FAA proposes to hire 2,300 air traffic controllers in budget request

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, April 6 (Reuters) - The Federal Aviation Administration said Monday it is proposing to hire 2 ...
ABC 7 Chicago

Air traffic controller out after mystery spell in tower

CHICAGO (WLS) -- "Las Vegas tower, United 448." The pilot of a Chicago-bound jetliner struggled to communicate with an incoherent air traffic controller before takeoff last Wednesday in Las Vegas and ...
CNBC

The government shutdown is over. The air traffic controller shortage is not

Airline executives are pushing lawmakers to make sure air traffic controllers and Transportation Security Administration workers are paid if there's another shutdown. Air traffic controller staffing ...
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America’s air traffic controller shortage is even worse during the government shutdown—but job candidates can make $145,000 per year

The U.S. government shutdown is affecting the livelihood of thousands of air traffic controllers, as they’re expected to keep working without a paycheck. It’s led to major staffing shortages and ...
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Tales From the Tower: The Air Traffic Controller Perspective

Here's a look at a typical day in the life of an ATC.
Forbes

Trump To Unpaid Air Traffic Controllers: ‘Get Back To Work, NOW!!!’ Or Leave Profession

President Donald Trump on Monday offered bonuses for unpaid air traffic controllers who did not miss work during the shutdown, but also suggested those who took time off should leave the profession ...