What does ANN mean in TRANSPORTATION

The Program Director for Navigation and Landing oversees all navigation and landing operations associated with commercial aircraft to ensure they are compliant with local, state, and federal regulations.

Some of the duties of this role include managing navigational systems, reviewing flight plans, coordinating aircraft schedules, coordinating maintenance crew activities, providing direction to pilots in times of emergency, monitoring weather conditions at airports, and performing other tasks related to navigation and landing operations.

Depending on the organization structure of the company or organization employing them, the Program Director may report directly to management or indirectly through another department or officer within their organization.

To become a Program Director for Navigation and Landing requires extensive experience in this field as well as relevant certification from an accredited institution. Generally speaking these positions require at least 5 years of experience in air navigation management as well as specialized knowledge in regulatory requirements governing aviation safety standards.

Qualifications typically include a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering/Aviation Management/Air Traffic Control or related fields; five years' experience in aviation/aircraft navigation; knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Regulations; demonstrated knowledge of international rules regarding air navigation; advanced-level computer skills; excellent problem solving abilities; strong organizational skills; strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively under pressure; ability to make quick decisions based on current information; understanding of aeronautical charts & maps along with ability read & interpret standard & nonstandard flight plans.