Denver Air Traffic Controllers Face Communication Outage Amid FAA Scrutiny
Denver air traffic controllers experienced a 90-second communication failure, prompting emergency procedures as scrutiny grows over FAA equipment reliability.
Denver Air Traffic Control Outage Leaves Up To 20 Pilots Without Communication
One America News Network
Summary
Air traffic controllers in Denver lost communications for about 90 seconds due to multiple radio transmitter failures last week. The FAA confirmed that, although the outage affected communication, radar remained operational. Controllers switched to emergency frequencies to maintain contact with pilots. The incident follows several recent high-profile outages, raising concerns over air traffic control infrastructure and staffing issues. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy noted the need for modernizing the air traffic control system, especially following a deadly midair collision earlier this year. The FAA is investigating the cause of the latest outage.
Articles (13)
- The FAA has been facing increasing scrutiny and concerns regarding communications failures and the safety of air travel due to outdated systems.
- Recent outages at Newark Liberty International Airport, combined with the Denver incident, underscore systemic problems in air traffic control that require immediate attention and improvement.
- Political representatives expressed the urgent need for modernization efforts and criticized the pace of upgrades, citing public safety concerns as paramount.
The Guardian·16d· "…Issues like the one in Denver are not uncommon given ageing equipment."
CNN·16d· "…The outage comes after weeks of staffing issues and reported outages have impacted Newark Liberty International Airport."