April 2016 ` Ft. Lauderdale Airport Traffic Control Tower
FLL ATCT TABLE OF CONTENTS Ft. Lauderdale ATC Tower Welcome Letter Ft. Lauderdale ATC Tower Past and Present Ft. Lauderdale ATC Tower Organizational Chart Ft. Lauderdale ATC Tower Leadership Team Management Responsibilities FAA Mission, Vision and Values Ft. Lauderdale ATC Leadership Team, Continued Ft. Lauderdale ATC Tower Telephone Directory Ft. Lauderdale ATC Tower Expectations of All Employees Ft. Lauderdale ATC Tower Facility Policies and General Information FLL Area Map, Airport Ariel View, FLL Airport Diagram About Ft. Lauderdale, Florida /Local Area Information Photos END 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 9 10 11 12-13 14-16 17-19 2
FLL ATCT Welcome Letter Welcome to the Ft. Lauderdale Air Traffic Control Tower Team! The FAA Air Traffic Organization provides the opportunity for employees to continually learn, develop, and expand their horizons. Air Traffic Control is an ever growing, ever changing field that is a vital component of the National Airspace System and global aviation. Our growth is as limitless as our imagination. Ft. Lauderdale Tower is proud to provide high quality service in the safest aviation system in the world. We seek to continually provide our customers with excellent service and encourage feedback on how we can improve. We support the growth and development of our personnel, from the training of new employees through career development for seasoned personnel. We are fully engaged in developing the next generation of air traffic control. As one of the Core 30 Airports, FLL is an integral part of the National Airspace System (NAS). We provide safe and efficient service to help keep our customers moving through the nation s airspace system. Welcome to FLL ATCT! TJ DelNegri Theodore DelNegri, Acting Air Traffic Manager Office: (954) 921-9200 Email: theodore.delnegri@faa.gov 3
Ft. Lauderdale Past and Present The Ft. Lauderdale International (FLL) Airport Traffic Control Tower was built in 1983 and has been refurbished numerous times to remain up to date. The FLL ATC Tower is located on the west side of the airport, standing 177 feet tall. We have a great view of the city of Ft. Lauderdale, the Atlantic Ocean, downtown Ft. Lauderdale Hollywood and Miami. The facility equipment includes state of the art ASDE-X, STARS display and TDWR weather radar. FLL ATC Tower is a 24/7 air traffic control facility with total tower operations of 271,408 in 2013 and is classified as an ATC-8. FLL ATCT is one of the nation s top 30 Core Airports and is a key component of the National Airspace System. The growth and demographics of the Ft. Lauderdale area heavily rely on the FLL airport and it is a major asset in the Broward County economy. In April/2012 Runway 9R/27L closed as part of the airports south runway expansion project. The new runway expansion project should be completed sometime in September 2014. Numerous taxiway closures are associated with the construction which is being conducted in several phases. On May 2, 2013, FLL had a Magnetic Variation (MAGVAR) change and Runway 9L/27R changed to Runway 10L/28R. On May 6, 2013, Runway 13/31 was permanently decommissioned as part of the expansion project. The culmination of the south runway expansion project will be in September/2014 with the opening of an 8,000 ft. south parallel Runway 10R/28L. The new look FLL Airport will have a taxiway structure and aircraft holding area that support the current configuration of two parallel Air Carrier type runways, and will lead the airport today and beyond. As of March 2016, our Operational Staffing at Ft. Lauderdale ATC Tower has 24 Certified Professional Controllers, (CPC s), 2 Developmental s (DEV), 2 Certified Professional Controller In-Training (CPC-IT s), and 4 Front Line Managers. 4
Ft. Lauderdale Air Traffic Control Tower Organizational Chart The following organizational chart depicts the structure of the Ft. Lauderdale ATCT Management Team. Air Traffic Manager Theodore DelNegri Administrative Assistant Coral Nocie Support Specialist Enrique Rivera Training Specialist Linda Lombardi-Rolen FLM s Sid Cooley, Kelvin Courtney, Robert Sickles, Rafael Vega Certified Professional Controllers CPC-IT Controllers Developmental Controllers 5
Ft. Lauderdale Leadership Team Theodore (TJ) DelNegri, Acting Air Traffic Manager TJ was born in Ireland Army Hospital at Fort Knox Kentucky and was raised in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. He attended Flagler College in St. Augustine, FL and then joined the FAA in 1991. He worked as a controller at St. Lucie County ATCT (FPR), Pompano ATCT (PMP), Ft. Lauderdale Executive ATCT (FXE) and Miami International Tower/TRACON (MIA). TJ joined the Management Team at FLL as a Front Line Manager in 2006. He then served FLL as the Operations Manager from 2009 through 2013. In 2013, TJ went to FXE as the Air Traffic Manager and returned to FLL as the ATM in May 2014. 6
