WASHINGTON, Sept 21 (Reuters) – The Federal Aviation Administration on Monday said it began using a new software-based system that uses predictive analytics to improve how flights are managed. The FAA in June awarded an $875 million 12-year-contract to Air Space Intelligence. It is initially using the AI tool in the airspace around Washington, D.C. […]
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FAA begins use of AI tool in bid to reduce flight delays
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WASHINGTON, Sept 21 (Reuters) – The Federal Aviation Administration on Monday said it began using a new software-based system that uses predictive analytics to improve how flights are managed.
The FAA in June awarded an $875 million 12-year-contract to Air Space Intelligence. It is initially using the AI tool in the airspace around Washington, D.C. and plans to gradually expand it to other parts of the country.
(Reporting by David Shepardson; Editing by Chris Reese)