DHS Seeks $50 Billion to Replace Aging Air Traffic TechnologyGOP Leaders Must Answer for Air Traffic System FailureCongress Must Fund Air Traffic Overhaul After Nationwide Ground Stop
On November 13, a nationwide FAA ground stop followed a communications failure at air traffic control centers. Homeland Security and Transportation officials said they need $50 billion to replace aging equipment and software.A nationwide FAA ground stop on November 13 exposed aging air traffic technology as officials sought $50 billion for a replacement. Republicans control Congress and the White House, yet modernization remains unfinished.After an FAA communications failure grounded departures on November 13, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy called for $50 billion to replace outdated equipment. He said Congress must provide the money for a complete modernization.