FAA issues new rules to combat air traffic controller fatigue
- The Federal Aviation Administration is implementing new rest rules for U.S. Air traffic controllers to address fatigue issues affecting air safety.
- Controllers must now have 10 hours off between shifts and 12 hours off before a midnight shift. The mandate takes effect in 90 days, according to FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker.
- Concerns over fatigue amid a staffing shortage prompted the changes, recommended by a panel of experts and backed by an FAA-ordered report.
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