ATC expert in operations, training, instructor resourcing and project management

Richard Smith is an ATC resourcing company founder, managing director, and aviation consultancy leader with over 50 years of experience in Air Traffic Control operations, management, training, and specialist advisory work. He has firsthand operational knowledge as a controller and manager in some of the world’s most complex and high-volume airspace environments, with expertise spanning ATC management, ATCO training across all specialties, specialist course delivery, airspace design, real-time simulation, airspace capacity enhancement, and airport throughput optimization.

As Founder of an ATC Instructor Resourcing Company, Richard supports ATC training schools by placing experienced international instructors into short and long-term courses across all ATC disciplines. 

Richard brings extensive experience in project management, job evaluation projects, aviation event planning, and union management. A people-focused manager, he deeply understands the needs of both operators and customers, combining operational credibility with practical leadership, stakeholder management, and a strong commitment to safe, efficient, and effective aviation outcomes.

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