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FAA Looks to Gamers as a Solution for Air Traffic Controller Shortage
In a novel approach, the FAA is considering gamers as potential recruits to alleviate its ongoing air traffic controller shortage, leveraging their unique skill sets.
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Updated about 21 hours ago
Summary
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is currently facing a significant shortage of air traffic controllers, a challenge that has persisted for several years.
In an effort to address this issue, the agency is exploring unconventional recruitment strategies, including targeting the gaming community for potential candidates.
Gamers are believed to possess skills that may be beneficial in air traffic control, and this initiative aims to attract a new generation of controllers to the field.
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