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April 22, 2026
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy Discusses AI in Air Traffic Control
- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized that AI will enhance, but not replace, human air traffic controllers during a recent interview.
- The Department of Transportation is overhauling the air traffic control system with a $12 billion investment, which includes plans for AI integration.
- Duffy highlighted the importance of providing additional tools to air traffic controllers to improve safety and efficiency.
3 Sources
- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy: "AI is a tool, but we do not replace humans"Apr 22, 2026 at 12:03 AM · CBS News
- Transportation Secretary Duffy on concerns of AI replacing air traffic controllers: "That's not gonna happen"Apr 22, 2026 at 12:20 AM · CBS News
- Duffy: AI replacing air traffic controllers 'not going to happen'Apr 22, 2026 at 5:44 PM · The Hill