What does a Apron Controller do?

You direct aircraft and vehicles on the tarmac from the tower.

What education does Apron Controller require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (36 months)

How much does a Apron Controller earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 52'000, mid ~CHF CHF 64'000 per year (approximate).

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Apron Controller

Transport & Logistics

Apron controllers manage all taxiing traffic at the airport from the tower (control tower) and are thus responsible for the safe, efficient and orderly flow of aircraft and towing vehicles. They carry out the following activities:

Entry

~CHF 52'000

CHF 4'333/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 64'000

CHF 5'333/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 78'080

CHF 6'507/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration36 months

Your path to Apron Controller

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Secondary School

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Company + vocational school

3–4 years

Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

Career Start

Qualified professional

Starting salary: CHF 52'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics5/10

🔬 Science4/10

💻 IT6/10

🔧 Manual3/10

🎨 Artistic1/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10

🎨 Creativity3/10

🤝 Social Contact6/10

💪 Physical Demands2/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)6/10

✨ AI Risk4/10

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