Home Computing Weekly


Heathrow International Air Traffic Control

Categories: Review: Software
Author: T.W.
Publisher: Hewson Consultants
Machine: Spectrum 48K

 
Published in Home Computing Weekly #101

This fascinating simulation encompasses the problems associated with the work of an air traffic controller.

Two locations are offered, each having eight levels of difficulty.

The objective is to land ten aircraft within a set time limit. A full report based on your performanceis given at the end.

Heathrow International Air Traffic Control

Your responsibility is only for planes that are landing, though avoidance of outgoing traffic is essential!

The main display is a radar scan depicting the location and altitude of incoming aircraft. The runways and approach flight paths are shown at the centre.

On the right of the display are listed all the various parameters and their values for each plane. Each type needs to be landed within its individual limits approach speed and altitudes being critical.

Each plane needs to be Localised on its approach to the Glide Path, then Established before acquiring Final Approach for a safe landing.

Accompanying the cassette is a comprehensive instruction booklet, which is easily understood.

T.W.

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