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Educators
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Grades 5-8, Grades 9-12, Informal Education
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Mathematics, Physical Science, Measurement and Data Analysis, Problem Solving, Flight and Aeronautics
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Problem Set C
In this Problem Set C, students will determine whether three planes traveling on different merging routes will line up with proper spacing at MOD (the last intersection before the planes leave the airspace sector). If the spacing is not adequate, students will use alternate routes for one or more planes to achieve at least the proper spacing.
Problem Set C: Student Workbook
The planes are traveling at the same altitude and the same constant (fixed) speeds. In LineUp With MathTM, this is the first Problem Set to address three planes. Speed
changes are not required to resolve spacing conflicts.
Each problem can be explored with the interactive Air Traffic Control (ATC) Simulator. Two of the problems can be more closely examined with Student Workbook C (print-based). The Workbook provides a structured learning environment for exploring the problems with paper-and-pencil worksheets that introduce students to pertinent air traffic control concepts as well as problem analysis and solution methods.
Students will:
- Analyze a sector diagram to identify spacing conflicts among three planes, each traveling at the same speed.
- Resolve spacing conflicts by changing the route for one or more planes.
This activity is part of the Smart Skies: LineUp with Math Lessons