You are here:
- Home
- Science
- Aerospace/Aviation
- Aerospace/Aviation
- Christopher McKenna
Aerospace/Aviation/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer questions about general air traffic control, specific questions about Chicago Center ATC, legal questions regarding FARs(although they may take some time to research).
Experience in the area
I have been an air traffic controller since 1984, at Albany, NY tower, NY Center, and Chicago Center. I have been an attorney since 1992.
Organizations
National Air Traffic Controllers Association(NATCA)
Education/Credentials
BS, Philosophy, SUNY. JD, Northern Illinois Univ. Various FAA training courses pertaining to air traffic control.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jen | 11/17/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks! |
| JoAnn | 06/29/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks. That answer sounds logical. It's what ..... |
| Kyle | 09/09/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Rod | 02/16/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Not a problem. I was just wondering!! ..... |
| Rod | 02/15/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Mr. Cchristopher McKenna got right back to ..... |
Recent Answers from Christopher McKenna
2009-11-12 Air Traffic Control Degree:
Actually, the particular degree is not so important, depending on a few things. If you have experience in Air Traffic, then any degree is sufficient. If you have no experience, then the FAA will want some
2009-06-28 flight pattern:
Generally speaking, not over the polar region. Usually over newfoundland, greenland, Iceland, Ireland, then England. Over a long distance, planes usually fly a great circle route. This type of route consists
2009-01-13 air traffic control:
> 1. What are the job responsibilities for someone who works in the tower, center, or flight service, and to disseminate perinent weather information to pilots. Basically, to prevent collisions between
2008-11-12 AIR TRAVEL RELATIVE TO THE EARTH'S ROTATION:
For the same reason you land in the same place when you jump straight up. The aircraft, while leaving the surface of the earth, is still part of a closed system. the aircraft is still basically attached
2008-09-08 Interview questions:
1. The FAA requires a college education, or a significant amount of experience, for example, being a military controller. 2. Not really rankings. Controllers at the busiest facilities do get paid more
Answers by Expert:
©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company. All rights reserved.