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Charlotte
ATCT and TRACON
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Welcome to the Charlotte Air Traffic Control Tower. We hope this document provides
some valuable information to you. Please feel free to utilize any of the phone numbers
listed in the Charlotte Tower Directory if you have any questions or needs relating to
your future employment at the CLT ATCT.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome Letter 3
Charlotte Tower Today 4
Charlotte Tower Leadership Team 6
Our Expectations of All Employees 8
Policies 9
Local Area Information 11
Charlotte Attractions 11
Getting Around 13
Artfully Charlotte 14
Explore the Neighborhoods 15
Online Resources 16
Charlotte Tower Directory 17
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Welcome Letter
Dear New Employee,
Welcome to Charlotte Tower! Here you will have an opportunity to work with an
outstanding team of professionals that help make us a great place to work and develop
your skills. Your knowledge, abilities and positive attitude made you a highly regarded
addition to our team, and I am certain that you will make a positive impact on our future.
All of us want to make your tenure at this facility as enjoyable and rewarding as possible.
Please feel free to ask any questions and express your thoughts and ideas to the staff and
senior leadership. Our aim is to create an informal atmosphere and involve everyone in
the process of making our facility an exceptional place to work.
I look forward to working with you, and would like to welcome you again to our team!
Sincerely,
Tom Denny
Air Traffic Manager, CLT ATCT
Carolina District Manager
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Charlotte Tower Today
Background
The Charlotte/Douglas International Airport is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The
airport was established in 1935. The airport elevation is 744 feet MSL.
In the first quarter of 2007, Charlotte Airport consistently ranked in the top 10 airports in
the United States in number of operations. In fact, Charlotte Airport now consistently
ranks in the top 8 airports in number of operations. Passenger statistics for 2006 indicate
there were 1,988,488 international boardings, 17,252,830 air carrier boardings, and
10,452,631 regional boardings, for a total of 29,693,949 passengers. A total of 170,752
tons of cargo were moved through the airport in 2006. Domestic carriers include AirTran
Airways, American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Jet Blue Airways,
Northwest Airlines, United Airlines, and US Airways. Foreign flag carriers include Air
Canada Jazz and Lufthansa German Airlines. Regional carriers include: American Eagle,
American Connection operated by Trans State Airlines, Continental Express, Delta
Connection operated by Atlantic Southeast Airlines, ComAir and Shuttle America,
Northwest Jetlink operated by Pinnacle Airlines, United Express operated by Shuttle
America and Mesa Airlines, and US Airways Express operated by Air Midwest.
Additionally, Chautauqua Airlines, Mesa Airlines, Piedmont Airlines, PSA Airlines and
Republic Airlines operate at the Charlotte Airport. As of January 2007, there were 623
daily departures from the Charlotte Airport, with 127 cities served non-stop. The capacity
of the airport in the current runway configuration is 600,000 operations per year. The
projected growth at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport is expected to exceed
600,000 operations by 2010
The Charlotte Airport terminal consists of five concourses totaling over 1.7 million
square feet. The current runway configuration includes 18C/36C (north/south): 10,000 ft,
18L/36R (north/south): 8,676 ft, and 5/23 (crosswind): 7,500 ft.
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Airport Development
In 1990, a new 80,000 square-foot international and commuter concourse opened, and in
1991 further expansion of the terminal buildings continued, reflective of USAir's
dominating presence at the airport.
When USAir became USAirways in 1996, Charlotte remained its largest hub in
passenger traffic, and in 1999 plans were announced for the construction of a regional
carrier concourse and for the expansion of Concourses A and D.
In 2002, the new 26-gate Concourse E opened, and US Airways also began non-stop
service to Belize, Freeport (Bahamas), Providenciales, Punta Cana, and St. Croix, VI.
Construction continues during 2007 on the E-concourse, with an additional 24 gates
scheduled to open in 2008.
In 2003, the main ticketing hall was expanded to the east, providing 13 additional
ticketing counters and a new security checkpoint; and Concourse D was expanded by an
additional 9 gates. That year, US Airways began service to Costa Rica, Mexico City, and
St. Kitts.
Future Airport Expansion
The Charlotte Airport Authority is constructing a third North/South parallel
runway (Runway 18R/36L) with commissioning scheduled for February 2010. This
runway is anticipated to provide between 20% and 51% more capacity to the
airport depending on weather conditions. The runway will be 9,000 feet long and
can accommodate all aircraft types. Approximately 35% of arrivals are anticipated
to utilize this runway. Runway 18R/36L has been designed to accommodate a large
number of arrivals, having high-speed runway exits and a taxiway structure to
accommodate these operations.
The new runway is planned to be 4,300 feet from the runway 36C centerline, making
CLT eligible for Triple Simultaneous Approaches.
