Minneapolis Air Route Traffic Control Center Field Trip

Minneapolis Air Route Traffic Control Center Field Trip

Date: November 12, 2024 Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location: Minneapolis Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZMP ARTCC)

Event Overview

Step into the fascinating world of air traffic control at one of the nation's 22 Air Route Traffic Control Centers! This exclusive tour offers Academy College students a unique opportunity to witness firsthand how aviation professionals manage the complex choreography of aircraft across the Upper Midwest's skies.

What You'll Experience

• See real-time air traffic management in action
• Learn about the advanced technology used to track and guide aircraft
• Meet professional air traffic controllers
• Understand the critical role of the Minneapolis Center in the National Airspace System

Important Details

• Registration Deadline: November 7, 2024
• Required Documentation: Tour Request Form must be submitted to StudentServices@academycollege
• Transportation: Meet at Academy College main entrance at 8:30 AM
• Security: Valid government-issued photo ID required

  About Minneapolis Center (ZMP)

  The Minneapolis Center manages air traffic across portions of Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, and Wisconsin. Operating 24/7, this facility is crucial to the safety and efficiency of flights traversing the central United States. The center's controllers handle thousands of flights daily, coordinating complex traffic patterns and ensuring safe separation between aircraft.

  Registration Process

  1. Download the Tour Request Form
  2. Complete all required fields
  3. Submit to StudentServices@academycollege.edu by November 7