#Air Traffic Control Tower
"It's Not A Game": FAA Targets Gamers As US Faces 3,500 Air Traffic Controller Shortfall
As the US faces a 3,500 air traffic controller shortfall, the FAA is making a bold move by targeting gamers for recruitm...
Not Again: "Strong Odor" Evacuates DC Air Traffic Control For 2nd Time This Month
A similar incident recorded two weeks ago was caused by an overheating circuit board, which had to be replaced.
No Transponder, No Warning: NTSB Details LaGuardia Alert Failure
NTSB says LaGuardia’s surface warning system was "unable to alert."
ATC Veteran Reveals The Complexities Of Air Traffic Control
From Tower Controller to Traffic Management, James Gillman's ambitious career in ATC reveals the untold pressures of the...
Peraton: What We Know About The Company In Charge Of The New ATC System
Peraton has been awarded the contract as prime integrator of the new air traffic control system.
FAA Looks To Hire Nearly 9,000 Air Traffic Controllers Over The Next 3 Years
Why the FAA needs to boost hiring at the US's ATC towers.
FAA & Control Tower Scrutinized In January Midair Collision At Reagan Airport
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) alleges that the regulator was aware of persistent risks at the airport.
Not Only Newark: When ATC Outages Affected Other Airports
Closing out 2024, the FAA reports a precariously widespread technology issue. Fast forward to May 2025, and ATC failures...
“It’s A Chronic Understaffed Occupation”: New Report Finds 90% Of ATC Facilities Are Short-Handed
A former Chicago controller recalled staffing shortages occurred when they “retired 17 years ago.”
5 Unique Air Traffic Control Towers At US Airports That Stand Out From The Crowd
ATC towers in the US can be remarkable for elegant design, exceptional height, earthquake-proofing, and various other fa...
Meet AIMEE: London Heathrow Airport Tests AI To Assist Air Traffic Controllers
This new capability aims to improve safety and efficiency in managing the airport's high flight volume.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International: 5 Fast Facts About The World's Busiest Airport
You know ATL as the world's busiest airport, but here are some fast facts that you may not know.
Which US Airports Have The Tallest Air Traffic Control Towers?
A guide to the US' highest ATC facilities.
Grand Rapids Airport To Replace 60-Year-Old Air Traffic Control Tower
The old tower needs to be replaced to make way for new infrastructure projects.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport Experiences 2nd Fire In less Than 2 Months
Three people were injured, with one going to hospital for further observation.
Wow: 5 Recognizable Landmarks That Make Certain US Airports Stand Out From The Crowd
Several structures, with their unique and striking qualities, have caught the attention of many travelers.
When America Flies: FAA Air Traffic By The Numbers
Every day, 2.9 million people fly over American airspace and are carried by over 45,000 aircraft.
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The Evolution Of Air Traffic Control
It all began with using a flag.
Explained: How The FAA’s Airport Control Tower Sitting Process Affect The Height Of ATC Towers
The designers must opt for the shortest possible tower that meets all requirements.
History: How Have Air Traffic Control Towers Evolved Over The Years?
The expansion of airports drove the need for tall free-standing control towers.