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Tammy Duckworth: “The safety of our skies would not be possible if not for the dedicated air traffic controllers who are too often…”

On the recordJune 24, 2026
The safety of our skies would not be possible if not for the dedicated air traffic controllers who are too often overworked, understaffed and forced to use antiquated equipment.
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Tammy Duckworth
Democratic · Illinois

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Emphasizing the role of air traffic controllers in aviation safety.

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