FAA expecting 25,000 applications for entry level ATC employment in a seven day period

US FAA announced (02-Aug-2016) it will be accepting applications from entry level candidates for ATC positions from 08-Aug-2016 to 15-Aug-2016. FAA expects more than 25,000 applications for approximately 1400 positions during the seven day job opening. All applicants will need to meet basic qualifications and answer specific questions for the position. [more - original PR]