The Trump administration has unveiled a substantial three-year initiative to overhaul the aging national air traffic control system, necessitating billions in investment. The plan, initiated following a midair collision incident in January, requires a proposed $12.5 billion budget to kickstart the upgrades, including the installation of 4,600 high-speed network connections for improved data communications. Recent failures, such as the radar malfunction affecting Newark airport, underscore the critical need for modernization, which will prioritize fiber optic technology ahead of potential satellite or cellular options.
The Trump administration's plan focuses on replacing the outdated air traffic control system with high-speed network connections to enhance safety and efficiency.
Transport Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized the urgent need to upgrade the FAA's communication network, as parts of it still operate on outdated copper wires.
Recent radar signal failures at Newark highlight the pressing need for modern infrastructure; improvements will include both fiber optic lines and training more controllers.
The proposed improvement plan includes installing thousands of high-speed network connections to improve communication and data sharing across the air traffic control system.
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