Recent outages of the air traffic control radar system, notably a 30-second blackout on April 28, have raised alarms about the outdated technology used for air traffic management. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy highlighted the reliance on antiquated systems like floppy disks and copper wires, which failed to support the demands of modern air travel. This incident caused trauma among controllers, and multiple investigations reveal the pressing need for system updates. A Government Accountability Office report indicated that many existing systems are unsustainable, with calls for urgent modernization to avoid future safety crises.
For 30 seconds, the radar and the radio cut off, leaving air traffic controllers blind and deaf in a busy airspace, risking thousands of lives.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy stated that the current systems, including floppy disks and copper wires, are ineffective for managing today's air traffic.
Collin Scoggins, a former air traffic controller, mentioned the emotional toll of recurrent failures in the system, highlighting a lack of serious response from authorities.
A Government Accountability Office report revealed that 51 of the FAA's 138 air traffic control systems are unsustainable, demanding urgent modernization to ensure safety.
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