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FAA Taps Peraton for $12.5B Air Traffic Revamp

12/5/2025

Summary

Story summary

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) appointed Peraton as the prime integrator for the $12.5 billion Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS), targeting completion in 2028.
BNATCS will replace aging telecommunications and radar systems to improve safety.
Peraton will manage subcontractors and coordinate modernization, including fiber networks and a digital command center.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized the need for additional funding to ensure the project's success.

History

Historical Context

The Federal Aviation Act of 1958 established the Federal Aviation Agency, later renamed the FAA, to enhance aviation safety and modernize air traffic control. This followed a series of mid-air collisions, including the 1956 Grand Canyon disaster, which highlighted the need for improved regulation. In 1967, the FAA became part of the newly formed Department of Transportation, further solidifying its role in civil aviation oversight.

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Story summary

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) appointed Peraton as the prime integrator for the $12.5 billion Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS), targeting completion in 2028.
BNATCS will replace aging telecommunications and radar systems to improve safety.
Peraton will manage subcontractors and coordinate modernization, including fiber networks and a digital command center.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized the need for additional funding to ensure the project's success.

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