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Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»­³öÆ· Advances Air Traffic Control Excellence, Pursues Enhanced FAA Status

Published: June 8, 2026.

A recent WGN-TV Cover Story features its , which is preparing the next generation of controllers to address a nationwide workforce shortage. The segment showcases Lewis’ advanced simulation labs, expert faculty, and strong student outcomes, including a 100 percent FAA Academy pass rate among program participants.

Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»­³öÆ· is actively pursuing enhanced ATC status, a designation that would significantly benefit students and the aviation industry. Enhanced status would allow Lewis to offer a more streamlined pathway to FAA certification, reduce training time at the FAA Academy, and increase opportunities for direct hiring into controller positions. It would also strengthen collaboration with the FAA, expand enrollment capacity, and further elevate the University’s national leadership in ATC education.

This initiative underscores Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»­³öÆ·’s commitment to innovation, workforce development, and meeting the evolving needs of the aviation industry while supporting economic growth across the region.


 

Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»­³öÆ· is a modern, enterprising, Catholic university with a growing student enrollment from GED through doctoral level programs. As part of the global Lasallian network of 65 universities, Lewis is known for preparing graduates who impact the world for the better. Visit www.lewisu.edu for further information.



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