The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean Duffy’s plan, announced yesterday, to increase the number of air traffic controllers (ATC) to enhance aviation safety.

He said the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will lead an effort to “supercharge” the certification and hiring of air traffic controllers to reduce the ATC staffing shortage.

“The United States is the world leader in aviation safety, and we thank Secretary Duffy for this focused plan to ensure we have the air traffic controllers needed to bolster the controller workforce, and enhance the safety and efficiency of the nation’s airspace", said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen.

“Our air traffic control system is the safest and most efficient in the world, but ensuring it is ready to meet the needs of all stakeholders in the future will require a workforce that is empowered and prepared", said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. “This bill is an investment in aviation safety. We applaud Sens. Hoeven, Moran and Shaheen for their leadership, and we urge Congress to pass this bill promptly".

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