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Charlotte Tower Leadership Team
Tom Denny and Mark Clark head the Charlotte Tower Leadership Team. Below are their
bios that outline career paths of these distinguished individuals and briefly describe their
personal interests and hobbies.
Tom Denny, Air Traffic Manager, Charlotte Tower
Tom Denny joined the FAA in 1974 as an Air Traffic
Controller at the Athens, Georgia ATCT. After Athens,
Tom served the FAA at Macon, Georgia, and then worked
at Memphis, Tennessee. This was followed by
assignments to Louisville, Kentucky and Albany, Georgia.
Tom then worked at ATCT’s in Columbia, South
Carolina, and at Augusta and Savannah, Georgia. Tom
then served in the former Southern Regional Office,
located in Atlanta, Georgia. Tom came to Charlotte
ATCT in 2000 as the Assistant Air Traffic Manager, and
was promoted to Air Traffic Manager and Carolinas
District Manager in 2002. Tom’s hobbies revolve around
aviation as well, as he enjoys flying his vintage Luscombe
whenever the opportunity arises. Tom is a rabid fan of his
alma mater’s football team, the University of Georgia
Bulldogs.
Tom Denny has found his career with the FAA to be both challenging and rewarding. He
believes that the FAA is unique as a federal employer in that service in the Air Traffic
Organization offers many opportunities for contributing in a variety of areas, as well as
providing a wealth of potential experiences.
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Mark Clark, Staff Manager, Charlotte Tower
Mark Clark’s service with the FAA began in 1983 at the Brownsville, Texas ATCT.
Mark then worked at the Baton Rouge, Louisiana ATCT. Since arriving at the Charlotte
ATCT in 1987, Mark has served as an Air Traffic Controller, a Support Specialist, a
Front Line Manager, the facility Support Manager, and now is the facility’s Staff
Manager.
Most of Mark’s time away from work is spent with his family, which includes eleven
children, ranging in ages from elementary school age to adulthood. Mark has recently
become a first-time grandparent. Mark also enjoys completing remodeling projects
around his home, as well as landscaping activities.
Mark Clark welcomes new employees to the Charlotte ATCT, and wants them to know
that they will play a critical role in the success of the Charlotte Team. Mark is committed
to providing a positive learning and work environment, and hopes all employees find
their experiences here to be both satisfying and fulfilling. Mark acknowledges that the
Charlotte Airport and Charlotte ATCT continue to undergo dramatic growth and
expansion, and the contributions of both our new employees and our experienced
personnel will be essential to our success.
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Our Expectations of All Employees
The Charlotte Tower leadership team expects all employees to:
• Come to work, be on time
• Be prepared – mentally and physically
• Understand the leave policy and manage your leave appropriately
• Be cooperative and professional
• Treat people with respect and dignity
• Take initiative
• Be accountable
• Lead by example – be a good role model
• Do not tolerate or engage in any form of harassment or discrimination
• Actively participate in training
• Know your airspace and systems, know your equipment
• Use prescribed phraseology
• Follow rules and procedures
• Be open to feedback – provide honest information
• Be an effective team member
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Policies
Reporting for Duty
All employees are expected to report for work on their first day at 6:30 am.
Hours of Duty
The CLT ATCT provides Air Traffic services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Parking
Employees of Charlotte ATCT park in the enclosed lot surrounding our facility. This lot
has 24-hr. security, provided by contract security officers. To get to the CLT ATCT,
employees must request a parking ticket at the gate under the FAA/Bus sign to enter the
Daily Lot for the CLT Airport. Then, employees may enter the CLT ATCT lot after
identifying themselves to the contract security officers.
Security
All CLT ATCT employees are required to wear their FAA ID badge while inside the
FAA perimeter fence, and inside the facility itself. The badge must be clearly worn and
displayed in accordance with regulations. Employees are expected to report any
unidentified, unknown, or suspicious persons observed on CLT ATCT premises.
Building Access
Once employees have entered the CLT ATCT parking area, they may gain access to the
building itself through one of three gate-code controlled doors. The gate code is provided
to employees during their facility orientation on their first day at the facility. The gate
code is changed from time to time.
FAA ID Cards
FAA ID cards are to be displayed at all times while on the facility premises.
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Guests and Visitors
Guests and visitors are usually welcome and encouraged. A visitor approval form must
be completed and signed by a management team member before guests or visitors may be
allowed to pass through security.
Cell Phones
Cell phones may be used in the facility, however they are not permitted in the operating
quarters.
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Local Area Information
Charlotte Profile
Charlotte, North Carolina's largest city and the seat of Mecklenburg County, is located in
the southern part of the state near the South Carolina border. It was named for King
George III of England's wife, Charlotte Sophia of Mecklenburg-Strelitz.
