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Regina Mendez Scott
Former aspiring air traffic controller. Recounts her 15-year pursuit of the career, detailing the hostile culture and discrimination she faced.
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Jul 29, 2025
• 34min
Inside the system burning out air traffic control trainees
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Lori Aratani and Ian Duncan, transportation reporters for The Washington Post, explore the alarming dropout rates among air traffic control trainees and the systemic issues fueling this crisis. They discuss the high-stakes training environment that fosters intense pressure, often leading to mental health struggles. Regina Mendez Scott, a former aspiring controller, shares her personal journey—highlighting the culture of hostility and discrimination she faced over 15 years. Together, they shed light on the urgent need for reform within the FAA to support and retain promising talent.
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