These full-sized mockups are used in the process of pilot training. Here, inside one of American's four enormous maintenance hangars, a DC 10 receives a thorough inspection. At DFW, American Airlines operates its own ramp tower. Company controllers guide aircraft to and from American's 51 gates at the world's largest airport. We close this tour with a view from the roof of the ramp tower.
Constant motion is the rule.
Airplanes coming and going, ground vehicles zipping to and fro create a graceful ballet-like scene.