FAA to increase time off between air traffic controller shifts ... - CNN
Apr 19, 2024 — The Federal Aviation Administration has announced scheduling changes in response to an expert panel that is recommending air traffic controllers have more stable work schedules and consistent...
Senate told air traffic controller shortage hurting aviation safety - NPR
Nov 9, 2023 — At a Senate hearing, aviation experts testified that a shortage of air traffic controllers is leading to fatigue and distraction, likely contributing to a series of close calls on runways this...
Biden signs sweeping aviation safety, reform bill into law - NBC News
May 17, 2024 — President Joe Biden on Thursday signed sweeping aviation legislation that will boost U.S. air traffic controller staffing, increase funding to avert runway close-call incidents and speed up...
FAA still short about 3,000 air traffic controllers, new federal ...
May 14, 2024 — Despite a surge in hiring last year, air traffic control stations nationwide are still about 3,000 controllers short, according to new Federal Aviation Administration numbers.
New FAA rest rules to address 'fatigue' issues with air ... - NBC News
Apr 19, 2024 — The Federal Aviation Administration is instituting new rest rules for U.S. air traffic controllers to address fatigue issues that may be degrading air safety. Controllers will now be required...
Drunk and Asleep on the Job: Air Traffic Controllers Pushed to the ...
Dec. 2, 2023. One air traffic controller went into work drunk this summer and joked about “making big money buzzed.” Another routinely smoked marijuana during breaks. A third employee...
F.A.A. Will Require More Rest for Air Traffic Controllers
Apr 19, 2024 — The Federal Aviation Administration said on Friday that it was taking significant steps to mitigate the risks posed by exhaustion among air traffic controllers, after a series of close calls last...
Staffing and Technology Woes Threaten Aviation Safety, Report …
Nov 15, 2023 — A group of outside experts appointed by the Federal Aviation Administration called on Wednesday for “urgent action” to address safety risks in the nation’s aviation system, highlighting issues like...
A shortage of air traffic controllers is hurting safety ... - KENW
Nov 9, 2023 — Safety experts and union leaders told a Senate Commerce subcommittee Thursday that a shortage of air traffic controllers is leading to fatigue and distraction, likely contributing to a growing list of close calls at major airports this year.
Congress reaches a bipartisan breakthrough on air traffic controller ...
Apr 29, 2024 — Lawmakers have struck a deal to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration, key negotiators announced early Monday as they unveiled a $105 billion measure that will lead to the hiring of...