutions are designed to maintain reliability and clarity in mission-critical aviation environments.
Do you provide delivery and installation for airport control rooms?
Yes. Saraval manages delivery, installation, and coordination with IT and facilities teams to ensure airport control room furniture is fully operational and properly integrated. Our structured delivery and installation process minimizes downtime and ensures precise setup according to technical specifications. We remain involved through final deployment to confirm every workstation performs as intended.
