FAA hires 2,000+ gamers to be air traffic controllers
Summary
The U.S. Department of Transportation is recruiting over 2,000 video game players to become air traffic controllers. They believe the skills gamers have can help manage airport air traffic safely and efficiently.Key Facts
- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is hiring more than 2,000 new air traffic controllers.
- The recruitment campaign targets people who play video games regularly.
- The FAA thinks gaming skills like quick decision-making and multitasking are useful for air traffic control.
- Air traffic controllers help guide planes to ensure safe takeoffs, flights, and landings.
- This hiring effort aims to fill workforce needs at airports across the U.S.
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