. Planning for Air Traffic Controller Retirement Early Effective planning for air traffic controller retirement should begin as early as possible. Because retirement may occur at age 50 or 56, depending on years of service, controllers must be proactive about saving and investing. Maximizing TSP contributions and understanding the full scope of the FERS system is essential. It’s als... https://www.federalpensionadvisors.com/post/air-traffic-controller-retirement