James, having qualified air traffic controllers is as essential as fuel in the tank. Without them, the whole system sputters. Safety and efficiency must be the guiding stars, no question. But instead of seeing diversity as something steering us off-course, we should see it as a co-pilot that can cruise right alongside good ol’ merit-based hiring. If the FAA fine-tunes its hiring, speeds up training without cutting corners, and stays tuned in to folks who know the ropes, we can fill those controller seats while keeping both safety and fairness in check. Let’s aim for a win-win: skilled controllers at the helm, ranks filled to meet demand, modern equipment to support them, and representation that reflects the diverse skies we share—all working together for safer, smoother flying for everyone.
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