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FAA plans to ‘supercharge’ air traffic control with faster hiring and pay raises. What you should know before applying to the high-stress job.

FAA plans to ‘supercharge’ air traffic control with faster hiring and pay raises. What you should know before applying to the high-stress job.

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The FAA announced its first round of 2025 air traffic controller hiring on Thursday.The job is high-stress with challenges like fatigue, but the average annual salary is six figures.Controllers must undergo rigorous training and testing and retire at 56.The Trump Administration has a plan to increase air traffic control staffing:…