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Challenges of military Air Traffic Controlling

In this episode of the Wingwoman Podcast, Wing Commander Julie Rosy (Retd) sits down with Squadron Leader Shradha Sinha(Retd), an experienced Air Traffic Controller who served 11 years in the Indian Air Force. She shares a fascinating inside view of military air traffic control — from her rigorous training at ATCOTE and her first posting, to real-life challenges such as near-miss cases, bird incidents, and night operations. Shradha also talks about the role of women in ATC, the precision of GCA radar controlling, and her reflections from the radio telephony room on her last day in uniform. This conversation offers a rare glimpse into the discipline, coordination, and courage that keep India’s skies safe. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:15 About Air Traffic Control (ATC) and responsibilities 06:38 CAT A 08:22 First Posting Experience 11:11 Role of Women in ATC and IAF 14:55 Experiences as an Air Traffic Controller 35:59 How Military ATC Differs from Civil ATC 42:28 Near-Miss Cases in ATC Operations 51:03 Bird Incidents in Military Flying 55:00 Day vs Night Air Traffic Controlling 1:00:00 Airfield Maintenance and Operational Challenges 1:08:00 Message to Aspirants