The U.S. Department of Transportation is offering bonuses to air traffic controllers who are set to retire as an incentive to keep them in the workforce as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) seeks to increase their number. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said it is a key to handling the staffing shortage.
“I think what is key, we have offered a bonus to air traffic controllers who are eligible to retire. We are going to pay them 20 percent bonus on their salary to stay longer. Don’t retire,” Secretary Duffy continued. “So as we bring more air traffic controllers in, and keep the older, experienced controllers, we’re going to be able to make up that difference.”
In addition to being understaffed, air traffic control technology is aging and critical infrastructure has not been tended in recent years.
The FAA is working to install additional Tower Simulation Systems around the country to facilitate the certification of air traffic controllers.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Duffy to receive God’s wisdom as he addresses the air traffic controller shortage.
- For Acting Administrator Christopher Rocheleau as he oversees the Federal Aviation Administration.
- For President Trump and members of his administration to seek the Lord as they implement their policies.
