Advice On Best Way In ?
I've always wanted to be an ATC. Got diverted into other fields, but now back in aviation as a despatcher.
I am very interested on the inside info on how to get into ATC but am worried my age will be against me. I am 31.
I read somewhere that joining NATS is one way, the second is to join a non-NATS airport as an Air Traffic Services Assistant, with a view to being sponsored to become an ATC officer. Financing it myself is out of the question right now.
How strict is the age restriction on NATS ?
Are there non-NATS airports outside of uk? Anyone know which ones?
Very grateful for help or advice. Thanks.