Visit to LPL or Manchester ATC?

[Phoenix_X]

I'm a driver for easyJet and I was wondering if it is at all possible to visit the ATC units at either Liverpool airport or the Manchester area controllers. The thing is, I don't know wether this would be appreciated, nor do I really know who to contact. I supposed calling the tower on a busy afternoon with this request wouldn't be appreciated that much :). But seriously, would ATCers out there appreciate a visit from one or two drivers?

[10W]

Phoenix,

Not my airspace but I'm sure the guys at Manchester would be more than happy to see you. If no Manchester PPRuNers get in touch, let me know and I'll pass you contact details for arranging your visit.

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10 West
UK ATC'er
[email protected]

[Gary Gray]

It would be great to see more alluminium tube drivers at ATC units. You are always very welcome.

[Phoenix_X]

I'm glad to see that I (we) are welcome at the ATC units. Where do you work, Gary Gray? If someone has the contact details for the Manchester ATC unit, I'd be much obliged. Also, can I just phone up Liverpool ATC, or is there a specific contact adress I should contact?

Thanks for all your help, I'd really like to see your side of things.

[10W]

Phoenix_X

This list appeared in Chirp a while back:

The following contact Telephone Numbers may be used to obtain details regarding Flight Crew Familiarisation Visits. These numbers are for Flight Crew use ONLY.

LATCC 01895 426176
Jo Clare

SCATCC 01292 692699
Colin McIntyre - (Sim Sup Mgr)

MAN 0161 499 5314
John Evans

LGW 01293 575271
Note: Visits strictly limited to those who genuinely use Gatwick Tower ATC service

STN 01279 669387
Watch Manager

BHX 0121 780 0901
Liz Barlow

LTN 01582 395455
Watch Manager

EDI 0131 339 1888
Colin Hicks - Trg & Ops Mgr

GLA 0141 840 8029
Duty Watch Manager

ABZ 01224 723714

BHD 01849 422955

CWL 01446 712575


Good luck !!

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10 West
UK ATC'er
[email protected]

[No speed Restriction]

phoenix,

Don't go through John Evans at EGCC, he would be "too busy"
We would be more than happy to organize a trip for you to EGCC and I can even sort GP too..........
It would be nice to see EZY crews at manch especially having read with some interest some of your crews thoughts on our methods...come and see and you'll realize why you don't always get what you want...... and you'll also see that you are not "second fiddle" to EGCC inbounds ..in fact quite the opposite hehe......post your email addy here and I'll be in touch ......NsP...

[Phoenix_X]

NSR, please email to [email protected]! Tbanks very much for the offer! :)