Originally Posted by
Brian 48nav
Excuse a long retired Old Fart having the temerity to voice his opinion. I did both Area at LATCC and Aerodrome/Approach in my time.
I did the 3 year ATCO Cadet course where we trained and achieved C of C in all ratings.
During the third year, the course manager asked me what my preference was for final posting; I said a JATCRU preferably Lindholme and instead was offered either Heathrow as first choice or Farnborough as second choice so I plumped for Farnborough where I was still able to to Area Radar as well as approach radar and tower.