The FAA is launching a recruitment campaign targeting competitive video gamers to address an air traffic controller shortage. The Department of Transportation released a promotional video featuring games like Call of Duty and Fortnite, framing gaming's high-stress decision-making as preparation for the role. Applications open April 17 with an 8,000-submission cap.
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Attention, Gamers: The FAA wants YOU to be an air traffic controller
The FAA launches a recruitment campaign targeting competitive gamers to fill a critical air traffic controller shortage, opening applications April 17 with an 8,000-submission cap.
Monday, April 13, 2026 12:00 PM UTC2 MIN READSOURCE: The RegisterBY sys://pipeline
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