Elon Musk has called for retired air traffic controllers to return to work. There is a shortage of air traffic controllers!

Musk stated on his X social media account, "There is a shortage of first-class air traffic controllers." He urged retired air traffic controllers to consider returning to work.

The FAA has been experiencing a long-standing shortage of air traffic controllers. The agency has been under strict scrutiny due to increasing aviation disasters.

According to FAA data, more than 90% of airport towers in the US are facing staffing shortages. This situation can lead to disruptions in air traffic.

Musk was appointed during the Trump administration to reduce federal bureaucracy. During this process, thousands of employees lost their jobs.