USER MANUAL
Welcome to the Tower User Manual! Learn how the simulator is operated: set up scenarios, read radar displays, control traffic, use the tower views and review your performance.
MANUAL CONTENTS
Learn how the simulation works, from launching your first scenario to radar, communication, tower views and traffic planning.
Getting StartedStart with a controller profile, a practice scenario and a manageable traffic rate. Scenario SetupConfigure airports, traffic rate, runway use, lighting and display preferences. Radar & Flight StripsUnderstand BRITE, ASDE, datatags, aircraft selection and the paper-style strips. Tower & 3D ViewsExplore the out-the-window view, tracking modes and special camera options. Menus & Simulation ControlsA guide to the historical menu commands and keyboard shortcuts. Command Input & RadioIssue complete callsign-based instructions and correct command-entry mistakes. Traffic Planning & PerformanceSequence arrivals and departures, manage separation and understand scoring. Original AirportsLearn the three airports shipped in the historic simulation and their roles.
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The complete searchable aircraft command list has its own reference section, separate from this manual.
OPEN COMMAND REFERENCE