GAO warns FAA's outdated air traffic control systems pose safety risks, with 51 unsustainable systems.

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) warns that the FAA's reliance on outdated air traffic control systems poses significant safety risks. Of 138 systems assessed, 51 are unsustainable, with many critical to airspace operations. Although the FAA is modernizing 90 systems, some projects may take up to 13 years to complete. The GAO calls for urgent modernization and improved oversight to address these challenges and meet growing air traffic demands.

September 23, 2024
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