Stuff You Should Know Selects: Social Security Numbers: Less Boring Than You'd Think
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Sep 30, 2023 Discover the surprising link between your social security number and hacking before 2011! Delve into the important role these numbers play in identity verification and privacy. Enjoy entertaining anecdotes from air travel, including a wild incident at Reagan National Airport. Explore the challenges faced by air traffic controllers and the intricate dance of managing flights. Plus, find out how technology is reshaping regional air travel, all while keeping the conversation lively and engaging!
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Sleeping Controller
- In March 2011, the sole air traffic controller at DCA fell asleep during an overnight shift.
- Two planes landed without his assistance, guided by TRACON personnel.
Airspace Zones
- Airspace is divided into zones, sectors, TRACON areas, and individual airport airspaces.
- The FAA manages this system like a zone defense in basketball.
Flight Rules
- Pilots of smaller planes fly under Visual Flight Rules (VFR), guided by Flight Service Stations.
- Larger aircraft fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), managed by the FAA's system.