Management Responsibilities Create an environment that supports and encourages the contributions of all employees and is free of inappropriate and unlawful behavior. Communicate openly and honestly your expectations for behavior in the workplace and accept nothing less. Treat all employees with dignity and respect. Create and maintain a positive and supportive work environment that promotes participation by all employees in work activities for the benefit of the individual and the organization. Assign work equitably so employees have the opportunity to grow professionally. Seek to assign work so that diverse views are represented in decision making. Communicate promotional and developmental opportunities to employees in a timely manner. Identify, eliminate, and prevent discrimination and harassment. Discipline those who create, foster, condone, or tolerate an intimidating, hostile, offensive, or abusive work environment. Serve as a role model for the behavior that fosters a productive and hospitable work environment. Identify and eliminate conditions and non-merit factors that contribute to underrepresentation at all organizational levels. FAA Mission, Vision and Values FAA Mission To provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world. FAA Vision To improve continuously the safest and efficiency of aviation, while being responsive to our customers and accountable to the public. FAA Values Safety is Our Passion We re the world leaders in aerospace safety Quality is our Trademark We serve out country, or customers and each other Integrity is our Character We do the right thing, even when no one is looking People are Our Strength We treat people as we want to be treated. 7
Ft. Lauderdale ATC Tower Leadership Team Front Line Managers, FLL ATC Tower Sid Cooley Kelvin Courtney Robert Sickles Rafael Vega Administrative Team Enrique Rivera, Support Specialist Mr. Rivera came to FLL by way of FXE ATCT. He worked at FXE as a CPC and then as an FLM for 10 years before coming to FLL as an FLM for 2 years. Linda Lombardi-Rolen, Training Specialist Linda came to FLL Tower from PBI ATCT in 1998. She began her FAA career in 1991. She will provide you with assistance with Training matters and assist you with the handling of the FAA Medicals for ATC personnel Coral Nocie, Administrative Assistant Coral came to FLL ATCT in 1991. She began her FAA career at Miami ATC Tower in July 1990. She came to FLL ATCT in 1991 and worked at Miami ARTCC from 1998 to 2000. She returned to FLL ATCT in 2000 and has been providing support for the Air Traffic Manager and FLL ever since. She will assist you with a variety of administrative, payroll, and personnel matters. Please stop by and visit her if you need any information or assistance. 8
Ft. Lauderdale ATC Tower Telephone Directory Position / Location Name / Area Phone Number / Extension Administrative Office Front Office 954-921-9200 Main Number Acting Air Traffic Theodore DelNegri 954-921-9200 Manager Support Specialist Enrique Rivera 954-921-9203 Training Specialist Linda Lombardi 954-921-9204 Secretary/Admin Coral Nocie 954-921-9206 Front Line Managers Office: Sid Cooley, Jr. Robert Sickles 954-921-9205 Kelvin Courtney Rafael Vega 954-921-9202 Tower Cab 954-921-9230 Tower Cab TMC 954-921-9231 Elevator Area / Link 954-921-9211 Patio Area 954-921-9212 Lunch Break-room 954-921-9209 Room 103 954-921-9222 9
Ft. Lauderdale ATC Tower Expectations of All Employees Treat each other with dignity and respect. Share the responsibility for ensuring a productive and hospitable workplace. Work together harmoniously and effectively. Respect each other s contributions. Identify career goals and aspirations. Seek the knowledge, skills abilities, and experiences required to stay productive in current position and continue progress on career path. Participate fully in training and developmental activities by applying what was learned to the workplace. Do not tolerate those who create, foster, or condone an intimidating, hostile, offensive, or abusive work environment. Discover how others wish to be treated and afford them that courtesy. Seek productive and efficient solutions to everyday problems that do not compromise the integrity of coworkers. Help and support coworkers so team members share in success. Be responsible for your own actions. Assume ownership of organization. 10
HOURS OF OPERATION 24 /7 Operation Facility Administrative Hours: Saturday & Sunday closed Facility General Information Monday through Friday 07:00 am to 3:30 pm.- Guests and Visitors Guests and visitors to the facility must have prior approval for visiting the facility. You must be a U.S. Citizen. You will be required to show a photo ID card for entry, sign FAA Form 1600-8, DOT/FAA Visitor Register, and will be issued a temporary visitor badge. Any foreign/national visitors must have prior approval before their scheduled visit. All guests and visitors must be escorted at all times while in the facility. Employees must wear their FAA ID Badge and be visible at all times when on duty at FLL ATCT. CELL PHONES Cell phones must be in the off position while visiting FLL and not permitted in the Tower Cab. SMOKING The designated smoking area is located in the screened-in patio area in the base building on the first floor next to the elevator to tower cab. PARKING and SECURITY Parking is provided in the secured fenced lot on the premises at FLL ATC Tower. To gain access into facility- there is a call box on the south side of the Tower. 11
