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The US Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy, announced a plan to request billions of dollars from the Congress to update the aged air traffic control system.
The initiative seeks to reduce congestion in airports, minimize delays and improve safety with new radars, communication systems, anti -collision technology and more personal.
The proposal has the support of airlines and manufacturers such as Boeing and Airbus. Although the exact figure is not specified, it is estimated that the cost will be tens of billions of dollars.
after recent incidents, including an air collision in January, the government considers the modernization of the system urgent. It is also sought to improve the hiring and retention of aerial controllers, whose workforce is 3,500 people below the objective.
The modernization of the air control system in the US could impact several areas of the market:
Airlines and aircraft manufacturers: companies such as Boeing and Airbus could benefit from investment in advanced technology.
Infrastructure and telecommunications: the transition to fiber optics and satellite networks could promote telecommunications and technology suppliers.
Safety and automation: Companies that develop software and hardware for air control could see an increase in demand.
Impact on air traffic: the reduction of delays and security improvements could influence the profitability of airlines and airports.