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Harrisburg Table of Contents
Welcome Letter 3
Harrisburg International Airport: Yesterday and Today 4
Harrisburg Tower/TRACON Organizational Chart 6
Getting to Know Your Air Traffic Manager 7
Getting to Know Your AT Management and Leadership Team 8
Our Expectations of ALL Employees 11
Facility Policies 12
Background on Harrisburg 14
Attractions Abound in Harrisburg 15
Restaurants of Note 16
Online Resources 17
Harrisburg International Airport and Airport Area Map 19
Photographs of the Airport 20
Harrisburg Facility Directory 21
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Welcome Letter
Dear New Employee,
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the Harrisburg ATCT.
I am the Air Traffic Manager and have an open door
policy if you ever need anything. Some people on our
staff are Ms. Alicia Davidson, our Administrative
Assistant (AA). Her desk is located outside my office in
the administrative quarters and she will be happy to
assist you with any matters that may arise. Mr. Harvey
Scolnick, our Training Instructor (TI) and Mr. Joe Doan
our Support Specialist (SS), both whom have a vast level
of operational experience at our facility and will be the
main foci during the classroom portion of your training.
We currently have four Front Line Managers (FLM) on
staff, Mr. Robert Wreski, Mr. Timothy Truax, Mr. Jayme
Fleig and Mr. Joseph Carbone; all of which will play a
key role in your success as a Certified Professional
Controller. The facility NATCA representatives are Mr.
Philip Gesumaria and Mr. James Cutuli.
We are an ATC Level 7 up/down facility that runs approximately 260,000 operations
per year. An operation that I am sure you will find both challenging and rewarding.
We have prepared a packet of information upon your arrival that should provide you
with many helpful web addresses and useful information.
Again, I would like to welcome you, and offer the assistance of myself and staff, to
help answer any questions that may arise.
Thanks
John Marconi
Air Traffic Manager, Harrisburg ATCT
PH: 717-948-9180
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Harrisburg International Airport: Yesterday and Today
Harrisburg International Airport has been serving south-central Pennsylvania for over
100 years. Beginning in 1898, the Signal Corps of the U.S. Army was stationed here.
This was followed by the first military airplanes landing in 1918 at what had become
Olmsted Field of the fledgling U.S. Army Air Service.
The Middletown Air Depot (later Middletown Air Materiel Area) at Olmsted
provided logistical and maintenance support of military aircraft until it was closed in
1969. With the turnover from the U.S. Air Force, commercial airline flights were
switched from the Capital City Airport to the new Harrisburg International Airport
which was established at the former Air Force Base. Architect William Pereira
designed the new terminals which were completed in 1973.
Harrisburg International Airport is owned and operated by the Susquehanna Area
Regional Airport Authority (SARAA). The airport covers an area of 680 acres at an
elevation of 310 feet above mean sea level. It has a single asphalt paved runway
designated 13/31 and measuring 10,001 by 200 feet.
1960’s era American Airlines Convair.
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Runway 13 is equipped with a CAT III approach allowing operations down to 600 ft
RVR (Runway Visual Range). The airport is also equipped with a Surface Movement
Guidance Control System (SMGCS) that allows for aircraft and vehicle ground
movements during reduced visibility specifically below 1200 ft RVR down to 600 ft
RVR.
The facility completed approximately
260,000 operations; Harrisburg International
Tower had 71,190 aircraft operations, an
average of 195 per day: 54% air taxi, 22%
general aviation, 13% scheduled
commercial and 12% military. At this time
there are 29 aircraft based at this airport.
The terminal at the airport has 12 gates and
is a pier finger lay out of 3 piers (A/B/C);
the passenger terminal is located centrally on the airfield. The terminal handled
approximately 750,000 passengers last year.
PA Air National Guard 193 Special Operations Wing (SOW)
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Harrisburg Tower/TRACON Organizational Chart
John Marconi Air Traffic Manager
Robert Wreski Front Line Manager
Team A
Timothy Truax Front Line Manager
Jayme Fleig Front Line Manager
Joseph Carbone Front Line Manager
Team B Team C Team D
Alicia Davidson Administrative Assistant
Joe Doan Support Specialist
Harvey Scolnick Training Specialist
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Getting to Know Your Air Traffic Manager
John Marconi, Air Traffic Manager
John Marconi enlisted in the Air Force in 1983 spending the majority of the time
stationed at Langley Air Force base in Virginia. While on active duty he specialized
in the repair of the F-15 Strike Eagle. After his tour, he focused on his collegiate
studies and attained a B.S. degree in Psychology and Air Traffic Management.
