Longview ATCT
TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome Letter 3 What is the history of East Texas Regional Airport? 4 What about Longview ATCT? 4 Longview Organizational Chart 5 Policies 6 Local Area Information 7 East Texas Regional Airport Diagram 12 2
Welcome Letter Dear New Employee, Welcome to Longview ATCT! Here you will have an opportunity to work with an outstanding team of professionals that help make us a great place to work and develop your skills. Your knowledge, abilities and positive attitude made you a highly regarded addition to our team, and I am certain that you will make a positive impact on our future. All of us want to make your tenure at this facility as enjoyable and rewarding as possible. Please feel free to ask any questions and express your thoughts and ideas to the staff and senior leadership. Our aim is to create an informal atmosphere and involve everyone in the process of making our facility an exceptional place to work. I look forward to working with you, and would like to welcome you again to our team! Sincerely, Gene Mann Longview ATCT Air Traffic Manager 3
What is the history of East Texas Regional Airport? A group of Gregg County citizens led a drive beginning in 1935 to construct an airport in Gregg County. The airport and terminal building were officially opened on July 14, 1947. The next several decades brought about significant changes to the airport, the most notable being the completion of the 10,000-foot runway in 1970. East Texas Regional Airport holds the distinction of being the first civilian airport in the state and the southwest to have a 10,000-foot runway. East Texas Regional Airport was the first in the state to have dual certified aircraft rescue fire fighters and certified police officers. A new Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Station was completed in 1976. The terminal building was remodeled and updated in 1987. Originally, the airport was named the Gregg County Airport. The name was changed to East Texas Regional Airport in 2002. What about Longview ATCT? When Gregg County Airport first opened in 1947, the air traffic control tower was located on top of the terminal building and was operated by Gregg County. In August of 1950, the CAA assumed responsibilities for the control tower and has been a federal facility ever since. In 1976, ground breaking for the current six story air traffic control tower began on the south side of the airport. On June 22, 1977, the new tower began operations with radar services beginning September 8, 1977. From 1977 until 1995, Longview ATCT was a TRACAB facility servicing Longview and approximately a 20 mile radius around Longview. In 1995, the TRACON was built as part of a tower modernization project and the radar site was changed from the Gregg County Airport to a location halfway between Longview and Tyler Pounds Field. Longview ATCT started providing radar approach control to Tyler in 1996. With additional airspace expansion, Longview ATCT now provides approach control services for the majority of East Texas area between Dallas/Fort Worth and Shreveport, LA. 4
Longview ATCT Organizational Chart Longview ATCT is part of the Metroplex District in the Central Terminal Service Area.. Other facilities in the Metroplex District are Dallas/Ft. Worth ATCT, Dallas Love ATCT, Addison (Dallas) ATCT, Ft. Worth Meacham ATCT, Alliance (Ft. Worth) ATCT, Waco ATCT, Monroe ATCT(LA), and Shreveport (LA) ATCT. The following organizational chart depicts the structure of the Longview ATCT Administrative Team. Gene Mann Air Traffic Manager 903-643-4016 Robin Reel Office Administrator 903-643-4015 Scott McCuan Frontline Manager 903-643-4024 John Heath Frontline Manager 903-643-4018 David Skidmore Support Specialist 903-643-4023 So how do you find the air traffic control tower? If you come in on Interstate 20, take the Estes Parkway exit and follow airport signs. Take a right (South) on Highway 322; go past the terminal building to first intersection (stop sign/red light). Turn left (East) on FM 2011. Turn on the first road to the left (about 1/8 mile - Frank Lucy Road). Turn left at first intersecting road and you re on your way to the tower. The gate will be closed/locked and you ll have to call to let us know you re here!! Be sure to call if you get lost. 5
Reporting for Duty Prior to ending training at the Academy in Oklahoma City, OK contact the Facility at 903-643-4015 during Administrative Hours, (0800-1630) to discuss the reporting date and time for the first day. Hours of Duty The first three to four weeks you will be assigned classroom training. Training normally begins in the Tower Cab. You will work an administrative workday with weekends and holidays off. Upon completion of your initial classroom training you will be placed on an operational schedule. These shifts will vary and your regular days off will be permanent days off. Parking Parking is permitted in the gated facility parking lot at the base of the tower. An access card is required for entry and will be issued by the facility. Security All employees are required to wear their