From Airforce to FAA ATC?

Question

Im currently an air traffic controller for the airforce and plan on getting out when my 6yrs is up and going into the FAA. Ive filled for bankruptcy though and im not sure if that will play in effect when trying to get into the faa? any one got any answers for that? will i still be able to get in? thanks

Answer 1

The FAA's security screening division would probably ask about the issue during the telephone security interview but if you're truthful and have a plan to correct your financial issues then I doubt it would be an issue.

Answer 2

I'm a pilot and have talked to a few air traffic controllers... the only reason I can think of that you would have trouble due to bankruptcy is that you have to qualify for a "Secret" security clearance.

And we need more controllers at the field who say "check gear down" -- so you'd be welcome as far as I'm concerned.

Answer 3

The FAA is not going to make the Bankruptcy that big a deal - h**l in this economy half the US is hurting.

I linked below the FAA website that gives you information on being an Air Traffic Controller.  They are looking hard for Controllers and with your expereince in the Air Force I am sure you would be a shoe in.

Answer 4

The other's answers concerning the sensitive security clearance are correct.  Answer honestly and you shouldn't have a problem.

However, you may want to reconsider joining the FAA as an air traffic controller.  Pay scales have been cut, work rules have been imposed and our working environment gets worse everyday.  FAA controllers have been working without a contract since Labor Day September 2006.

The reality is that the FAA is desperate to hire new controller trainees because we have had enough.  Working conditions are worse than existed before the controller strike in 1981, except now we are mostly becoming eligible to retire.  Controllers are retiring at the rate of 4-6 per day leaving most facilities short staffed.

Consider DOD or contract towers for better pay and working conditions.

Visit:

http://jurassicbark.blogspot.com/2008/07...

for more information.

Good luck.