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What Do You Do About the Holidays as a Controller?
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- The Side by Side ATC Podcast
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- Dec 22, 2025
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Summary
In this episode, I talk about what it is like to be an air traffic controller during the Christmas season. I also talk about what it is like to be a student at the Academy during Christmas. I was there myself during Christmas as a student. The most important thing to make sure of is that you have a plan for the Holidays and that you include your family and loved ones. You WILL be able to make memories with your family every year, but, a lot of those years are going to take some planning in order to make those special moments happen. Those memories are worth anything you have to do, any leave you have to take, any shift swap you have to make. They are worth it!! MERRY CHRISTMAS!! Thank you all for listening! I hope and pray that you all have a wonderful Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year!! FOR HELP: To set up a FREE call: sidebysideatc.com/scheduler/free-consult Pre-Academy If you are heading to the Academy in the next few months, I put together a structured 90-day preparation blueprint that walks you through exactly what to focus on each month before you go. It's designed to help reduce shock and build confidence before day one. You can download it at: sidebysideatc.com/page/blueprint . I also have a video where I explain the different things that are on the enroute Non-Radar Map. You can get that video at: sidebysideatc.com/page/map-video . Already at the Academy If you are already in the enroute radar portion of the Academy and feeling a little behind or lost, I have a 72-Hour Radar Recovery Plan that will help you get past those feelings and start building confidence. You can download that at : sidebysideatc.com/page/72-hourplan . If you are interested in my Coaching Programs , you can get information at : sidebysideatc.com/page/non-radar-lab-program sidebyside…