FAA ID badge while on facility premises. The badge must be clearly worn and displayed in accordance with regulations. Employees are expected to report any unidentified, unknown, or suspicious persons observed on Longview ATCT premises. Building Access An access card is needed for all facility exterior doors and will be the same card issued for entry to the parking lot. Guests and Visitors Employees may have family members and guests visit the facility after obtaining approval from management. The approval process and log in procedures are located in our local directives and will be part of your initial training. Cell Phones/Pagers Cell phones/pagers shall be set in the off position in operation areas due to possible interference with NAS communications equipment. Expectations of All Employees All employees are expected to come to work on time, be mentally and physically prepared, be cooperative and professional, treat people with respect and dignity, do not tolerate or engage in any form of harassment or discrimination, actively participate in training, be open to feedback, be an effective team member, and go home and relax when the day is done 6
About Longview Longview is the central city of the Longview-Marshall Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is located on the U.S. Interstate 20 and U.S. Highway 80 corridor that stretches 275 miles through a chain of metropolitan statistical areas from Shreveport-Bossier City, Louisiana, through Dallas-Fort Worth. Dallas lies 125 miles west of Longview, and Shreveport is 60 miles east. Longview is the visitors center for the rolling hills, lakes, and pine forests of East Texas. The tranquility and recreational opportunities of East Texas attract weekenders and vacationers from throughout the nation. Longview as a Place to Live Longview is the county seat of Gregg County and is the largest city in the Gregg and Harrison Metropolitan Statistical Area. There are 27 hotels and motels in the area with over 1900 rooms. There are 13 banks in the area and three savings and loans. The community has a convention center, a modern public library, the LeTourneau University Library, the Gregg County Historical Museum, Longview Museum of Fine Arts, R.G. LeTourneau Museum, 25 movie screens, a rodeo arena, fair grounds, pavilions, and an exhibit building. Longview is the regional shopping center for all East Texas. The diversity of shops and goods available in our community draws shoppers from throughout the Ark-La-Tex. On the north side of town, the Longview Mall with more than 80 merchants and restaurants offers convenience 7
under one roof. Traditional, yet progressive, downtown Longview offers boutiques, art galleries, fine furniture, and professional service businesses. Longview has two major regional medical centers: Good Shepherd Medical Center and Longview Regional Medical Center with almost 500 beds between them. Minor emergencies may be treated at either hospital or at one of several private health care clinics located throughout the city. There are more than 100 places of worship, encompassing most congregations. Many churches offer day care and school opportunities in addition to their worship programs. Along with its strong beliefs, Longview is a community dedicated to working and playing together, and helping others. Many organizations exist from volunteer service to neighborhood associations to clubs. For women, opportunities range from professional organizations to family and special interest clubs to sport teams. Men's organizations range from service-oriented international clubs to just-for-fun sporting groups. And, there are Boy Scouts, CampFire, Girl Scouts, Boys and Girls Clubs of America, 4-H, sports teams, and junior civic organizations for children. School Systems Longview has five excellent public school systems and many parochial and private schools. Additionally, seven colleges are within 40 miles of our community. You will find the following public school systems in the Longview area: Longview Independent School District Pine Tree Independent School District Spring Hill Independent School District Hallsville Independent School District White Oak Independent School District Parochial schools in our area are religious-based and funded primarily by tuition and personal gifts. These schools include Longview Christian Academy, Longview Christian School, St. Mary's School, Trinity School of Texas, East Texas Christian School and Christian Heritage School. Colleges and universities serve a wide variety of needs in our community and make a big contribution to the good life in Longview. Kilgore College, a state funded, two year college is located in nearby Kilgore and operates a branch campus in Longview. 8
