Who is primarily responsible for marking the strips?

• A. The student
• B. The Radar Controller
• C. The Supervisor
• D. The Pilot in Command

Answer: (A)

Strips are the live, auditable record of what’s happening with each aircraft, so updating them is exactly the kind of task a controller practices to show they understand the current status and actions taken. In this ERAM lab scenario, the student is designated to mark the strips because they are the one actively performing the control tasks and need to demonstrate accuracy in recording instructions, changes in altitude or speed, and handoffs. This hands-on marking builds familiarity with the workflow and ensures there is a clear, traceable sequence of events. The supervisor mainly observes and verifies what’s been recorded, ensuring the marks match what was instructed. In real operations, a radar controller would handle strip updates, while the pilot in command focuses on flight operations rather than strip annotation. But for the training exercise, assigning strip marking to the student reinforces responsibility and practical skill.