The Federal Aviation Administration announced new working hour rules for air traffic controllers following a runway incident at Reagan National Airport on April 18 in which two jetliners came within 400 feet of each other.
Air traffic controllers must have at least 10 hours of off-duty time between shifts, Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Mike Whitaker announced April 19.
FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker announced reforms to address air traffic controller fatigue and enhance safety measures, requiring 10 hours off between shifts, and more.