FAA hires 2,000+ gamers to be air traffic controllers

The Federal Aviation Administration has hired over 2,000 gamers to become air traffic controllers. The move is part of a recruitment drive that has been described as highly successful by the Department of Transportation. The FAA's hiring campaign has been praised for its speed and efficiency, with a 94% hiring goal achieved in record time. The initiative has also sparked controversy, with critics expressing concerns about the safety implications of hiring gamers for such critical roles.

The recruitment drive has been met with mixed reactions. Tom's Hardware and LiveNOW from FOX have both highlighted the success of the campaign, noting that the new hires could potentially earn up to $155,000. CBS News has also covered the story, focusing on the potential for gamers to transition into air traffic control roles. The Independent has raised alarms about the safety of the initiative, quoting critics who express fears about the potential consequences of gamers making mistakes in high-stakes situations.

The FAA's hiring of gamers has been framed as a way to build 'the strongest, sharpest workforce in aviation history'. The Trump administration has been credited with the initiative, which has been described as a 'supercharged' hiring campaign. The Independent's coverage does not yet specify whether the administration has addressed the safety concerns raised by critics.