Fiber optic installed to improve air traffic communication in Northeast U.S., DOT announces
According to CNN, a fiber optic cable has been installed between Philadelphia and New York in an effort to improve air traffic control issues in the busy region.
The U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy announced the update at a press conference this week. Telecommunications at the facility that handles flights in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport have been strained due to busier than normal traffic and aging air traffic control infrastructure, the Department of Transportation said.
Acting Administrator of the FAA Chris Rocheleau added the agency will continue to work with the airlines and airport to slow traffic at Newark to ensure safety and avoid delays. Last week the FAA cut 25% of the flights there to help with congestion from understaffing and runway construction, as well as the aging air traffic control infrastructure and technology.
Duffy has asked Congress to support a plan for a brand-new air traffic control system, but did not provide details on cost. Although, he noted at Wednesday's press conference that it will be higher than the $12.5 billion in a House bill currently being considered.
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