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flag The U.S. faces a critical air traffic controller shortage, with 4,000 jobs unfilled as of 2024, threatening aviation safety and efficiency.

flag The U.S. faces a severe shortage of air traffic controllers, with about 4,000 positions unfilled as of 2024, worsened by a 43-day government shutdown that disrupted hiring and accelerated retirements. flag Despite the FAA’s goal to hire 8,900 new controllers by 2028, the rigorous hiring process—requiring U.S. citizenship, a bachelor’s degree, passing a non-studyable aptitude test, and medical and background checks—limits applicants. flag Training at the FAA’s Oklahoma City academy takes eight to 12 weeks, but high attrition rates persist. flag Experts warn that ongoing political instability and pay uncertainty threaten recruitment, raising concerns about aviation safety and efficiency as air travel grows.

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