"Welcome to 'Tower Tales,' the podcast that brings you the untold
stories of the heroes who have silently safeguarded our skies. I am Group
Captain Mahesh Sharma, a veteran of the Indian Air Force, where I served as an
air traffic controller and performed various operational roles and assignments.
I also had the honour of serving alongside some of the finest controllers, and
through this podcast, I aim to bring their untold stories to light.
In this series, we dive deep into the professional and personal lives of
veteran air traffic controllers who have served in the Indian Air Force. These
are the men and women who, with unwavering precision and calm, guided countless
aircraft safely and expeditiously through the skies, often under the most
challenging and stressful conditions imaginable. ATC is known to be one of the
most stressful jobs in the world, and military ATC takes it to another level.
This podcast is a tribute to those who have kept our nation’s skies safe under
the most demanding conditions.
Each episode will feature an in-depth interview with a veteran controller,
revealing the kind of stress, challenges, and rigors they faced, especially
when technology was not as advanced as it is today. Imagine controlling the
skies with old communication and navigational equipment, relying on sheer skill
and experience to ensure every mission's success.
Through these conversations, you'll hear fascinating anecdotes, heroic
tales, and experiences that have never been shared publicly before. From the
tense moments in the control tower to the lighter, more humorous side of their
daily operations, 'Tower Tales' will give you a glimpse into the lives of these
unsung heroes. You'll hear about the high-pressure moments, the split-second
decisions, and the deep bonds formed between controllers and pilots during
critical operations and campaigns. These
narratives will showcase not only the professional excellence but also the
camaraderie and mutual respect that define the world of military aviation.
Join us as we honor these remarkable individuals and their extraordinary
contributions to aviation safety and national security. Welcome to 'Tower
Tales' – where the sky is not the limit; it's just the beginning of our
stories." So, buckle up and join me as we embark on this journey through
the lives and times of Indian Air Force air traffic controllers. 'Tower Tales'
is where the voices from the control tower finally get their moment in the
spotlight.
Stay tuned for our first episode, where we'll begin our adventure with an
extraordinary controller who has a lifetime of stories to share.
