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In a recent development, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that they will be increasing the required amount of rest time for air traffic controllers in response to concerns over fatigue amid a staffing shortage. This decision comes as the FAA aims to improve air travel safety in the wake of close calls at airports and other industry challenges.
According to FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker, the changes will require controllers to have at least 10 hours of rest between shifts, up from nine hours, and 12 hours of rest before an overnight shift. This move is based on feedback from air traffic control facilities across the country, where concerns were raised about schedules not allowing controllers to get adequate rest.
The shortage of air traffic controllers, exacerbated by a hiring pause during the Covid-19 pandemic, has led to forced overtime and packed schedules for staff at some facilities. To address this issue, the FAA hired 1,500 controllers last year and plans to hire 1,800 more this year. It’s worth noting that air traffic controllers in the U.S. are required to retire at age 56.
This announcement was made alongside an FAA-ordered report on air traffic controller fatigue, which recommended the new rest requirements. As the aviation industry continues to navigate challenges, it is crucial to prioritize the safety and well-being of air traffic controllers to ensure seamless and secure air travel.
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