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New Workforce Strategy Aims to Hire Thousands and Modernize Scheduling
The Federal Aviation Administration has unveiled a new workforce plan to address the nationwide air traffic controller shortage. The plan, which was announced by FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford, calls for hiring thousands of new controllers and modernizing scheduling systems to reduce overwork. The agency aims to reach a full staffing target of 12,563 certified professional controllers, with plans to hire 2,200 new controllers in fiscal year 2026. The plan was reported by Just The News.