ATC

The request would close what the group calls a funding gap in the FAA’s Brand-New Air Traffic Control System.

The order change adds CTO-P graduates to the hiring pool for privately staffed towers.

The 12-year contract covers FMDS and SMART, two systems aimed at helping the agency manage traffic flow before delays form.

Controller staffing shortages continue to affect operations at several major airports.

The AI-supported platform is intended to help traffic managers find congestion earlier in the planning process.

Texas school adds FAA pathways for air traffic operations students

Modern Skies site tracks FAA infrastructure work nationwide.

Program begins with Bozeman Yellowstone International and Mesa Gateway.

Agency says revised model, scheduling tools will be used to address workforce needs.

Eight air traffic facilities to be replaced, while 41 Federal Contract Towers will receive modernization funding.