- Pushing Tin (1999)
- Air Traffic Controllers: The Unsung Heroes (2006)
- Air Traffic Control: The Inside Story (2011)
- The Plane That Flew Too High (2013)
- Air Traffic Control: The Human Factor (2008)
- Sky Cops (2015)
- Air Traffic Control: The Ultimate Challenge (2010)
- The Controllers (2007)
- Air Traffic Control: Behind the Scenes (2014)
- Air Traffic Control: The Next Generation (2018)
Air traffic control is a high-pressure job that requires precision, quick thinking, and an unyielding focus on safety. These documentaries delve into the lives of air traffic controllers, showcasing the intense environment they work in, the critical decisions they make, and the technology that supports their efforts. This collection not only highlights the importance of their role in aviation but also provides a thrilling insight into a world where every second counts.

Pushing Tin (1999)
Description: Although not a documentary, this film captures the essence of air traffic controllers' lives, making it a must-watch for understanding the pressures they face. It's a fictionalized account but offers a glimpse into the high-stress environment.
Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life air traffic controller, Kevin Bachner, who provided insights into the profession.


Air Traffic Controllers: The Unsung Heroes (2006)
Description: This documentary focuses on the daily challenges faced by air traffic controllers, showcasing their role in ensuring safe skies. It includes interviews with controllers and dramatic reenactments of real-life scenarios.
Fact: The film was produced in collaboration with the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA).


Air Traffic Control: The Inside Story (2011)
Description: This documentary provides an in-depth look at the training, technology, and teamwork required to manage the skies. It features real-life footage from control towers and interviews with controllers.
Fact: The film was shot in several major airports around the world, including London Heathrow and New York's JFK.


The Plane That Flew Too High (2013)
Description: This documentary explores a near-disaster incident involving air traffic control, highlighting the importance of communication and vigilance in the control room.
Fact: The incident depicted in the film led to significant changes in air traffic control procedures worldwide.


Air Traffic Control: The Human Factor (2008)
Description: Focused on the psychological and human aspects of air traffic control, this documentary examines how controllers cope with stress, fatigue, and the constant need for vigilance.
Fact: It includes interviews with psychologists who specialize in aviation stress management.


Sky Cops (2015)
Description: This series follows air traffic controllers in various countries, showcasing their daily routines, the technology they use, and the critical decisions they make to keep the skies safe.
Fact: The show was filmed over two years, capturing both routine operations and emergency situations.


Air Traffic Control: The Ultimate Challenge (2010)
Description: This documentary explores the technological advancements in air traffic control and how they have transformed the job over the years.
Fact: It features interviews with engineers and developers behind the latest air traffic control systems.


The Controllers (2007)
Description: A look at the lives of air traffic controllers in the UK, this documentary provides a personal perspective on the profession, including the challenges and rewards.
Fact: The film was part of a series on critical professions in the UK.


Air Traffic Control: Behind the Scenes (2014)
Description: This documentary offers a behind-the-scenes look at how air traffic controllers manage the flow of aircraft, focusing on both routine and emergency situations.
Fact: It was produced with the cooperation of several international air traffic control organizations.


Air Traffic Control: The Next Generation (2018)
Description: This documentary looks at the future of air traffic control, including new technologies like unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and the integration of space traffic management.
Fact: It features insights from experts in emerging aviation technologies.
