When separation responsibility exists and a paired track is identified, what is the required action?

When separation responsibility exists and a paired track is identified, displaying a Flight Data Block (FDB) is essential for maintaining situational awareness and ensuring proper coordination among controllers. The FDB displays critical information about the aircraft, including its current status, route, and other vital data that assist in monitoring and managing separation effectively. This action facilitates continuous tracking of the aircraft and enables timely decision-making, which is crucial in maintaining safe distances between paired tracks. Displaying an FDB not only helps the controller maintain oversight but also enhances communication with other team members involved in air traffic management.

In this context, transferring communication to another controller may not be necessary as the current controller retains responsibility for separation. Updating the flight plan could be required in specific circumstances, but the priority is ensuring active monitoring through the FDB. Clearing other aircraft from the airspace is an operational decision that may not be relevant in every situation, as maintaining the separation can often be achieved by managing the displays and information on current aircraft.