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flag FAA cuts hiring steps and raises salaries to combat air traffic controller shortage.

flag The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) plans to boost the hiring of air traffic controllers by reducing the hiring process from eight to five steps and increasing starting salaries by 30%, aiming to address a shortage of nearly 3,500 controllers. flag The pay for air traffic controller trainees will rise from $17.61 to $22.84 per hour. flag Elon Musk has also urged retired controllers to return to work. flag These measures aim to enhance recruitment and retention amid aviation safety concerns.

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