FAA Launches Artificial Intelligence System to Reduce Flight Delays

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has rolled out its new AI-backed technology at three major airports in the Washington region to reduce flight delays and cancellations.

Airports Using SMART Technology

The artificial intelligence technology called Strategic Airspace, Routes and Trees Management, developed by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, has begun to be used first in the capital region.

The new system was simultaneously put into service at Reagan National Airport, Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, and Dulles International Airport.

Operating Principle and Objectives of the System

During a press conference held on Monday, Department of Transportation and Aviation Administration officials stated that the new system analyzes weather conditions and flight paths.

The artificial intelligence tool aims to process arrival and departure data to help air traffic controllers manage flights in a way that prevents delays.

Discussions on Safety and Criticisms

The involvement of artificial intelligence in critical processes of air traffic control has caused concern and anxiety in some circles.

Democratic Representative Don Beyer expressed his concern over an unproven artificial intelligence system being tested on the local community.

Emphasis That Control Will Remain with Humans

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized that the airspace and all decisions will always remain under human control, and that the tool simply provides better data.

It was also announced that local air traffic control facility leaders have the authority to accept or reject the suggestions presented by the artificial intelligence.