Introduction

This article describes the use of speed control by air traffic controllers to manage traffic flow and solve conflicts. It is focused on the en route phase and describes the general provisions, typical uses, and also gives some advice about practical use of the method. Note that the advice is derived mostly from good practices and experience, and is in no way intended to supersede local procedures and instructions.

Description

Speed control is used to facilitate a safe and orderly flow of traffic. This is achieved by instructions to adjust speed in a specified manner.