Airfield Operations Specialists

Ensure the safe takeoff and landing of commercial and military aircraft. Duties include coordination between air-traffic control and maintenance personnel, dispatching, using airfield landing and navigational aids, implementing airfield safety procedures, monitoring and maintaining flight records, and applying knowledge of weather information.

What They Do

Airfield Operations Specialists serve as the crucial link between aircraft, air traffic control, and ground crews to ensure every takeoff and landing happens safely and efficiently. They monitor runway conditions, activate lighting systems, and coordinate with maintenance teams to address any safety concerns on the airfield. Throughout their shifts, these specialists track flight schedules, communicate weather updates to pilots and controllers, and maintain detailed records of all aircraft movements. When emergencies arise, they implement safety protocols and coordinate response efforts.

Programs That Prepare You

College programs linked to this occupation, ranked by graduate earnings

Air Transportation(masters)University of North Dakota, ND
$104,007
Air Transportation(masters)Jacksonville University, FL
$91,764
Air Transportation(masters)Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach, FL
$91,764
Air Transportation(masters)Florida Institute of Technology, FL
$91,764
Air Transportation(masters)Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott, AZ
$91,764
Air Transportation(masters)Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide, FL
$91,764
Air Transportation(bachelors)Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, NM
$88,085
Air Transportation(masters)Saint Louis University, MO
$85,493
Air Transportation(masters)CUNY York College, NY
$85,493
Air Transportation(masters)Utah State University, UT
$85,493
Air Transportation(masters)Lewis University, IL
$85,493
Air Transportation(masters)American Public University System, WV
$85,493
Air Transportation(masters)Middle Tennessee State University, TN
$85,493
Air Transportation(masters)Oklahoma State University-Main Campus, OK
$85,493
Air Transportation(masters)Liberty University, VA
$85,493
Air Transportation(masters)California Aeronautical University, CA
$85,493
Air Transportation(masters)University of Central Missouri, MO
$79,222
Air Transportation(bachelors)Hallmark University, TX
$79,086
Air Transportation(masters)Delta State University, MS
$70,632
Air Transportation(masters)Purdue University-Main Campus, IN
$69,976
Air Transportation(associates)Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide, FL
$66,957
Air Transportation(associates)Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach, FL
$66,957
Air Transportation(bachelors)Texas Lutheran University, TX
$56,487
Air Transportation(bachelors)Baylor University, TX
$56,487
Air Transportation(bachelors)Tarleton State University, TX
$56,487

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