Elon Musk’s Plans to ‘Plug In’ to ATC System Trigger Backlash
A team of men between the ages of 19 and 24 may make unspecified changes to the nation’s air traffic control system with President Donald Trump’s support.
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FAA: D.C. Airport at 89 Percent of ATC Staffing Target
Agency says airport that was site of fatal midair collision has 25 certified controllers and three controllers in training.
Embry-Riddle Air Traffic Students to Fast-Track FAA Employment in 2025
Aviation university’s air traffic management program earns agency approval for offering students an accelerated career path.
FAA Exceeds Controller Hiring Target
With its target for this year met, the agency explores strategies to continue hiring ATCs.
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Ultimate Issue: The State of U.S. General Aviation
Looking back then, today, and yet to come.
How to Become an Air Traffic Controller
ATCs have an exciting and rewarding job, but the path to becoming one can be long and challenging.
Air Force Begins Testing Uncrewed Aircraft Traffic Control System
The Air Force Research Laboratory is studying ways to integrate flights of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) at bases nationwide.
Federal Airport Improvement Grants to Fund Tower Upgrades
Nine air traffic control towers will be replaced or updated.
Why Don’t All Airports Have Control Towers?
What factors determine tower installation at a particular location?
NASA, Joby Research Provide Glimpse of Air Taxi Operations at US Airports
A series of simulations focused on potential operations in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, using tools and procedures already available to air traffic controllers.
