ORLANDO, Fla. — As millions of people prepare to fly for the holiday season there are new concerns about safety in the skies.
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An investigation by the New York Times found repeated lapses by air traffic control personnel.
They include sleeping on the job and the use of alcohol.
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The industry is facing scrutiny after an unprecedented amount of near collisions between aircraft.
Despite more passengers and planes in the air, there are about 1,000 fewer air traffic controllers than a decade ago.
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A union that represents air traffic controls is denouncing the report by the New York Times.
However, they do admit there is ongoing staffing concerns are an issue.
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