SMRTR TechApr 12, 2026Engadget

The FAA is encouraging gamers to get jobs in air traffic control

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The Federal Aviation Administration launched a gaming-focused recruitment campaign targeting young adults for air traffic control positions, drawing parallels between gaming skills and managing aircraft traffic. Facing a critical shortage with 6 percent fewer controllers than 2015 despite 10 percent more flights, the FAA offers $155,000 average salaries and emphasizes that gamers possess transferable skills needed for the demanding role.

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