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US politics
fromAustin Monitor
2 weeks agoFAA denies request to increase safety restrictions in skies above Austin's airport - Austin Monitor
The FAA denied upgrading Austin's airspace to Class B because ABIA falls short of the 300,000 annual operations threshold, despite staffing shortages and internal support.
#air-traffic-control
Tech industry
fromArs Technica
2 months agoFAA to retire floppy disks and Windows 95 amid air traffic control overhaul
FAA plans to modernize air traffic control systems currently reliant on outdated technology.
Bipartisan support exists for the critical infrastructure project to upgrade air traffic control.
Tech industry
fromArs Technica
2 months agoFAA to retire floppy disks and Windows 95 amid air traffic control overhaul
FAA plans to modernize air traffic control systems currently reliant on outdated technology.
Bipartisan support exists for the critical infrastructure project to upgrade air traffic control.
#aviation
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago'No more floppy disks': Air traffic control overhaul faces some daunting obstacles
The FAA aims to modernize the outdated U.S. air traffic control system, moving away from 20th-century technology like floppy disks and paper strips.
fromTheregister
3 months agoSF politics
Bill tries to end supersonic speed limits in the US skies
A bipartisan bill aims to permit quiet supersonic flight over the continental US after 52 years, pending FAA's compliance.
The Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act allows for controlled supersonic flight while mitigating sonic booms.
SF politics
fromTheregister
3 months agoBill tries to end supersonic speed limits in the US skies
A bipartisan bill aims to permit quiet supersonic flight over the continental US after 52 years, pending FAA's compliance.
The Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act allows for controlled supersonic flight while mitigating sonic booms.
#aviation-safety
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
3 months agoAir travel will be 'worse' this summer, lawmakers warn - as FAA gives infuriating update on system fixes, staffing issues
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to worsen due to insufficient air traffic controllers and outdated infrastructure, necessitating immediate overhaul efforts.
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
3 months agoAir travel will be 'worse' this summer, lawmakers warn - as FAA gives infuriating update on system fixes, staffing issues
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to worsen due to insufficient air traffic controllers and outdated infrastructure, necessitating immediate overhaul efforts.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months agoReagan Airport Is Pausing Flights for Trump's Military Parade. What Will It Mean for Travelers?
The planned military parade in honor of the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary will lead to significant flight interruptions at Ronald Reagan National Airport, affecting travelers.
Washington DC
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NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months agoExclusive | Confessions of an air traffic controller: 'Avoid Newark like the plague'
Newark Liberty International Airport is facing significant operational challenges due to understaffing and technical issues, leading to numerous flight disruptions.
Air traffic controllers express frustration over the relocation decision, which they believe has exacerbated safety and efficiency problems. Local airports are considered safer.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months agoNobody's Been Fired?' Senate Dem Stunned Trump Admin Didn't Punish Anyone For Pushing All Air Traffic Controls to Quit
Sen. Murray criticized Secretary Duffy for sending emails encouraging air traffic controllers to resign, highlighting the issues of morale and communication within the FAA.
fromNew York Post
3 months agoExclusive | Air traffic controllers' union throws wrench in Sean Duffy's bid to boost hiring: sources
Duffy's plan to incentivize experienced air traffic controllers is being hindered by the union's new amendment, which may discourage those considering waivers to extend their work.
Retirement
fromPsychology Today
3 months agoAre We All Suffering From Moral Injury?
The controllers didn't just walk off the job; they were traumatized. Their equipment failed. It's written in the regulations that if they experience a traumatic event, they can take time off to go see a psychiatrist.
Mental health
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months agoFox & Friends Co-Host Appears to Agree Trump Administration Is Breaking the FAA': It Is'
During a recent discussion on Fox & Friends, co-host Lawrence Jones appeared to concur with Rep. Hakeem Jeffries' criticism that the Trump administration has inadequately managed the FAA.
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