FAA agrees with NATCA on new rest rules for air traffic controllers, addressing staffing shortages and fatigue.

The FAA has reached an agreement with the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) to introduce new rest rules for air traffic controllers, addressing staffing shortages and controller fatigue. The new rules will require controllers to receive 10 hours off duty between shifts and 12 hours off before and after midnight shifts, with limits on consecutive overtime assignments. The FAA will hire an additional 1,800 controllers this year, acknowledging staffing shortages and the impact of fatigue on public safety.