US aviation sector calls for emergency funding for air traffic technology, staffing
ReutersFeb 19, 2025 4:09 PM
Feb 19 (Reuters) - The U.S. aviation sector on Wednesday called for "robust emergency funding" from Congress for air traffic control technology and staffing after a series of crashes that have raised alarm.
Airlines for America, the Aerospace Industries Association, International Air Transport Association and others including major aviation unions urged Congress in a joint letter to take action noting the Federal Aviation Administration faces serious technology needs and is about 3,500 air traffic controllers short of targeted staffing levels.
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