Steven P. McNicoll wrote:
"Panglos" wrote in message
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I would like to see ATC require at least one controller in 5000 to have
a pilots license and a minimal amount of aviating ability or knowledge.


There are already more than three licensed pilots working as FAA air traffic
controllers.


Last time I toured my local small TRACON, there were more than that _on
duty_ at the time of my tour. Quite a few had every rating to CFII.