Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a $5 hourly pay increase for air traffic controller trainees, raising their wage to $22.84. This initiative aims to enhance recruitment and retention efforts amid a nationwide staffing shortage, with over 90% of air traffic control facilities under-staffed. Duffy expressed that the raise will help trainees cover living costs during training. Furthermore, he announced plans to expedite hiring for high-scoring applicants and upgrade outdated technology that has become costly to maintain. These efforts are part of addressing longstanding challenges within the air traffic control system, as highlighted by recent safety concerns.
The FAA will increase air traffic controller trainees' pay by $5 an hour to address recruitment and retention issues and ensure trainees can afford living costs.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized the need to make air traffic controller positions more attractive with higher wages, efficient hiring processes, and technological upgrades.
More than 90% of air traffic control facilities are short-staffed, emphasizing the urgency of the FAA's recruitment and retention efforts.
Mr. Duffy highlighted the outdated technology in the system, stressing the need for upgrades, as continued reliance on antiquated equipment is costly and inefficient.
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