Difficult and low paying training position that builds to something greater - Air Traffic Control Trainee FAA Employee Review

5.0
Mar 31, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Generous food and housing allowance in addition to salary while in training. Ample time to study and train during academy. Great opportunity if you pass the academy.

Cons

Extremely difficult, will probably be the most mentally draining months of your professional life. Forced relocation to Oklahoma City while in academy.

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Mar 4, 2026
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Cons

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5.0
Jun 25, 2026
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Pros

Diverse technical problems, good work life balance, ability to move around

Cons

Sometimes slow paced sometimes extremely fast paced, slow learning curve

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