What Happened
Legislation Aims to Upgrade Air Traffic Control and Airport Infrastructure
The US Senate has introduced legislation seeking $30 billion for air traffic control modernization and airport improvements, adding to the $12.5 billion previously approved for a Federal Aviation Administration overhaul. The Modern Skies Act, backed by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, would fund new ATC technology, control facilities, and airport terminals. The bill includes allocations for systems modernization, control towers, and airport terminal development, as well as a pilot program for medium-hub airports. The FAA aims to complete the first phase of modernization by December 2028, with the second phase introducing new computer systems to improve traffic management. The legislation was reported by AeroTime.