FLL Area Map 12
Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Airport View 13
About Fort Lauderdale, Florida Incorporated on March 27, 1911, the City of Fort Lauderdale is situated on the southeast coast of Florida, centrally located between Miami and Palm Beach. Encompassing more than 33 square miles with a population of nearly 180,000, Fort Lauderdale is the largest of Broward County's 30 municipalities and the seventh largest city in Florida. Embraced by the Atlantic Ocean, New River and a myriad of scenic inland waterways, Fort Lauderdale truly lives up to its designation as the "Venice of America." The City of Fort Lauderdale is named for a Second Seminole War fortification built on the banks of New River in 1838. In that year, Major William Lauderdale led a detachment of Tennessee Volunteers south along the east coast of Florida to capture Seminole agricultural lands and battle the elusive Indian warriors. Altogether, three forts named after Major Lauderdale would be constructed: the first at the fork of New River; the second at Tarpon Bend; and the largest on the beach at the site of Bahia Mar. None of the forts survives today. There is more historical information at http://www.oldfortlauderdale.org/. An advantageous economic climate is helping the City of Fort Lauderdale establish itself as a world-class international business center and one of the most desirable locations for new, expanding or relocating businesses. Once known strictly as a tourism-based economy, Fort Lauderdale now supports a diverse range of industries, including marine, manufacturing, finance, insurance, real estate, high technology, avionics/aerospace, film and television production. Fort Lauderdale also offers an outstanding quality of life, highlighted by a semitropical climate, rich natural beauty and array of cultural, entertainment and educational amenities. Blessed with over 3,000 hours of sunshine each year and pleasant year-round ocean breezes, world-famous Fort Lauderdale Beach offers premier opportunities for recreation, relaxation and enjoyment. The picturesque Riverwalk serves as the cornerstone of the City's arts, science, cultural and historic district which features the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Museum of Discovery and Science, Museum of Art and Old Fort Lauderdale Village and Museum. Las Olas Boulevard has gained international acclaim as Fort Lauderdale's 14
About Fort Lauderdale, Florida, continued centerpiece of fashion, fine dining and entertainment. In addition, the City's downtown area is home to Broward Community College, Florida Atlantic University, Florida International University, the award-winning Broward County Main Library, federal, county and school district offices. Through the cooperative efforts of residents, businesses and local government, Fort Lauderdale has evolved into a City that offers the best of both worlds - an attractive business environment and an outstanding quality of life. Fort Lauderdale is a great place to live, work and raise a family, and the City looks forward to continuing to build upon its success to meet the challenges of the 21st Century and beyond. Location Fort Lauderdale is located in the east-central portion of Broward County, Florida approximately 23 miles north of Miami and 42 miles south of Palm Beach. The City shares boundaries with nine other municipalities, as well as unincorporated areas of the County. Encompassing more than 33 square miles, Fort Lauderdale is the seventh largest city in Florida and the largest of Broward County s 30 municipalities. Useful Links Here are some other links to sites with useful information: Broward County Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention and Visitors Bureau Broward County Public School District Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce South Florida Sun-Sentinel Newspaper Community and Events 15
Neighborhoods Relocation Information Many real estate agents will provide free relocation information, as well as information on housing and neighborhoods. Try searching on a site such as Yahoo! or Google for "relocating to Fort Lauderdale" or Real Estate for Sale / Lease in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. You can also find many sites with information on rentals and home prices. For additional Information, please visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/fort_lauderdale,_florida Local Area Information and Online Resources, continued Hotels http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&um=1&ie= UTF- 8&q=hotels+ft.+lauderdale+fl&fb=1&split=1&gl=u s&view=text&ei=2_rdsblxncw2b7do2z4o&sa= X&oi=local_group&resnum=1&ct=moreresults&cd=1 Real Estate http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q& view=text&hl=en&gl=us&q=realtors+in+ft.+lauder dale+fl Chamber of Commerce http://www.ftlchamber.com/ City of Ft. Lauderdale http://ci.ftlaud.fl.us/ Broward County Aviation Department http://www.broward.org/airport/ Schools http://www.browardschools.com/ http://www.dadeschools.net/ 16
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