Camarillo Tower - Air Traffic Control

Camarillo Tower
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Completing This Document
Sharing Your Knowledge
Welcome Letter
Camarillo Airport History
Camarillo Tower Management Team
Our Expectations of All Employees
Policies
Recreation & Parks
Sporting and Special Events
Online Resources
Camarillo Tower and Airport Area Map
Camarillo Tower Directory
Camarillo Tower Directory
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Welcome Letter
Dear New Employee,
Welcome to Camarillo Tower! Here you will have an opportunity to work with an
outstanding team of controllers that help make us a great place to work and develop
your skills. Your knowledge, abilities and positive attitude made you a highly
regarded addition to our team, and I am certain that you will make a positive impact
on our future.
All of us want to make your tenure at this facility as enjoyable and rewarding as
possible. Please feel free to ask any questions and express your thoughts and ideas to
the staff and senior leadership. Our aim is to create an informal atmosphere and
involve everyone in the process of making our facility an exceptional place to work.
I look forward to working with you, and would like to welcome you again to our
team!
Sincerely,
Robin Dybvik
Camarillo Tower Manager
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Camarillo Airport History
The genesis of the Camarillo Airport can be traced to 1942 when the
California State Highway Department constructed an auxiliary landing field with a
5,000 foot runway. In the 1951 response to the emerging Cold War, and to potential
need for bolstered coastal air defense, the Army Corps of Engineers extended the
runway to 8,000 feet. Additional construction on the then-named Oxnard Air Force
Base neared completion in 1957 and the base was equipped with the Northrop F-89
"Scorpion" aircraft as part of the Los Angeles area Air Defense Command. By 1958
the new Air Force base boasted four alert hangars, concrete ramps, and a 9,000 foot
runway. The runway was complete with an ILS, VOR, and safety overruns. It was an
entire community with administration buildings, enlisted housing, recreational
facilities, a theater, and even a gas station. In 1960, the supersonic McDonnell
Douglas F-101B "Voodoo" interceptor aircraft, equipped with "Genie" tactical
nuclear missiles, arrived on the Oxnard Plain and served there for almost a decade.
For nearly eighteen years dedicated Air Force personnel provided air defense
protection for the Southern California area. In December 1969 the Department of
Defense deactivated Oxnard Air Force Base and transferred its aircraft and personnel
to other facilities. The land became surplus property.
The County of Ventura pursued acquisition of the airfield portion of the facility for
air carrier service and general aviation while other governmental and educational
organizations were attracted to the 60 buildings. For seven years the battle for the
surplus property continued, with opposition the heaviest from the neighboring city of
Camarillo. City representatives strongly objected to any kind of airport replacing the
now abandoned Air Force base. Finally, an agreement was reached which provided
for an airport limited to general aviation and a 6,000 foot runway.
In October 1976 the General Services Agency approved the county's application for
650 acres of land, including some buildings. Other agencies expressed an interest in
the remaining 100 acres. The property was conveyed to the county by quitclaim deed
which outlined specific use restrictions. With the ownership defined, the County of
Ventura assigned management of the airport to the County Property Administration
Agency. In 1985 airport management was successful in separating the two countyowned airports from the Property Administration Agency, thus creating the County of
Ventura Department of Airports.
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Camarillo Airport has progressed from a sleepy, tower-less facility to a bustling
reliever airport with an FAA air traffic control tower and annual operations
numbering nearly 190,000. Today the airport boasts a diverse collection of over 560
production, home built, and WWII aircraft with active chapters of the Experimental
Aircraft Association and the Commemorative Air Force. With increasing congestion
in the Los Angeles basin, pilots and aircraft owners find Camarillo's location, size,
and weather to be significant factors in using the airport.
The draw of recreational and corporate aircraft paints an encouraging picture for the
future of Camarillo Airport. At this writing, the Department of Airports is conducting
a master plan study to determine upcoming operational and/or design requirements.
As the region grows, Camarillo Airport will be ready to play its role in serving the
needs of general aviation in Ventura County.
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Camarillo Tower Management Team
Robin Dybvik, Air Traffic Manager, Camarillo Tower
My name is Robin Dybvik. I have been
the Camarillo Manager since June
2007. I was the Camarillo Supervisor
for a year prior to that and I started my
FAA career in August 2000 at Santa
Barbara Tower/TRACON. I enjoyed
my time at SBA but due to family
reasons transferred to Camarillo Tower
four years later. I was at the right place
at the right time and was able to move
into management just a few years later.
I followed in my father's footsteps and
joined the Navy when I was 18 and was
excited when I signed up to be an Air
Traffic Controller. I served five years
and then worked for a contract tower
followed by department of defense. I
really love and enjoy my job! While
safety is always the primary focus, one
of my goals it to maintain an environment where employees enjoy coming to
work and I realize I can not achieve that goal alone. It takes a team to make it
work. While I'm a big work-a-holic, when I am away from the office I spend
most of my time running my two girls around. I love to travel and be
adventurous. I love roller coasters, coffee and shopping. Yes, shoes are my
passion.
Thank you for your interest in Camarillo Tower. Please feel free to call with any
questions or to set up a facility tour. Hope to meet you soon!
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Kevin Pruitt, Frontline Manager, Camarillo Tower
I joined the FAA in 1997 after completing the air traffic control program at
University of Alaska, Anchorage. I started at
Camarillo Tower where I stayed for almost six
years. I was promoted to Van Nuys as a
controller in 2002. The opportunity for me to
join management came five years later when I
was selected for this position in August 2008.
I’ve been here since and almost never regret it.
My job keeps me in the tower cab most
of the time. I keep an eye on the operation,
ensure procedures are followed, and try to
guide and mentor each employee to become
the best controllers they can be. I prefer to
maintain a comfortable and fun, yet
professional work environment.
