What Happened
FAA Cracks Down On Timecard Fraud Amid Safety Concerns
Two air traffic controllers at New York LaGuardia Airport face termination after leaving work about an hour early on the night of a fatal runway collision that killed two pilots and injured dozens more. The controllers left before their shifts ended, leaving two other controllers in the tower without additional backup as the airport dealt with unusually heavy traffic. The FAA has begun the process of terminating the two controllers, according to Reuters, citing a source familiar with the matter. The incident has sparked a broader discussion about air traffic controller staffing and safety, with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy vowing to take action against employees who take advantage of taxpayers. This development was first reported by AeroTime.