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Lawmakers demand FAA pause its airport AI tool

House Democrats led by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez asked the FAA to pause a new AI-enabled air traffic management tool at Washington-area airports until the agency answers basic safety questions. The push reflects growing anxiety that the government is racing to automate critical infrastructure without enough public testing or oversight.

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First recorded Oct 13, 2026·Meaningfully updated 4 days ago

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Lawmakers demand FAA pause its airport AI tool

House Democrats led by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez asked the FAA to pause a new AI-enabled air traffic management tool at Washington-area airports until the agency answers basic safety questions. The push reflects growing anxiety that the government is racing to automate critical infrastructure without enough public testing or oversight.

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