Settled about 1750, Charlotte was incorporated as a city in 1768 and made the county seat
in 1774. From 1800 to 1848, Charlotte was the center of U.S. gold production. A branch
of the U.S. mint operated there from 1837 to 1913. Charlotte was a leading Confederate
city during the Civil War and was the last meeting place of the full Confederate cabinet.
Charlotte is a major banking center in the United States, and some of the nation's top
banks, including Bank of America, are headquartered here. Other major employers are
the education, health care, government, technology, and communications sectors. The
city is US Airways largest hub.
Charlotte is the home of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (1946) as well as
the Carolina Panthers (football) and Lowe's Motor Speedway.
Charlotte Attractions
Exciting, entertaining, and exhilarating, Charlotte has an itinerary of fun waiting for
you. Take advantage of Charlotte events that appeal to the sports fan, which range
from the NFL, to the NBA, to the PGA, to NASCAR, and beyond. Unmatched
Charlotte attractions like the U.S. National Whitewater Center and the Billy Graham
Library are truly one of a kind. And family-friendly destinations like Discovery Place
and ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center are sure to excite.
Unique to Charlotte
With the excitement of a cosmopolitan city and the ease of Southern charm, Charlotte
presents a unique atmosphere where big city style meets down-home appeal. Other
cities may boast must-see attractions, but Charlotte offers things to see and do unlike
any destination in the country.
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Discovery Place
One of the top hands-on science museums in the nation, Discovery Place provides
ever-changing, entertaining facilities that foster experiences in areas that range from
life science to space exploration. More than a half-million people from all over the
United States visit Discovery Place, its IMAX Dome Theatre and the Charlotte Nature
Museum each year. In 2005 Discovery Place was selected by the Israel Antiquities
Authority in Jerusalem to develop and present a major exhibition featuring the Dead
Sea Scrolls. The exhibition proved to be the most successful exhibition the science
center developed in its 25-year history, attracting more than 300,000 visitors while on
display.
ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center
Experience Charlotte’s newest educational facility, ImaginOn. Colorful, whimsical and
unexpected, ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center -- a partnership and joint use
facility of The Public Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County and Children’s
Theatre of Charlotte -- is no doubt going to be an integral part of the city’s burgeoning
cultural district. Reflecting an original approach to education, learning and the arts,
ImaginOn will be an unprecedented resource for the community and for Charlotte
visitors by creating an inspired marriage of form and function offering an educational
playground for young and old.
NC Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
The NC Blumenthal Performing Arts Center is a state-of-the-art multi-use performing
arts center that yearly hosts the Broadway Lights Series, featuring national touring
Broadway productions and a wide range of special attractions.
Charlotte’s Got Game
Take in expertly manicured greens or root for the home team under a picture-perfect
Carolina blue sky. From the rapids at the U.S. National Whitewater Center to 180 mph
thrills at Lowe’s Motor Speedway, Charlotte’s recreational pursuits are ample and
impressive.
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Getting Around
Charlotte currently operates the largest transit system between Washington, D.C., and
Atlanta, GA. CATS (Charlotte Area Transportation System), managed by the Public
Transit Department of the City of Charlotte, provides safe, convenient, and affordable
transit services throughout Mecklenburg and surrounding counties.
The LYNX Blue Line is the Charlotte region's first light rail service. It is 9.6 miles
long and operates from I-485 at South Boulevard to Uptown Charlotte. With 15
stations including seven park and ride locations, the LYNX Blue Line provides a
congestion free commute with a consistent travel time. Trains will operate seven days a
week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., and service is available every 7.5 minutes during
weekday rush hour and every 15 minutes during non-peak hours. During weekday
evenings the Blue Line will operate every 30 minutes. Weekend service will operate
every 20 minutes during the day and every 30 minutes during late night hours.
Dozens of bus routes are timed to connect with trains at the Blue Line stations, making
it easy to get to wherever you need to be. More than thirty local routes provide the
flexibility of numerous stops within the city, with most operating from 4:49 a.m. to
2:00 a.m., Monday through Saturday, and 5:25 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. on Sundays. Twelve
express routes provide quick transportation – with minimal stops – from the suburbs to
the uptown area.
The Gold Rush rubber-wheeled trolley service, also
operated by CATS, offers two circulating lines in
Center City. These minibuses resemble historic
streetcars and provide routes that run up and down
Tryon Street and west along Trade Street through the
historic Fourth Ward. The Gold Rush trolleys stop at
marked bus stops every seven minutes from 7:00
a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
CATS provides convenient access to many Center City Charlotte hotels, Charlotte
restaurants, Charlotte nightlife and more. Make your Charlotte North Carolina travel
plans easier by using CATS. For more information, just call CATS at (704) 336-RIDE
to speak with a Transit Customer Service Representative Monday through Friday from
6:15 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. BUSTER, an interactive information expert, can also take calls 7
days a week, 24 hours a day.
