America’s Air Traffic Control Crisis Exposes FAA’s Struggles

June 2, 2025

The U.S. Air Traffic Control (ATC) system, once a symbol of aviation excellence, is now facing a crisis marked by staffing shortages, outdated technology, and operational chaos.

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