Latest Air Traffic Control News
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US: New Air Traffic Controller Deal Ties 2.8% Pay Increase to Performance
The FAA and NATCA have reached a deal to provide air traffic controllers with a 2.8% pay increase following key workforce reforms.
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FAA Exceeds All-Time Record for Air Traffic Controller Trainee Hiring
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced it has exceeded its hiring goal for the 2026 Fiscal Year.
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CAA Announces Scope of Independent Review into NATS Technical Incident on 8 September 2026
The CAA has set out the scope of its independent review into the 8 September NATS incident, with a final report due by March 2027.
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NATS Outage Forces British Airways to Cancel Almost 550 Flights
Following the air traffic control outage that caused widespread disruption, British Airways now expects to operate a normal schedule.
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London Airports Hit by Widespread Disruption After NATS System Failure
Thousands of passengers are facing further delays and cancellations after a technical failure in the UK’s air traffic control system.
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New $40 Million ATC Equipment Plant Opens in Maryland
The Federal Aviation Administration has celebrated the grand opening of a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Frederick, Maryland.
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US: New Surface Movement Radar Installed at DCA
A brand-new Surface Movement Radar (SMR) has been installed at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
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Doncaster Sheffield Airport Invests in Brand-New Radar System
Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) has announced investment in a brand-new radar system to underpin the airport's future operational efforts.
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FAA Celebrates Opening of New ATC Tower at Asheville Regional Airport
The FAA has announced the opening of Asheville Regional Airport’s brand-new 121-foot air traffic control tower.
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UK: New Radar System Headed for Jersey Airport
Work is set to begin on the installation of a brand-new radar system at Jersey Airport, ensuring future support and reliability.
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New Radar Installed at Newark Airport for Air Traffic Control Upgrades
A new Surface Movement Radar (SMR) system has been installed at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey.
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Doncaster Sheffield Airport Begins ATC Recruitment
Doncaster Sheffield Airport has announced investments into both state-of-the-art ATC technology and the people who will operate it.
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FAA Awards Contracts for All-New Air Traffic Control Software
The FAA has officially awarded a contract to Air Space Intelligence for the development of two new pieces of air traffic control technology.
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Doncaster Sheffield Airport Begins Building ATC Team
Doncaster Sheffield Airport has announced significant progress in the hiring of its Air Traffic Control team as it continues to prepare for …
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UK Air Traffic Punctuality Remains High as Flight Volumes Increase
NATS reported that UK flight punctuality remained high in April 2026, despite continued growth in air traffic.
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USDOT to Invest $750 Million to Replace Air Traffic Infrastructure Across the US
More than $750 million will be invested to replace a set of eight air traffic control towers and TRACONs across the country.
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RTX to Invest $26.5 Million in Largo Production Facility
RTX has announced a major investment of $26.5 million destined for its production facility in Largo, Florida.
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US: FAA Completes Phase One of NOTAM System Overhaul
The FAA has announced the successful implementation of phase one of an overhaul of the United States' Notices to Airmen (NOTAM) system.
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FAA Contract Rohde & Schwarz to Modernise Air Traffic Voice Systems
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has contracted Rohde & Schwarz to replace analogue voice communication infrastructure.
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US: FAA to Open Air Traffic Control Hiring Window on 17 April
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will officially open its annual air traffic control (ATCS) hiring window at 12:00 on 17 April.
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DCA Introduces Electronic Flight Strips in Air Traffic Control Tower
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) has transitioned from paper to electronic flight strips in its air traffic control tower.
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Avinor Trials Multiple Operations at Remote Tower Centre in Bodø
Avinor has announced the beginning of a trial period of multiple operations at the Remote Tower Centre in Bodø.
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US: Nationwide Radar Contracts Awarded to RTX and Indra
The US DOT & FAA have announced intentions to replace the nation's current radar system, enhancing safety and efficiency across US airspace.
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NATS Opens Applications for Trainee Air Traffic Controller Apprenticeships
NATS has begun accepting applications for its Trainee Air Traffic Controller Apprenticeship programme.
