Air Traffic Control Simulator

air traffic control, government shutdown

As Shutdown Slows Air Traffic Training, These Schools Are Stepping In

The funding impasse in Washington is worsening the already acute shortage of air traffic controllers, slowing efforts to fill the approximately 14,000 controller positions needed to effectively manag...

Cache Valley Daily · 4d

New USU program addresses air traffic control shortages

Opinion

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Why Is The Air Traffic Control System Still Part Of The Government?

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Airlines still canceling flights under FAA order. At RDU, delays are more common.

Most travelers at Raleigh-Durham International Airport will find that their flights haven’t been cancelled as a result of the federal government shutdown.

EconoTimes · 22h

FAA Eases Flight Cuts as Government Shutdown Nears End

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There’s no timeline on when flight cuts will ease up after the government shutdown ends

New Hampshire Public Radio

Nashua program aims to address air traffic controller shortage amid nationwide flight disruptions

The Federal Aviation Administration has long struggled with a shortage of air traffic controllers and the recent government shutdown has only exacerbated the crisis.

The Utah Statesman

New simulators elevate aviation program

With both the 737 and air traffic control simulators now in place, USU’s aviation program has positioned itself as one of the most advanced collegiate flight schools in the region. USU’s flight school is ranked No. 18 in the nation with over 1,000 flight schools in the U.S.

AZ Central

What to know about traveling during the government shutdown

The government shutdown led to staffing shortages at air traffic control facilities, delaying flights. Travelers may experience longer security lines at airports as some TSA officers do not report to work. Controllers and TSA officers are required to work ...

CNN

Air traffic control staffing problems continue to cause delays as shutdown drags on

The Federal Aviation Administration reported 12 of their facilities were short-staffed on Friday, including some which have caused delays for travelers. Phoenix Sky Harbor International airport will not have the normal number of staff in its control tower ...