According to her, Atlanta's air traffic control facilities are facing a "pretty substantial" shortfall of employees. "The tower itself has real severe shortages," said the researcher.

According to her, Atlanta's air traffic control facilities are facing a "pretty substantial" shortfall of employees. "The tower itself has real severe shortages," said the researcher.

Investigations Inside 11Alive News Investigates: Data shows Atlanta air traffic control understaffed Officials say the FAA faces a nationwide shortage of about 3,000 air traffic controllers.