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FAA’s $62B Air Traffic Upgrade | US News
The FAA is on a massive mission to overhaul America’s aging air traffic control system, aiming to replace outdated radar, radios, and paper flight strips by 2028 — a deadline that demands billions in funding and decades of planning. With Congress already approving $12.5 billion and the first phase costing an estimated $31.5 billion, this isn’t just about safety — it’s about making flights smoother, faster, and more reliable for travelers. Already, copper lines are being replaced with fiber-optic and wireless tech, towers are switching to digital displays, and new surface radar systems are…
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