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Newark problems and recent crashes put focus on air traffic controller shortage and aging equipment
The recent chronic delays and cancellations at New Jersey’s largest airport have highlighted the shortage of air traffic ...
The FAA is desperate to hire enough air traffic controllers. Here's what to know about the high-stress job that pays $160,000 on average.
Air traffic controllers earn about $160,000 on average, and the job doesn't require a college degree. Still, the government ...
Newark airport uses floppy discs for air traffic control and more terrifying facts about FAA’s crumbling system
The award-winning new Terminal A may be the pride of Newark Liberty International Airport. But behind the scenes, the ...
Trump accelerates upgrades of air traffic control systems amid FAA departures
President Donald Trump’s own policies have prompted departures of key staff and hurt morale at the aviation agency, ...
FAA announces new air traffic control system in hope of taming busy skies
The current ATC system "is based on an outdated technologies that are unable to meet" modern demands, an administration ...
FAA says it’s trying to fix problems at Newark airport while planning air traffic control system overhaul
The FAA says it will upgrade the technology used to get radar data to air traffic controllers directing planes to the ...
FAA reveals plan for new air traffic control system
The nation's aging air traffic control system will be replaced with one that is aimed at 21st-century needs while improving ...
FAA suspends work of independent panel reviewing air traffic control
The FAA ordered an independent panel hired to recommend ways to strengthen oversight of its air traffic control operations to ...
FAA unveils financial incentives to address air traffic controller shortage
The FAA is rolling out financial incentives for air traffic controllers to boost recruitment and retention efforts amid a ...
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The US needs more air traffic controllers. These graduating students just got fast-tracked to enter the job market quicker
New Jersey’s Newark Liberty International Airport has faced persistent air traffic control issues that have caused travel woes. On Sunday, the Federal Aviation Administration issued a brief 45 ...
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What are the requirements to become an air traffic controller and how much does it pay?
The median salary for an air traffic control specialist is $127,805, according to the FAA. The rigorous hiring process including the passing of a test, medical and security background check and ...