Widespread Flight Disruptions in US Follow Launch of Controversial AI Air Traffic System

Extensive disruptions in air communication systems and flight suspensions across the United States occurred three days after the launch of a new artificial intelligence-based system designed to manage air traffic. The coincidence of these two events has raised questions about a possible link; however, reports have not confirmed any connection between them.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced on November 10 the deployment of this system to manage 22 air traffic control centers. The system analyzes data from 200 different sources, including flight routes, weather conditions, and flight schedules.

According to sources, the system was launched by the Trump administration last September. Members of Congress and aviation labor unions had previously warned about the need for further examination of the system.