"But even the end of the shutdown doesn't fix the the broader air traffic controller shortage that's been plaguing American flyers for years. Artificial intelligence, with its ability to analyze troves of data and potentially upend industries, might be able to help. After all, some in the field have called AI as impactful on everyday life as electricity or fire."
"While AI does have some practical uses in aviation like crunching data on weather patterns or aircraft trajectories, experts highlighted a range of reasons why the technology won't be a substitute for air traffic controllers anytime soon - or likely ever. "It's a human system, and it's human-centered for sure because it demands almost near perfect performance," said Ross Sagun, a former pilot and air traffic controller with more than 50 years of flight experience. "The smallest mistakes can turn into giant disasters.""
A prolonged government shutdown caused widespread flight delays and cancellations by exacerbating an existing shortage of air traffic controllers. Artificial intelligence offers capabilities such as analyzing weather data and aircraft trajectories that can support aviation operations. Experts caution that AI cannot substitute for human controllers because the role demands intense multitasking, rapid decision-making, and near-perfect performance where small errors can cause catastrophic outcomes. The Federal Aviation Administration manages tens of thousands of daily flights, and controller duties include guiding aircraft on ground and in air and maintaining safe separation. Industry leaders emphasize the unique skill, precision, and safety-critical nature of controller work.
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