Duffy endorsed Elon Musk's efforts to modernize the U.S. air traffic control system, highlighting Musk's unique thinking and technological expertise. Musk announced a collaboration with the DOGE team to implement safety upgrades, receiving support from President Trump. Despite concerns regarding job cuts and potential safety risks due to rapid changes and a shortage of air traffic controllers, many in the aviation sector recognize the need for modernization. There are additional tensions regarding Musk's previous issues with the FAA, suggesting complexities in overseeing safety and efficiency in the airspace.
Duffy noted, "I had a conversation with Elon Musk yesterday, pretty remarkable guy. He thinks differently... We're going to remake our airspace, and we're going to do it quickly."
Musk stated that with President Trump’s support, the DOGE team will help implement rapid safety upgrades to the air traffic control system.
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