Technology · Tuesday, 18 August 2026
FAA shifts air traffic network overhaul to AT&T
The FAA has awarded AT&T an initial $74.3 million contract to lead the modernization of its enterprise communications network.
TL;DR
The agency is restructuring its FENS program to accelerate the replacement of aging infrastructure by the 2028 deadline, with Verizon moving to a supporting role. Upgrading the communications backbone is a high-priority effort to improve reliability and reduce flight delays caused by legacy equipment.
AeroTime17 Aug, 19:34 BST
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