FAA, Elon Musk and air traffic control

FAA plans to 'supercharge' air traffic control with faster hiring and pay raises. What you should know before applying to the high-stress job.
Air traffic controllers now earn $160,000 on average and the job doesn't require a college degree. But the career comes with high stress.
FAA Reportedly Considering Musk-Owned Company For $2 Billion Air Traffic Control Modernization Contract
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is considering canceling its $2.4 billion air traffic control communications system contract with Verizon and
Musk pitches Starlink for FAA use over ‘dire’ state of air traffic control
Without citing evidence, Musk said the air traffic control communication system managed by L3Harris is “breaking down” and "the situation is extremely dire."
FAA Announces ‘Hiring Supercharge’ For Air Traffic Controllers—But Don’t Expect An Immediate Fix To The Shortage
The decades-long shortage of air traffic controllers in the U.S. won’t be solved anytime soon, even with a hiring blitz.
US transport chief seeks to boost air traffic control hiring
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said on Thursday the Trump administration will take steps to boost air traffic controller hiring after a series of recent safety incidents again raised questions about a persistent staffing shortage.
Despite DOGE layoffs, FAA announces hiring effort at air traffic control academy
The Trump administration announced an air traffic control 'hiring supercharge' at the FAA's academy, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced. Hiring started Thursday.
FAA revs up air traffic controller hire drive as Musk pleads retirees to return
The FAA will ‘supercharge’ efforts to recruit more air traffic controllers as the US attempts to address a long-running shortage of staff.
US transportation secretary announces plan to 'supercharge' air traffic controller hiring
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy made a trip to OKC's Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center to visit with staff and air traffic control students.
Report: Starlink and FAA could partner, work to upgrade air traffic control systems
Democratic lawmakers say the FAA possibly adopting Starlink raises potential ethical concerns and conflicts of interest since Elon Musk is spearheading the Trump administration’s effort to
Latest Headlines | FAA increasing starting salaries for air traffic controllers
FAA increasing starting salaries for air traffic controllers. Posted: February 28, 2025 \| Last updated: February 28, 2025. These are the top stories from the 5
Air Traffic Control Trainees to Get Raise, in Nod to Cost of Living
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the increase to almost $23 an hour is intended to boost recruitment and retention.
Starlink poised to take over $2.4 billion contract to overhaul air traffic control communication
The contract had already been awarded to Verizon, but now a SpaceX-led team within the FAA is reportedly recommending it go ...
NTSB cites air traffic controller distraction in California near miss as DOT targets staffing shortages
A near collision at a major California airport two years ago was caused by an air traffic controller distracted by a third ...
Elon Musk says he's sending Starlink tech to FAA while asserting, without evidence, that air safety is 'at risk'
Elon Musk said Thursday that he’s sending his Starlink satellite internet terminals to the Federal Aviation Administration ...