Notes on employment for Air traffic controllers

  • Nearly all air traffic controllers are employed by the Federal Aviation Administration, part of the Federal Government.
  • Large numbers of air traffic controllers will be eligible to retire over the next decade, potentially creating many job openings.
  • Aircraft controllers earn relatively high pay and have good benefits.




More information on Air traffic controllers from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Overview of Air traffic controllers occupation
Number of Air traffic controllers in the U.S.
Salary and earnings for Air traffic controllers
Working conditions for Air traffic controllers
Significant points for Air traffic controllers
Training requirements for Air traffic controllers



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