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FAA says it hired more than 2,000 'gamers' to train as air traffic controllers
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Kelly Broderick , as published by NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A significant number of people applied for air traffic controller positions, with 12,350 applications received in mid-April.
The Federal Aviation Administration has hired over 2,000 individuals to train as air traffic controllers. This development follows an April campaign targeting gamers for these roles. A significant number of people applied for air traffic controller positions, with 12,350 applications received in mid-April.
Further details on the FAA's hiring efforts and plans for the air traffic controller workforce are available from the source, including information on the agency's goals for modernizing the National Airspace System.
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Category: parks Published: August 12, 2026 Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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