New FAA Program Moves to Strengthen Controller Pipeline, Standardize Training

Pilot program transfers busy Contract Towers to FAA.

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Federal Aviation Administration

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https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/new-faa-program-moves-strengthen-controller-pipeline-standardize-training

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May 18, 2026, 4:00 AM

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Jul 21, 2026, 7:13 AM

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New FAA Program Moves to Strengthen Controller Pipeline, Standardize Training
Pilot program transfers busy Contract Towers to FAA.
Published (UTC): 2026-05-18T04:00:00.000Z
Source: Federal Aviation Administration
Original source: https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/new-faa-program-moves-strengthen-controller-pipeline-standardize-training

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