Trump Administration Unveils a Plan to Modernize the Air Traffic Control System

May 8, 2025 | npr.gov

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says he wants a full modernization of the nation's antiquated air traffic control system within four years. On Thursday, he announced a far-reaching, estimated multibillion-dollar plan that would drastically overhaul the current technology used by thousands of controllers responsible for guiding planes in and out of airports.

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NJ SEED:  Another system problem at Newark/Liberty Airport last Friday (5/9) morning and again on Sunday. Although the outages last less than two minutes, they underscore the imminent danger represented by the nation’s outdated ATC system. It needs to become a top priority to address with all appropriate speed.