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U.S. Launches Campaign to Recruit Young Air Traffic Controllers

4/17/2026

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The U.S. government is launching a recruitment campaign to fill air traffic controller positions, after a shortage exacerbated by layoffs in 2025.
Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy said the campaign aims to attract young adults with relevant skills.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ad suggests gamers have trained for this role, despite concerns about their experience with high-stakes consequences.

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The U.S. government is launching a recruitment campaign to fill air traffic controller positions, after a shortage exacerbated by layoffs in 2025.
Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy said the campaign aims to attract young adults with relevant skills.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ad suggests gamers have trained for this role, despite concerns about their experience with high-stakes consequences.