Tårntjeneste

Tårntjeneste refers to air traffic control services provided from an airport's control tower. Controllers working in the tower are responsible for managing the movement of aircraft on the ground, including taxiing, takeoffs, and landings, as well as aircraft in the immediate vicinity of the airport. This service is crucial for maintaining safe and efficient air traffic operations at airports.

The primary function of tårntjeneste is to prevent collisions. Controllers achieve this by issuing clearances and instructions to pilots, ensuring adequate separation between aircraft and vehicles on the runway and taxiways. They monitor radar screens, visual observations, and communicate with pilots via radio. The scope of tårntjeneste typically extends to a defined airspace around the airport, often referred to as the aerodrome traffic circuit.

Services provided by tårntjeneste include ground control, for movements on taxiways and aprons, and local control, for takeoffs and landings on runways. They also manage the flow of traffic entering and exiting the airport's controlled airspace. Effective tårntjeneste requires a high degree of situational awareness, quick decision-making, and clear communication. The implementation of tårntjeneste is a key component of air traffic management systems worldwide, contributing significantly to aviation safety.