What facilities are housed in the Scottish En-Route Centre?

The Scottish En-Route Centre houses both the Scottish Area Control Centre and the Oceanic Area Control Centre. This facility is responsible for managing air traffic across both the congested areas over Scotland and parts of the North Atlantic. The Scottish Area Control Centre focuses on airspace within the region, coordinating flights, issuing clearances, and providing vital air traffic control services to ensure safe and efficient operation of aircraft in and around Scottish airspace. Meanwhile, the Oceanic Area Control Centre is tasked with managing flights over the oceanic expanses, which require specific navigation and separation procedures due to the vastness and lower density of air traffic in those areas. This dual responsibility of managing both area and oceanic traffic reflects the comprehensive role of the Scottish En-Route Centre in ensuring safety and efficiency in air travel over these regions.