He joined the FAA in the early 90’s as an
Air Traffic Control Specialist in Southern
California. In 1995, he transferred to
Republic Tower in Farmingdale NY
where he served as a controller and an
Operations Supervisor. He then moved
on to the Eastern Regional Office where
he worked as a Resource Manager, and
then Branch Supervisor, in the 540
Division. In 2002, John returned to the
field as an Operations Supervisor at the
New York Center where he certified and
spent four years working in Area E
during the ATOP transition. He then
returned to the Regional Office as an acting Branch Manager to assist with the ATO
reorganization. Upon completion of the reorganization, he moved to Pennsylvania
and is now serving as the Air Traffic Manager at the Harrisburg Air Traffic Control
Tower.
John is native to Long Island, NY, but has also spent time living in California and
Virginia. He describes his personality as both energetic and appreciative. John is a
long time fitness enthusiast who enjoys weight training and eating healthy. In his
spare time he coaches youth Football, participates in car shows, and enjoys spending
time with his family.
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Getting to Know Your AT Management and Leadership Team
Robert Wreski, Front Line Manager
Bob Wreski joined the MDT family in 1993 as a Front Line
Manager. He began in the FAA in 1982 at Pittsburgh
International Airport, where he was a Controller, Supervisor,
and Ops Manager.
Timothy Truax, Front Line Manager
Tim Truax began in the FAA in 1989. His first facility was
Baltimore/Washington International Airport. In 1993, he
came to Harrisburg ATCT as a Controller. Tim became a
Staff Specialist in 2006 and a Front Line Manager in 2008.
Jayme Fleig, Front Line Manager
Jayme Fleig commenced his FAA career at Capitol
City ATCT in 1984. After Capitol City, Jayme
became a Controller at Pittsburgh International
Airport in 1990. He joined Harrisburg ATCT in
1998 as a Controller. Subsequently, Jayme has
spent time as a Staff Specialist and is now a Front
Line Manager at Harrisburg ATCT.
Joseph Carbone, Front Line Manager
Joe Carbone started in 1987 at New York TRACON where he
was a Controller and a TMU Specialist. In 2000, he transferred
to the ATCSCC. Joe joined the Harrisburg ATCT family in
2002 as a Controller and is now a Front Line Manager.
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Joe Doan, Support Specialist
Joe Doan began his FAA career in 1987 at Islip ATCT.
In 1990, he transferred to Reading ATCT and then made
the move to Abilene ATCT in 1996. He came to
Harrisburg ATCT in 2003 as a Controller and
subsequently became the facility’s Staff Specialist in
2011.
Harvey Scolnick, Training Specialist
Harvey Skolnick started with the FAA in 1967 at
Cleveland Center. He then went onto CLE ATCT in
1968, New York Center in 1969, Capitol City ATCT in
1978, Allentown ATCT in 1981, Harrisburg
International ATCT in 1982, Lancaster ATCT in 1995,
Harrisburg International ATCT in 1999, and retired
from the FAA in 2004. In 2007, Harvey was welcomed
back to the Harrisburg ATCT family by way of
Raytheon Corporation as the Training Specialist.
Alicia Davidson, Administrative Assistant
Alicia Davidson joined the FAA in 2009 as an Administrative
Assistant. She is a lifelong resident of Central Pennsylvania and
is a wealth of knowledge of both FAA Policies and the local
area.
