The FAA's Gamble: Can Gen Z Save Air Traffic Control? The Federal Aviation Administration's decision to hire over 2,000 air traffic controllers from a pool of video game enthusiasts has sparked debate about its merits.
On one hand, this approach is seen as a creative solution to plug the decades long shortage of skilled employees in air traffic control.
However, experts warn that relying on gamers may not be enough to address the underlying issues plaguing the sector.