FAA chief assures air travel is safe despite fears about aging infrastructure: ‘Zero concerns’
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford reassured the public that air travel remains safe despite concerns over aging infrastructure. He acknowledged that while most equipment failures have been addressed, some outdated systems still pose reliability risks. Bedford emphasized the need for modernization and is seeking $10 billion in funding to enhance air traffic control efficiency through advanced technology.
- ▪Bedford stated that he has 'zero concerns' about the fundamental safety of the air travel system.
- ▪The FAA is working on a multibillion-dollar modernization plan to upgrade the U.S. air traffic control system.
- ▪Bedford is requesting $10 billion in funding to implement artificial intelligence and improve air traffic efficiency.
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Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Bryan Bedford promised the country this week that air travel is safe, after a series of system failures have left travelers on edge. Outages at Newark Liberty International Airport last year were among those that led Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to issue warnings that airports are relying on decades-old equipment, saying he was “concerned about the whole airspace.” Recommended Stories Air France flight bound for Detroit diverted due to Ebola restrictions Memorial Day travel set to hit fresh record: Here’s what you need to know Hantavirus outbreak leaves three dead on cruise ship, but ‘no need to panic’ In a CBS interview published Friday, Bedford said that at least “most” equipment failures have been corrected, though he said some…
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