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Harrisburg Tower’s NATCA AFL-CIO Team
- Phil Gesumaria, Union President
Work Phone: 717-948-9188
Cell Phone: 570-259-5902
Email: [email protected]
- Jim Cutuli, Union Vice-President
Email: [email protected]
- Chris Falcone, Union Secretary/Treasurer
Email: [email protected]
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Our Expectations of ALL Employees
Harrisburg Tower/TRACON leadership team expects all employees to:
• Come to work, be on time
• Be prepared – mentally and physically
• Understand leave policy and manage your leave appropriately
• Be cooperative and professional
• Treat people with respect and
dignity
• Take initiative
• Be accountable
• Lead by example – be a good
role model
• Do not tolerate or engage in
any form of harassment or
discrimination
• Actively participate in training
• Know your airspace and systems, know your equipment
• Use prescribed phraseology/correct facility and equipment names
• Follow rules and procedures
• Be open to feedback – provide honest information
• Be an effective team member
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Facility Policies
Reporting for Duty
Employees are to report for their assigned shift on time. If a situation arises that will
prevent you from reporting on time, call the Front Line Manager at 717-948-2696.
Please ensure you allow enough time to report for work on time.
Hours of Duty
Operational personnel are assigned to work 8 hour shifts unless assigned an
administrative day. Employees working an 8 hour shift are subject to immediate
recall and may not leave the facility, during their shift, unless they obtain
management approval. Employees working administrative shifts are assigned an 8.5
hour shift and may leave the facility for their 30 minute unpaid lunch break after
obtaining management approval.
Parking
Facility employee parking is
permitted within the fenced area
only. Do NOT park in front of the
SARAA ARFF/Maintenance
Building or you will be towed.
(They are VERY strict.)
Security
The security of the Air Traffic Facility is your responsibility. When entering the
facility: NO piggybacking and ensure the outside door closes behind you. When
exiting the facility: ensure the outside door closes behind you. SARAA Police patrols
our park lot at random times. All visitors must be approved by Facility Management
prior to being granted entry.
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Building Access
You will be issued an FAA Identification Badge and an appropriate “keyless-entry”
access card. The access card will be coded to allow entry to the facility and the
appropriate areas of the building.
FAA ID Badges
FAA Identification Badges must be worn between your shoulders and waist, and must
be visible at all time when on MDT ATCT property.
Guests and Visitors
Visitors and tours must be approved in
advance by the Air Traffic
Management. Due to security and
staffing limitations, facility tours are
normally conducted during business
hours. Visitors shall be escorted at all
times.
Cell Phones
FAA Policy prohibits cell phones and/or
pagers in the operating areas. They may
be used in other areas of the facility.
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Background on Harrisburg
Harrisburg was first settled in 1719 and is the capital of Pennsylvania. As of the
2010, the Greater Harrisburg region has a population of more than 1.2 million people.
Harrisburg lies on the east bank of the Susquehanna River, 105 miles West of
Philadelphia and 85 miles North of Baltimore.
The quiet banks of the Susquehanna River inspired the founding of several Fortune
500 Companies including Hershey’s Chocolate Company and Rite-Aid Inc.
Central Pennsylvania has also seen and participated in momentous changes in
American History: Gettysburg National Battlefield is located 30 miles to the
Southwest of Harrisburg, Three Mile Island is located just a couple miles to the
South, and Flight 91 Memorial is 90 miles to the West in Somerset County.
Furthermore, the pastoral hills of
Central Pennsylvania are home to
numerous farms and pristine
forests. The State Game Lands are
envied as some of the best hunting
in the country. A recent boon for
the area has been the drilling for
natural gas in the Marcellus Shale
just to the North of Harrisburg.
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Attractions Abound in Harrisburg
Harrisburg and its surrounding areas abound with culture and places to explore. In
Downtown Harrisburg, the Whitaker Center of Performing Arts is home to the
Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra and a regular stop for large music acts. Also in the
Downtown is 2nd
Street, a famous stretch of restaurants, bars, pubs, and clubs that
stretch from the Capitol Building to Riverfront Park. Overlooking Harrisburg at
Reservoir Park is the Smithsonian’s National Civil War Museum.
To the East of Harrisburg about 10 miles is the famous town of Hershey. Hershey is
the home of the world-famous HersheyPark, Zoo America, Hershey Chocolate
World, the Giant Center, Hershey
Manor, Outlet Shopping, and numerous
museums. Throughout the year,
HersheyPark and the Giant Center host
world-class entertainment.