I’ve got two kids and live here in
Camarillo. In my free time I like to watch
sports, either live or on television, specifically,
NASCAR and baseball.
If you’re interested in working at, or just
visiting Camarillo, do not hesitate to call
Robin or myself.
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Our Expectations of All Employees
Camarillo Tower management team expects all employees to:
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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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Policies
Reporting for Duty
On your first day, report at 7:30 a.m. to the Tower at 797 Aviation Dr,
Camarillo, CA 93010. When you arrive at the gate located at the base of the
tower, pull up to the call box on the left side, call the tower and identify
yourself for entry. Someone will meet you at the door and escort you in from
there.
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Hours of Duty
While in training, you will be on an 8 ½ hour administrative schedule Monday
through Friday. After initial training, your hours will be set according to the
team you are assigned to by your Supervisor.
Parking
There is a secured parking lot at the base of the tower. To enter the
lot, employees must use their CMA Airport gate access card.
Security
Employees are expected to report any unidentified, unknown, or suspicious
persons observed on CMA ATCT premises to facility management or airport
operations personnel.
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Building Access
The FAA issued ID card will also grant you access into the building. Additionally,
you’ll be issued a key for the main door.
FAA ID Cards
All CMA ATCT employees are required to wear their FAA ID badge at all
times.
Guests and Visitors
Guests and visitors are usually welcome and encouraged. They must be escorted at all
times. They must wear a visitors badge at all times while in the facility.
Cell Phones
Cells phones must be turned off while in the tower cab.
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Local Camarillo Profile
Recreation & Parks
Camarillo residents and visitors value their leisure time and the Camarillo
area provides many fun and exciting opportunities for them.
Enjoy the outdoors!
Outdoor lovers have easy access to the Pacific Ocean, Channel Islands
National Park, the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, and
Los Padres National Forest. Miles of jogging and biking paths and lanes wind
their way through Camarillo’s neighborhoods, while beautiful, clean ocean
beaches for swimming, sunning, sailing and surfing are just minutes away.
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Parks
In the city itself there are 22 neighborhood and 5 community parks, along with
more than 30 miles of city bicycle routes, as well as picturesque rural roads
for biking. The parks are owned and operated for the benefit of residents and
visitors by Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District, and include a
community pool at the Pleasant Valley Aquatic Center and a skate park.
Facilities are available for tennis, soccer, swimming, picnicking and other
sports & activities.
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Golf Courses
Camarillo is a true haven for the golf enthusiast! Two private courses,
the prestigious Spanish Hills and Las Posas Country Clubs, offer 18-hole
championship play, elegant clubhouses and restaurants. Courses open to the
public include Sterling Hills Golf Club and Camarillo Springs Public Golf
Course. More than a dozen first class golf courses are located within 30
minutes of Camarillo.
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Local Shopping
The Camarillo Premium Outlets
Camarillo Premium Outlets is more than just a great collection of the finest
designer labels and brands, it is one of the LA area's hottest shopping
destinations Located in Camarillo, it is a bargain hunter's haven offering over
160 stores including Banana Republic Factory Store, Barneys New York,
Coach, Cole Haan, Gap Factory Store, J.Crew, Kenneth Cole, Lucky Brand,
Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Neiman Marcus Last Call and Saks Fifth Avenue
Off 5th, Tommy Hilfiger and more.
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Old Town Camarillo
You can also visit Old Town Camarillo to shop, sight see, learn how Camarillo came
into existance and see what is the heart of the old Camarillo “town site” that was first
laid out back in 1910.
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Attractions Abound within driving distance of Camarillo
Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza
The Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, located 12 miles from Camarillo, attracts the
best in professional theatre, including comedies, dramas, musicals, ballet, opera and
more.
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Sporting and Special Events
Camarillo is within an hour driving distance from Los Angeles, which boasts
professional teams in most major sports, including basketball, hockey, baseball and
soccer. If you don’t want to drive, the Metro-link and Amtrak trains offer rail service
from Camarillo.
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Summertime Events
Camarillo Fiesta and Street Fair
In the summer, Camarillo welcomes the annual Fiesta and Street Fair which is
renowned for its wide variety of entertainment and attractions.
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Online Resources
Airport Resources
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camarillo_Airport General Information
http://portal.countyofventura.org/portal/page?_pageid=827,1101735&_dad=portal&_
schema=PORTAL Department of Airports CMA Site
www.eaa723.org Experimental Aircraft Association
http://www.orgsites.com/ca/caf-socal/ Commemorative Air Force
Chamber of Commerce
www.camarillochamber.org
Local News
www.venturacountystar.com
Camarillo County Schools
www.pvsd.k12.ca.us/
Local Attraction Websites
www.camarillofiesta.org Camarillo Street Fair
http://www.camarillohospice.org/farmersmarket.html Weekly Farmer’s Market
http://www.toaks.org/cap/info/default.asp Thousand Oaks Theatre
http://www.premiumoutlets.com/camarillo/ Camarillo Premium Outlets
www.oldtowncamarillo.com Old Town Camarillo
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Camarillo Tower and Airport Area Map
The diagram below locates Camarillo Airport within its immediate surroundings. The
location of Camarillo Tower is pointed out by a callout box.
CMA Tower
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Photos of the Airport
Here is a selection of photos of the Camarillo Airport and a
few aircraft that are based here.
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Camarillo Tower Directory
The following list provides the most commonly used phone numbers within the
Camarillo Tower facility:
>> Main Office Number
(805) 388-9730
>> ATIS WX Recording
(805) 484-3351
>> CMA Dept of Airports
(805) 388-4497
>> Facility Fax
(805) 482-0942
>> Emergency Contact Number
(Airport Security)
(805) 947-6803
>> Training Department
(805) 388-9730
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