The FAA recently announced how it plans to begin investing the first $1 billion of the $5 billion the agency has been given to improve the country’s air traffic system as part of President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
How the FAA Will Spend $1 Billion To Improve ATC Over the Next Year
The funds will come from President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA is investing the first $1 billion of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to modernize and improve the nation's air traffic control system.
- Key areas of investment include upgrading critical electrical power systems, improving enroute flight centers, reinforcing navigation and weather equipment, and renovating aging control towers and approach facilities.
- Additional funds are allocated for long-range radar sustainment, environmental compliance, facility security, staff recruitment, and initial work for future control tower replacements, with a focus on engaging small and disadvantaged businesses.
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