One new policy and an update to the activity policy are now available in the ZID policies section. The major change to the activity policy is the clear definition of what is required of all ZID controllers to remain active on the ZID roster. All controllers must provide a minimum of 3 hours every 90 days in order to remain active.

The change to the activity policy coincides with the purging of our roster. If a controller has not controlled at all within a 90 day period they are going to be notified via email that they are not in compliance and are subject to removal.

The newest policy is the Promtiotion Policy that clearly defines how a controller may begin training on their next position and requirements needed for promotion. Please review this policy.

Additionally, the Training Department as well as Senior Staff will be monitoring all controllers, this includes senior staff (meaning senior staff will be monitored as well) to observe that everyone is current and competent to staff their position. Lets face it everyones skills deteriorate if they are not used that goes the same for controlling. This will be done for everyone to insure that we can provide you the best informaton possible and to also gurantee that our clients (the pilots) receive the best ATC we can offer.

Finally there are new SOPs in effect for KCVG and KIND. We are currently working on the KSDF SOP. These SOP's are listed in the Controllers Tools section under ZID Referance material; Please review.

See you on the scopes

 Rob Prescott

vZID ATM 

Controllers

A couple new articles have been added to the controller tools section of the website.

An introductory guide to setup and operation of the 3d radar mode in VRC has been added. This is a very usefull tool that steps up the realism for controllers working tower and below positions. Take some time to view the article and setup a profile in VRC using 3d radar mode, once you try it you will never go back. More 3d radar mode features to come in future releases of the sector file.

Our training administrator Mike Hodge has also created a tower phraseology cheat sheet. For those of you who have a previous version of this document please download this new and improved version featuring military approaches. I know that we don't get alot of military traffic here at vZID but the better we know our military procedures the more likely we are to get some.

We have a new facility engineer. Bruce Clingan is taking over duties of the FE. He will be responsible for maintaining the sector, pof and alias files. Bruce has been an active member of the ARTCC ever since he joined and will bring his enthusiasm to his new position.

Please join me in congratulating Bruce on his new position.

Rob

Controllers,

The new sector file v5.3 has been released. Its located under the controller tools section. The additions were as follows: 

(v5.3) Added in RNAV Departures: BNGLE1, CHCLL1, GIPLE1, HAGOL1, JBENCH1, KENLN1, LOVEY1, SILKS1, and updated the ROCKT2 to ROCKT3

I would like to extend a HUGE thanks to Chris Bluel and Bruce Clingan in helping getting this sector file released as quickly as we did. Thanks guys!

Any questions/concerns email me This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Michael D. Hodge Jr

vZID Training Administrator

The vZID Training Department is looking for individuals interested preforming the role of Mentor. This is a Staff posistion. The requirements are outlined below:

            Qualifications:

Mentor

1. Must be a S3 or higher

2. Be an active member of the vZID ARTCC in good standing

3. Consistent Online Presence

4. Be a Team Player and willing to participate in meetings to provide input to further develop the vZID Training Department

5. Have a thorough knowledge of vZID ARTCC Policies and ATC procedures and be able to effectively teach those to new members of the vZID ARTCC.
   
   Responsibilities and Permissions
   
   Is responsible for teaching new students the policies and procedures of the S1 Rating and       below (TWR-Below). Are able to Solo-Cert students on TWR and Below. Although unable to solo-cert students on approach, they may monitor students if the need arises. Mentors, under no circumstances, may be allowed to monitor a Student on Center. Are required to follow all training outlines and documents in accordance to vZID Procedures. Are responsible for reporting to the Training Administrator. Must be able to put forth a minimum of 4 hours a month preforming responsibilities of the posistion. 

Intersted canidates should send an resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it no later than July 1st, 2009.


Michael D. Hodge Jr

vZID Training Administrator