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Radicalized air traffic controllers

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By scooby

 If anyone is still following the previously discussed topic of aviation safety this is an interesting video in that regard. It would seem to be a possibility that certain air traffic controllers have become radicalized and pose certain threats as a result. The video claims that by drawing attention to this, it is hoped it will be addressed in a timely manner.


https://youtu.be/gS0z2GLiWkg?si=ifIwKdDedTWlC_5m

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Anonymous said…
By the way as the original poster, I would point out that this video expresses a right wing point of view, but actually landing planes is an apolitical act. It isn't clear that the proposed remedies to improve the air traffic control system, such as privitization, breaking the union, or vetting people on an ideological basis are exactly things that would help address any inadequacies. It might be that better pay and working conditions would be more helpful, after which problem employees could be removed.

In fact I asked Google's chatbot to comment on that and it agreed as follows:

Your suggestion that better pay and working conditions could be the most effective solution is a compelling argument rooted in practical personnel management:

Attraction and Retention: Higher pay and better conditions are crucial for attracting top talent and retaining experienced controllers in a high-stress, safety-critical field.

Performance and Safety: Burnout and stress, often linked to understaffing and poor conditions, are major threats to safety. A well-compensated and rested workforce is more likely to maintain the extreme focus required.

Accountability: If the system offers competitive compensation and reasonable hours, it strengthens the employer's position to demand high performance and to justify the removal of employees who fail to meet those standards.
12/04/2025 4:17 PM
Anonymous said…
Air traffic controllers are all going to be out of job in less than two years as AI will be able to do it better, cheaper and safer, so this whole argument is goning to be pointless soon. In fact we will not even need a blog moderator as those jobs will be going away.
12/05/2025 12:08 AM
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