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Americans leave a huge chunk of change at airport security checkpoints − here’s what it means for the debate over getting rid of pennies
The latest TSA figure shows that during 2023, air travelers left almost $1 million in small change at checkpoints. This is roughly double the amount left behind in 2012.
FAA will soon be able to hire thousands of new staff as reauthorization bill heads to Biden’s desk
The agency is hopeful the hiring spree will mitigate flight delays, employee fatigue and near accidents at airports.
Congress reaches a bipartisan breakthrough on air traffic controller staffing
After months of false starts, an FAA reauthorization is within reach and promises to address critical workforce shortfalls.
Senate FAA bill drops ‘maximum hiring’ provision aimed at addressing staffing crisis
The bill would take several steps to tackle workforce issues that could cripple the national aviation system, but employee groups are warning they are insufficient.
Biden to require feds to take public transit, other ‘green’ options when traveling
Federal employees should also consider bike sharing or not traveling at all under new guidance.
Overtime, staffing shortages and shutdowns to blame for recent air safety issues, panel finds
A task force is calling on FAA to "urgently" address its staffing issues to avoid further risks to the flying public.
Biden’s FAA nominee promises renewed focus on reversing air traffic controller understaffing
There is bipartisan support to quickly address the shortfalls.
Per diem rates for federal workers will increase this fall, GSA says
The standard lodging rate will jump by nearly $10 beginning in October, as the government continues to confront recent inflation.
The House, Senate and White House all want more FAA staffing, but disagree on how to get there
All parties acknowledge the agency is facing a crisis that will cause mass disruptions to air travel absent more resources.
Flight Delays Will Spike This Summer Due to FAA Staffing Shortages, the Agency Warns
Union leader says the FAA is taking some positive steps to address the crisis, but a solution is years away.
FAA is Facing a Looming Staffing Crisis as Post-Pandemic Needs Grow
Lawmakers suggest expanding the workforce pool to fill shortages, noting the aviation industry is overwhelmingly staffed by white men.
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