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America is grappling with an air traffic controller shortage. Can AI help?

The longest government shutdown in US history shook travel plans across America earlier this month as a shortage of air traffic controllers resulted in thousands of delayed or canceled flights. But ... Read More

With the shutdown over, what’s next for air traffic control?

Scott Turner used to jump out of airplanes. A skydiver in his youth, Turner cultivated a passion for air travel early. These days, he’s got his feet firmly planted in San Angelo, where he helped start ... Read More

The U.S. urgently needs thousands of air traffic controllers. Here's what the job requires.

The government shutdown highlighted a fragile link in the nation's aviation system: finding enough air traffic controllers to keep flights on schedule. The 43-day closure, during which controllers ... Read More

FAA scrambles to hire 8,900 air traffic controllers by 2028 as shortage reaches crisis levels

Eastman, GA – A nationwide air traffic controller shortage has put new attention on a growing training option the FAA now approves for certain colleges. The recent federal government shutdown ... Read More

These air-traffic controllers are leaving their jobs and heading to Australia

Dozens of controllers have departed the U.S. to take jobs overseeing air-traffic in Australia; ‘everybody knows about it.’ ... Read More