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WASHINGTON, July 17, 2025 — The Modern Skies Coalition appreciates Congress for recognizing its obligation to continue funding air traffic control (ATC) modernization efforts. The $12.5 billion previously secured was a necessary downpayment—but only the beginning. Today’s markup affirms the need for sustained investment in staffing, systems and technology to overhaul our ATC system.  Continued congressional action

WASHINGTON, July 15, 2025 — The Modern Skies Coalition appreciates the House THUD Appropriations Subcommittee robustly funding the FAA, including more than $6 billion to update antiquated facilities and equipment, support new technology and also ensure the FAA has the funding needed to work toward full staffing. This funding is urgently

WASHINGTON, July 4, 2025 — The Modern Skies Coalition—comprised of more than 50 aviation and aerospace organizations—applauds President Trump for signing into law provisions that call for investing $12.5 billion into air traffic control modernization. This is an important down payment toward updating technology, upgrading facilities and ensuring the National Airspace System (NAS) is properly staffed