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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg emphasized the need to address the concerns of overworked air traffic controllers by hiring 2,000 additional controllers. The move follows a report highlighting the prevalence of exhaustion and burnout among controllers, potentially compromising safety. In response, the FAA implemented new rules mandating extended breaks between shifts. Buttigieg emphasized the importance of providing adequate support for controllers, including investments in technology and addressing workforce shortages.

French air traffic controllers are set to strike on Thursday, April 25, potentially causing major disruptions to flights to and from France. The strike action is expected to result in the cancellation of 75% of flights at Paris Orly Airport, 66% of flights at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, and significant reductions at other major airports in France. Flights crossing French airspace could also be affected, leading to potential delays and cancellations across Europe. British tourists traveling to and from France are advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport. The strike is part of a larger industrial action by French air traffic controllers over planned restructuring of air navigation services, demands for a pay raise, and requests for additional staffing.

In response to two near-miss incidents at major Northeast airports, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced new rules requiring air traffic controllers to take more time off between shifts. The decision comes after an expert panel highlighted fatigue as a significant concern within the system. The new requirements aim to mitigate the risks associated with fatigue and ensure the safety of air travel.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is increasing the amount of rest time required between shifts for air traffic controllers to address concerns about fatigue and enhance aviation safety. The new policy requires 10 hours of rest between shifts and 12 hours of rest before an overnight shift, effective in 90 days. This move follows a series of close calls on runways, including two incidents last week where airline pilots aborted takeoffs due to other aircraft entering active runways.