Canada manages a vast air space—over 18 million square kilometres. Eyes on the Skies examines the rapid evolution of air traffic management, exploring the systems, people, and technologies that keep these busy skies safe.
Visitors can discover the stories of industry insiders — past and present — and learn how factors like gender and language have impacted air traffic management in Canada. Engaging videos and visuals break down complex ideas, such as how radar works. Visitors can test their skills through a variety of digital experiences, and consider if they have what it takes to manage air traffic safely.
A special area invites “tiny controllers,” ages two to five, to imagine themselves in the control tower. Their adult “flight crew” can take a minute to recharge — both themselves and their phones!
Exhibition Accessibility
DOWNLOADABLE SELF-GUIDED TOUR
This resource includes panel texts, visual descriptions of exhibition content, and navigation directions. Visitors can download the Braille Ready File (.brf) for use on their personal braille reading device, or the Portable Document Format (.pdf) for use with text reading software such as Voice Dream.
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Eyes on the Skies (BRF: 69 KB) ǀ Eyes on the Skies (PDF: 668 KB)
Our Partner
This exhibition was developed in collaboration with NAV CANADA.
Video Series
Eyes on the Skies features a variety of videos that highlight engaging aspects of air traffic management. From first-hand accounts to technical explanations, explore a selection of the exhibition’s videos.
