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FAA Hires Gamers as Air Traffic Controllers | Duluth News
The FAA’s bold new plan to recruit over 2,000 video gamers as air traffic controllers is sparking buzz—yes, gamers are being trained to manage the skies, thanks to their lightning-fast reflexes and spatial skills. This unconventional hiring push aims to modernize staffing amid growing demand, though skeptics question if gaming prowess translates to real-world aviation safety. Rigorous training will turn virtual gamers into real controllers, guiding planes through complex airspace. It’s a wild twist in aviation history—and we’re watching to see if it takes flight. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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