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Washington Examinerpolitics12 days ago
FAA Administrator Says Air Travel Remains Safe
Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Bryan Bedford stated this week that the U.S. air traffic system is fundamentally safe. He noted ongoing modernization efforts while acknowledging some infrastructure still relies on decades-old technology.
medium.comtechnology12 days ago
FAA Head Says Air Traffic Control System Is Safe but Relies on Decades-Old Computers
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford told CBS News the system remains reliable despite using 1970s and 1980s technology. He said modernization projects totaling $12.5 billion are underway through 2028, with an additional $10 billion phase planned.
en.globes.co.ilbusiness14 days ago
SeRo Systems Awarded EUROCONTROL Contract for GRX Surveillance Receivers
SeRo Systems received a contract from EUROCONTROL to supply GRX single- and multi-band receivers for air traffic surveillance across Europe. The company completed two delivery batches in January and April 2026 and will ship the final units in June.
Fox Newspolitics22 days ago
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy Compares Predecessor Pete Buttigieg to Sloth in Video on Reforms
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy posted a video on X comparing former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to a sloth while highlighting changes in air traffic control and trucker licensing. The post referenced spending and policy differences between the current administrat…
New York Postpolitics48 days ago
FAA: Two Planes Come Within 350 Feet During JFK Approach, Avoid Collision
Two commercial flights came within 350 feet of each other during approach at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Monday afternoon. Air traffic controllers issued urgent corrections, and both planes landed safely. The Federal Aviation Administration will investigate the incid…
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US Transportation Secretary Praises Gamer Recruitment for Air Traffic Controllers
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy described a new program recruiting video gamers as air traffic controllers as wildly successful, noting thousands of applications. The initiative aims to address a shortage in the field. Duffy also expressed concerns over airport delays caus…
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US Government Highlights Video Gaming Skills for Air Traffic Controller Careers
The US government has identified skills from video gaming as beneficial for air traffic controller positions. This approach addresses concerns about gaming's effects on youth. The Federal Aviation Administration notes that gaming experience can aid in developing necessary coordin…
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