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EPISODE · Mar 28, 2025 · 6 MIN

Here's Why There's a Shortage of Air Traffic Controllers

from Here's Why · host Bloomberg

A spate of plane accidents, botched landings and near-misses in the US and elsewhere has raised widespread concerns about air safety. While the likelihood of a plane crash remains incredibly low, experts are concerned that a global shortage of air traffic controllers could make flying more dangerous. Our transport reporter Danny Lee joins host Stephen Carroll to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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