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FAA To Roll Out AI Air Traffic Tool

September 19, 2026

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Key Takeaways

The FAA may start using an AI tool for air traffic control.
The tool, called SMART, aims to reduce cancellations and delays.
It will debut at airports in the Washington, D.C. area.
SMART is designed to assist air traffic controllers.

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Strategic Implications

The introduction of SMART may indicate the FAA's willingness to adopt AI solutions to improve air traffic efficiency. This could suggest a shift towards more automated systems in air traffic control, which may lead to reduced delays and cancellations, and could potentially set a precedent for the use of AI in other areas of aviation.

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What Happened

New Technology Aims To Reduce Flight Delays And Cancellations

The Federal Aviation Administration is set to roll out an AI-powered air traffic control tool, called Strategic Management of Airspace Routing Trajectories, or SMART, at airports in the Washington, D.C. area. The tool is designed to help air traffic controllers reduce cancellations and delays. According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, the debut of SMART may happen as soon as Monday. This development was first reported by WTKR News 3.

Source | Originally Published: September 19, 2026

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