FAA Administrator Emphasizes Urgency of US Air Traffic Management Modernization
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FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford underscored the urgent need for modernization of the U.S. air traffic management system at the Changi Aviation Summit, following a tragic mid-air collision in January 2025 that resulted in 67 deaths. He highlighted the National Transportation Safety Board's findings on inadequate separation protocols and outlined a new initiative to replace outdated equipment with digital technology, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among stakeholders to enhance system efficiency.

Feb 3, 2026, 5:49 PM