Bloomberg Technology·2 min read

US Government Pitches Gamers a Career as Air Traffic Controllers

US government recruits gamers for air traffic control roles.

In a surprising turn, the US government is encouraging video gamers to consider careers as air traffic controllers, a role essential for managing the safety of US airspace. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Transportation Department launched a campaign to attract this demographic, highlighting the lucrative potential of the job, which involves overseeing around 45,000 flights daily.

Key Takeaways

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    The FAA manages approximately 45,000 flights daily across the US.

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    The campaign aims to attract video gamers for a lucrative career path.

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