Kilgore is home to the world-famous Rangerettes and offers excellent computer, art, drama, and technical degree programs. LeTourneau University, a four-year nondenominational university, is considered one of the finest schools in the United States. Their aviation and engineering programs are ranked among the highest in both Texas and the nation. LeTourneau attracts nearly 2,000 students to this school in the piney woods because of its religious value-based, world class education. Longview University Center is a component of The University of Texas at Tyler. Courses offered at the Center are being delivered by a faculty member physically present in the classroom, via interactive television, over the Internet, or a combination of these formats. The degree programs that are being offered at the Center are designed to meet the educational needs of the greatest number of current and prospective students, based on enrollment data, information from area community colleges, and a survey of East Texas residents. Located nearby are Jarvis Christian College in Hawkins and Texas State Technical College, Wiley College and East Texas Baptist University in Marshall Things to See and Do Around Longview Longview has a fascinating history spanning the early years when cotton was king in East Texas through the oil boom days to the present. Located in the heart of Longview's One Hundred Acres of Heritage, the Gregg County Historical Museum and the Longview Museum of Fine Art are favorite places of visitors and residents alike. The Longview Convention and Visitors Bureau publish a variety of brochures on tourism venues. The Longview community is blessed with a variety of performing arts organizations. Arts View Children's Theatre East Texas Symphonic Band The Longview Ballet Theater The Longview Community Theater Opera Longview The Longview Symphony Orchestra 9
Longview serves as the hub for visitors to the East Texas area. AlleyFest, begun in 1979 with 39 artists now includes over 100 artisans, 40 hours of live music on two stages, a large children's festival, a 3 on 3 street basketball tournament, sand volleyball tournament, a certified 10k runners course with 5k and 1 mile routs PLUS outrageously good food. The Freeze Your Fanny Bike Ride occurs each February. The bike rides goals are to enrich the lives of all individuals and to provide an environment of acceptance; to encourage involvement in Special Olympics throughout the community; to promote and encourage the willingness to overcome limitations and boundaries; and to provide an environment of equality, respect and acceptance. The Great Texas Balloon Race, also begun in 1979 is the first and largest such event in the state. This competitive event attracts world class hot-air balloon pilots from around the world who compete for points toward National and International titles. A three-day event in mid-july holds 5 races, two night time balloon glows and is a fun festival with full carnival, air-shows, food and commercial venders, live music Fri. & Sat. night. Light Up Longview celebrates the holiday season with one of the most dramatic lighting displays in East Texas. The Gregg County Courthouse and grounds as well as many block in Downtown Longview come alive with and thrill Longview residents and visitors alike. The S.E. Belcher Jr. Chapel and Performance Center brings in a lineup that includes big names in music, dance and musical theatre as well as local groups. Longview's rodeo arena is the stage for a variety of exciting rodeo action including the Longview Rodeo in the springtime, the Juneteenth Rodeo, 10
and the PBR Barrels and Bulls each August. Each January, the Annual Boat, RV and Camping Expo, started in 1982, is the largest boat and travel Expo east of I-35. More than 150 boats, 100 RV/travel trailers, and 50 ATVs and motorcycles from East Texas are on exhibit during the three day event. In addition to the Expo, there are interactive activities such as a dog/retriever tank and the KidsFish Tank, special exhibits and live entertainment with special guests. The East Texas Boat, RV, and Camping Expo provides the perfect venue for families from across Texas to have a one-stop shopping experience for their outdoor recreational needs. The Longview Kennel Club holds their annual AKC Licensed All Breed Dog Shows in each year at the Maude Cobb Activity Center. Longview has four golf courses. Longview's Parks and Recreation Department offers year-round organized youth and adult activities from softball to swimming and tennis. Some of the sports associations include: Deep East Texas Baseball Association, Longview Girls Softball Association, East Texas Boxing, Longview Swim Club, East Texas Little League Football, Longview Tennis Association, Fall Baseball of Texas, PARD Youth Basketball, Greater Longview Soccer Association, Spring Hill Dixie Baseball, Longview Boys Baseball Association, and the In-Line Hockey League. There are dozens of state parks for camping, hiking, and picnicking. Several nationally known fishing lakes in the area include Lake O' The Pines, Lake Fork, Toledo Bend, Martin Creek, Monticello, and Caddo. No matter where you live in the area, you are never more than 30 minutes from a major recreational lake. In fact, 33 public lakes offer fishing, boating, skiing, sailing, and swimming, almost year round. East Texas is a favorite haven for hunters and woodsmen. Seasons include deer, quail, squirrel, dove, and duck. 11
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