FAA launches AI tool to assist air traffic control at major D.C.-area airports

Federal aviation officials on Monday launched an artificial-intelligence-powered air traffic control tool at the three main airports serving the Washington area, the Transportation Department said.

FAA launches AI tool to assist air traffic control at major D.C.-area airports

TL;DR

  • Federal aviation officials launched an AI-powered air traffic control tool.
  • The tool is being implemented at the three main airports serving the Washington area.
  • The software is named SMART.
  • SMART is expected to help reduce delays and cancellations.
  • It works by identifying problems earlier.