Nationwide flight disruptions have prompted a push for funding to upgrade US aviation infrastructure.
IllustrationA failure in aging telecommunications equipment caused a nationwide halt to departures from US airports, prompting the White House to seek $30.1bn in funding for aviation upgrades. The US Transport Secretary has asked Congress for the funds to upgrade infrastructure, as safety concerns resurface following the disruptions.
Officials have not found evidence of a cyberattack but are not ruling it out. The funding request comes as part of broader efforts to modernise the nation's aviation systems.
Travellers flying in the US should monitor updates from airlines and airport authorities, as infrastructure upgrades may impact operations in the coming months.
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