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Artfully Charlotte
Proud of its commitment to culture, Charlotte’s increasingly varied social calendar runs
the gamut. Among many, visitors can choose from opera, art, ballet, theatre,
architecture, and more. From marquees touting the latest Broadway smash hit to the
sounds of jazz drifting out of the corner martini bar, variety is certainly a key to the
city’s sophistication. Outstanding museums and attractions tell powerful stories with
their history and beauty and showcase the city’s spirit as well as the world’s wonders.
Helping to promote arts, the Arts and Science
Council of Charlotte-Mecklenburg supports 27
cultural organizations, neighborhood festivals, arts
education programs and much more that result in
over 65,000 performances and events annually.
Charlotte is home to some of the nation’s most
foremost museums and galleries. The Mint Museum
of Art and Mint Museum of Craft + Design guide
visitors through ever-changing exhibits featuring some of the world’s finest
collections. The Levine Museum of the New South exhibits some of the most
fascinating collections of post-Civil War Southern history including its award-winning
centerpiece exhibit, Cotton Fields to Skyscrapers. And Discovery Place, the South’s
premiere hands-on science and technology center located in Center City, features more
than 300 exhibits including a live rain forest.
One of the South’s premier arts festivals, Charlotte Shout is a month-long celebration
dedicated to all things culture – food, music, art, theatre, and more. Events ranging
from outdoor jazz concerts to BBQ festivals to improv comedy shows are just a
sampling of the enriching happenings to be experienced during this cultural jubilee.
The area’s culturally enriched tapestry is a distinction that beckons visitors to return to
the city year after year. Check Charlotte’s Calendar of Events to learn more about the
great cultural happenings taking place in the Queen City.
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Explore the Neighborhoods
Beyond the skyline of the nation’s second-leading financial center, lie Charlotte’s
historical and visually stunning neighborhoods. Stroll through Charlotte’s most diverse
streetcar-era neighborhoods, where buildings range from vintage factories to grand
Southern estates. Take in turn-of-the-century architecture and traditional idyllic
thoroughfares with boutiques and restaurants scattered along tree-lined streets.
Main Areas of Charlotte
One of Charlotte’s streetcar-era suburbs, the captivating neighborhood of Dilworth is, as
Southern Living puts it, “the picture of vitality.” Bungalow-style homes, oak-shaded
sidewalks, and a traditional neighborhood feel characterize this popular area. Up and
down Dilworth’s main thoroughfare, East Boulevard, visitors can stumble on hip eateries,
trendy boutiques, corner cafes and more.
Myers Park, an area with old Southern estates and streets lined with towering oaks, is
known by Charlotteans as one of the city’s most prestigious addresses. Nestled amongst
the winding, shady streets is the not-to-be-missed Mint Museum of Art. And tucked
between a stretch of breathtaking residences is The Duke
Mansion, the former home of Duke University founder James
Buchanan Duke, which is now a bed and breakfast.
Dilworth’s neighbor, South End, is just a trolley stop away from
Center City and pairs an assorted mix of restaurants, antique
shops, and retail with a relaxed atmosphere. Fine local and
regional performing and visual artists host a bevy of live music,
monthly gallery crawl events, and festivals like the “Art and Soul
of South End.”
NoDa, SoHo’s little sister, is Charlotte’s historic “arts district”
located on North Davidson, just north of Center City. After the closing of the area’s last
mill, NoDa began a renaissance of sorts in the 1980s that drew young artists into the area
who had a vision of developing a new art community for Charlotte residents. Today,
NoDa is home to a funky collection of galleries, performance venues and dining hotspots.
Also, be sure to check out the South Park, Plaza-Midwood, Ballantyne, and University
neighborhoods.
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Online Resources
Local Area Resources
http://www.charlotte.com/
http://www.charmeck.org
Chamber of Commerce
http://www.charlottechamber.com/
Charlotte-Mecklenburg County Schools
http://www.cms.k12.nc.us/
Local Sports Teams
Baseball: Charlotte Knights
http://www.charlotteknights.com/
Basketball: Charlotte Bobcats
http://www.nba.com/bobcats/bobcats_intro.html
Football: Carolina Panthers
http://www.panthers.com/home/
Hockey: Charlotte Checkers
http://www.gocheckers.com/
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Charlotte Tower Directory
The following list provides the most commonly used phone numbers within the Charlotte
Tower facility:
>> Facility Main Number
>> Facility Night & Weekend (TRACON)
>> Manager’s Office
>> Support Manager’s Office
>> Facility Fax
(704) 359-1000
(704) 359-1020
(704) 359-1001
(704) 359-1010
(704) 359-1008
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