U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced an initiative to overhaul the nation's air traffic control system. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking a company to lead the development of a new, advanced system, and will host Industry Days from June 10-12 to encourage participation.
The FAA has issued a Request for Information for an integrator to help execute the vision of President Trump and Secretary Duffy for a modernized air traffic system. "We have an antiquated air traffic control system that is showing its age," stated Secretary Duffy. "In order to implement President Trump and I’s plan for a brand new system, we need the technical expertise and management experience from the best innovators in the world."
Improving air traffic control is among Secretary Duffy's top priorities, aiming to enhance safety, reduce delays, and support air traffic controllers with reliable systems. The FAA seeks innovative ideas and technologies to ensure rapid development of this new infrastructure.
"This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for a new, world-class air traffic system," said FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau. "We need world-class innovators to step up and tell us the best way to build it."
The planned upgrades include replacing core infrastructure such as radar, software, hardware, and telecommunications networks. These enhancements aim to reduce outages, improve efficiency, and reinforce safety across facilities.
The chosen integrator will oversee acquiring capabilities and deploying new technologies as part of this modernization effort. Initially, the FAA seeks information on how best to implement these changes.
