U.S. Transportation Secretary Seeks $10 Billion for Air Traffic Control Overhaul

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy unveiled a proposal seeking an additional $10 billion from Congress to propel the modernization of the nation's air traffic control system. This initiative aims at reducing flight disruptions and integrating advanced software for improved efficiency.

Last year, Congress allocated $12.5 billion towards replacing outdated technology and bolstering understaffed control towers. With this new funding request, Duffy emphasizes the need for innovative solutions to enhance America's air travel efficiency in the coming years.

In a statement to Reuters, Duffy detailed the purpose of the new round of spending, highlighting that much of it would be channeled towards developing new, more efficient systems for air traffic management.

(With inputs from agencies.)