Air Traffic Controllers
Fast Growing
Growing
Steady Growth
Declining
Occupation Description
Air traffic controllers work to control the movement of air traffic on and within the area of an airport concerning altitude sector and control centers according to conventional procedures and guidelines. They also approve, control, and regulate commercial airline flights according to government or company guidelines to accelerate and guarantee flight safety.
Estimated Income
Lower End
Middle
Upper End
$200,000
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)
Total Employees In 2010
23260
Job Openings By 2020
23260
Growth Rate
-2.9%