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SF politics
fromTheregister
3 weeks agoBill tries to end supersonic speed limits in the US skies
A bipartisan bill aims to permit quiet supersonic flight over the continental US after 52 years, pending FAA's compliance.
The Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act allows for controlled supersonic flight while mitigating sonic booms.
SF politics
fromTheregister
3 weeks agoBill tries to end supersonic speed limits in the US skies
A bipartisan bill aims to permit quiet supersonic flight over the continental US after 52 years, pending FAA's compliance.
The Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act allows for controlled supersonic flight while mitigating sonic booms.
#air-traffic-control
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago'No more floppy disks': Air traffic control overhaul faces some daunting obstacles
The FAA aims to modernize the outdated U.S. air traffic control system, moving away from 20th-century technology like floppy disks and paper strips.
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
3 weeks agoHotline connecting Pentagon with DC's Ronald Reagan airport has been 'inoperable' for over 3 years: FAA
An inoperable hotline between the Pentagon and air traffic control went unnoticed for nearly a year until a tragic accident brought it to light.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 weeks agoExclusive | Confessions of an air traffic controller: 'Avoid Newark like the plague'
Newark Liberty International Airport is facing significant operational challenges due to understaffing and technical issues, leading to numerous flight disruptions.
Air traffic controllers express frustration over the relocation decision, which they believe has exacerbated safety and efficiency problems. Local airports are considered safer.
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
3 weeks agoAir travel will be 'worse' this summer, lawmakers warn - as FAA gives infuriating update on system fixes, staffing issues
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to worsen due to insufficient air traffic controllers and outdated infrastructure, necessitating immediate overhaul efforts.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 weeks agoExclusive | Confessions of an air traffic controller: 'Avoid Newark like the plague'
Newark Liberty International Airport is facing significant operational challenges due to understaffing and technical issues, leading to numerous flight disruptions.
Air traffic controllers express frustration over the relocation decision, which they believe has exacerbated safety and efficiency problems. Local airports are considered safer.
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fromVulture
1 week agoNathan Fielder Wants Wolf Blitzer to Know the FAA Is Dumb
"These days, a lot of people will go to alternative-news sources or comedy podcasters to get the word out about stuff, like Joe Rogan or Theo Von, but for me, it's still CNN all the way," Fielder said, highlighting his appreciation for traditional media during his interview while discussing critical themes in his series.
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