To Fill Air Traffic Controller Shortage, F.A.A. Turns to Gamers
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The F.A.A. is recruiting video gamers to address a national air traffic controller shortage.
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This recruitment initiative aims to improve air travel safety and efficiency by filling critical air traffic controller roles.
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The F.A.A. is now targeting avid video game players to fill its air traffic controller shortage. This recruitment strategy aims to leverage skills developed through gaming, such as quick decision-making and spatial reasoning, for critical federal roles. The move highlights a broader trend where federal agencies, including the military and the Department of Homeland Security, are also recruiting gamers. This initiative seeks to address staffing shortfalls in essential government functions by tapping into a non-traditional talent pool.
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The F.A.A. is actively recruiting avid video game players to fill air traffic controller positions.
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To Fill Air Traffic Controller Shortage, F.A.A. Turns to Gamers - The New York Times
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