'Can’t even buy parts on eBay': Duffy flags crisis in US air traffic control system

Friday, 16 May 2025 (1 day ago)
US transportation secretary Sean Duffy has revealed a crisis in the FAA due to outdated equipment and staffing shortages, leading to reliance on eBay and 3D printing for parts. A fatal midair collision and recent system outages have intensified scrutiny, prompting calls for a multi-billion-dollar overhaul. While air travel remains safe due to redundancies, delays and malfunctions highlight the infrastructure's fragility.

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