Navigating Air Traffic Training

This chapter explores the challenges and psychological pressures faced by air traffic controller trainees, emphasizing the impact of a punitive training culture on their learning and development. It discusses the importance of mentorship and support within the high-stakes environment of aviation training, alongside stories of those who have left the program due to toxic experiences. The conversation also draws parallels to training practices in other high-pressure fields, like medicine, highlighting the need for resilience and effective coping strategies.