An Airfield Operations Specialist is responsible for ensuring that airfields and runways are safe and operational for aircraft to land and take off. Their geoscience-related duties include:
Monitoring weather conditions using meteorological instruments to measure wind speed, visibility, precipitation, and other factors that could affect flight operations.
Communicating with pilots and air traffic controllers about weather conditions, runway status, and other relevant information.
Coordinating emergency response procedures for incidents such as aircraft accidents or medical emergencies.
Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and safety standards.
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