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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 ...
We are desperately short of air traffic controllers — could AI help close the gap?
Air traffic control is back in the news. On Apr. 28 and again on May 9, communication system breakdowns affecting Newark ...
Air traffic control keeps planes moving. So why does it cause delays? | Cruising Altitude
Air traffic control towers are under-staffed and under-funded. Here's why that's been so difficult for Washington to solve.
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 ...
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FAA invests in air traffic upgrades at Tucson airports
A new federal push to modernize the nation’s air traffic control system is taking shape in Tucson, with major upgrades ...
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Atlanta airport's air traffic controller training system gets update from FAA
The Federal Aviation Administration is making some upgrades at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
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Feds aim to spend $12.5B in initial spending for air traffic control reform
The Federal Aviation Administration recently announced a three-year plan to upgrade air traffic control systems nationwide.
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Concerns over air traffic control outages
People across the country are still having concerns when it comes to traveling. On Sunday, ground stops were issued at Newark Liberty International Airport and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International ...
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As few as 3 radar controllers monitored Newark's airspace Monday night, FAA says
At times Monday evening, as few as three air traffic controllers per hour were lined up to monitor via radar the planes ...