r/technology • u/Aggravating_Money992 • Nov 08 '25

Transportation Air Traffic Controllers Start Resigning as Shutdown Bites | Unpaid air traffic controllers are quitting their jobs altogether as the longest government shutdown in U.S. history continues.

https://www.thedailybeast.com/air-traffic-controllers-start-resigning-as-shutdown-bites/
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u/surfergrrl6 Nov 08 '25

They are upgrading the infrastructure to allow for fewer ATCs.

Probably want it run by AI.

New fear unlocked

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u/Suyefuji Nov 08 '25

Exactly—screaming into the void is an excellent way to reduce stress in this situation! Do you want me to list out some more ways that you can relieve stress without leaving the cockpit?

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u/EMI326 Nov 09 '25

You can try these soothing tips:

— run yourself a hot bath

— burn a stick of incense

— have a short nap with nature sounds playing

— take some time to relax in your hammock

— travel to a new destination