To the Southeast of Harrisburg about
30 miles is Lancaster. Lancaster has
numerous attractions including:
Strasbourg Railroad Museum,
Pennsylvania Dutch Wonderland,
Tanger and Rockvale Outlet Shopping,
and several Amish attractions.
Sports and Special Events
Harrisburg is home to exciting sports
events all year long. In the summer is
baseball with the Harrisburg Senators
at Metro Bank Park on City Island. In
the summer and into fall is soccer with
the Harrisburg City Islanders at the
Skyline Sports Complex on City
Island. In the fall and winter, the
Hershey Bears play hockey at the Giant Center.
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Restaurants of Note
Appalachian Brewing Company – 50 N. Cameron St., 717-221-1083
http://www.abcbrew.com
A regional microbrewery that not only makes a fantastic array of beers, it has a large
menu that matches the reputation of their beer.
Arooga’s Grillhouse and Sports Bar – 7025 Allentown Boulevard, 717-920-9464
www.aroogas.com
Just about everyone’s favorite place for wings, burgers, sandwiches, and appetizers;
also one of the best places around to catch a sporting event.
Stock’s on Second Restaurant
and Bar –
211 North Second Street, 717-
233-6699
www.stocksonsecond.com
A full service restaurant in the
heart of Downtown Harrisburg
steps away from the Capitol and
Riverfront Park; from delicious
steak to succulent seafood dishes
all with an Asian twist.
– Picture to the left is of the winding
path at Riverfront Park in Downtown
Harrisburg.
Brownstone Cafe – 1 N. Union Street, 717-944-3301
www.brownstonecafe.tripod.com
Located in a late 1800’s era bank, this unassuming restaurant has wonderful
breakfasts, lunches, and dinners for an excellent price.
Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches – 3909 Union Deposit Road, 717-564-8600
www.jimmyjohns.com
Located minutes away from Downtown Harrisburg and the airport, has surprisingly
huge sandwiches with equally fresh ingredients and BIG taste.
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Online Resources
Local Area Resources
www.harrisburgpa.gov
www.pa.gov
Community Volunteering
www.volunteermatch.com
Chamber of Commerce
www.harrisburgregionalchamber.com
Housing and
Relocating
Assistance
www.hbgrealty.net
www.centralpa.com
Local News
www.patriot-news.com
www.pennlive.com
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Harrisburg Area Schools
Regional Catholic School:
www.bishopmcdevitt.org
Dauphin County School Districts:
www.dauphincounty.org/_files/360.pdf
York County School Districts:
www.york-county.org/misc/schools_in_york.htm
Lancaster County School Districts:
www.co.lancaster.pa.us/lanco/cwp/view.asp?a=15&q=636793
Cumberland County School Districts:
www.ccpa.net/index.aspx?NID=2937
Local Sports Teams
Baseball: Harrisburg Senators
www.SenatorsBaseball.com
Lancaster Barnstormers
www.lancasterbarnstormers.com
Basketball:
Harrisburg Horizon
www.HarrisburgHorizon.com
Hockey:
Hershey Bears
www.HersheyBears.com
Soccer:
Harrisburg City Islanders
www.CityIslanders.com
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Harrisburg Tower/TRACON and Airport Area Map
MDT Tower and TRACON
are co-located. The tower is
home to over 35 FAA
controllers and staff.
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Photographs of the Airport
Harrisburg’s New Terminal
Harrisburg International Airport Aerial Picture
The lobby of the new terminal
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Harrisburg Tower/TRACON Facility Directory
The following list provides the most commonly used phone numbers within the
Harrisburg Tower/TRACON facility:
>> Front Desk: Alicia Davidson
>> Support Specialist: Joe Doan
>> Training Instructor: Harvey Skolnick
>> Air Traffic Manager: John Marconi
>> Front Line Managers’ Office
>> TRACON Duty Manager’s Desk
>> TRACON – Toll Free
>> NOAA Weather Office
>> Facility Fax
>> TRACON Fax
(717) 948-9180
(717) 948-9180
(717) 948-9180
(717) 948-9180
(717) 948-9180
(717) 948-2696
(800) 932-0712
(717) 944-4196
(717) 948-9201
(717) 948-9186
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