04.4 Flow Control Measures
Training Objective
To apply techniques that regulate traffic flow and reduce complexity.
Key Knowledge
- Speed control
- Vectoring
- Level restrictions
- Direct routings
Operational Application
Controllers shall:
- Use appropriate techniques to regulate traffic flow
- Apply minimal intervention required to maintain control
1. Overview
Flow control measures are used to maintain safe and efficient traffic movement.
2. Core Content
2.1 Speed Control
- Primary tool for minor adjustments
2.2 Vectoring
- Used to resolve conflicts or manage spacing
2.3 Level Restrictions
- Prevent conflicts and manage flow
2.4 Direct Routing
- Improves efficiency but may increase complexity
3. Procedures
3.1 Application of Measures
- Controllers shall select the simplest effective solution
- Actions shall not create secondary conflicts
4. Standards
- Safety shall not be compromised for efficiency
5. Notes
- Overuse of vectoring increases workload