What if the voice you hear at 35,000 feet started with a kid behind a computer screen playing flight simulator?This week on AeroExploration, we sit down with @PropHatCat—an air traffic controller and viral aviation creator who’s pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood roles in aviation.From running “imaginary traffic” in 8th grade on flight sim to working real aircraft at a Center facility, his journey is anything but typical. We dive into the FAA hiring process, what it actually takes to make it through training, and the mental demands of working high-altitude traffic where every call matters.But what makes this conversation stand out is how he’s using social media to bridge a long-standing gap between pilots and controllers—translating phraseology, breaking down real-world scenarios, and giving aviators a rare, unfiltered look behind the mic.If you’ve ever wondered what controllers are really thinking… or how to become one… this episode delivers.AeroExploration:
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