Contracting out

[goddammit]

This topic is intended for those with first hand experience of ATC being contracted to a service provider, eg SERCO, VT
In your experience, what have been the disadvantages/advantages? On balance, has it been a success?

[Buster the Bear]

In a word, personally, BRILLIANT!

[FWA NATCA]

Contract ATC,

How about long hours, no breaks, most employees are part time, no protection against law suits, little chance for advancement, Profits over safety, need more be said.

Mike