Improved Equipment Arrangements for Tracon Rooms

摘要

The report presents the results of a research project conducted to recommend environmental and hardware improvements for Terminal Radar Control (TRACON) Rooms. Through the use of laboratory techniques a simulated TRACON room was established to test environmental concepts and equipments. Field controllers' opinions and recommendations, with those of the project members, were used as a basis for determining the advantages or disadvantages of particular equipments, their locations, and console modifications and configurations. Recommendations include: Operating position arrangement concepts; placement of auxiliary equipment and controls; improved lighting techniques and information display devices; and a new design for ATC TRACON room consoles. (Author)