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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 ...
Hotline connecting Pentagon, DC airport controllers inoperable since 2022
A hotline connecting the Pentagon and Federal Aviation Administration air traffic controllers at Reagan Washington National ...
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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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Is it safe to fly from Newark airport? Here’s what experts say
Should Newark Airport close until air traffic control upgrades are made? Experts and officials debate safety and the economic ...
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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.
Duffy lays out Trump admin's plans to fix air traffic control
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy blames Biden administration for Newark airport infrastructure system failures while detailing the plans to fix it. (Credit: Department of Transportation) ...