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Multibillion-Dollar Upgrade: 612 Radars to Modernize ATC by 2028

1/6/2026

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RTX and Indra were selected to replace 612 radar systems in a multibillion-dollar ATC upgrade.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the overhaul aims for completion by summer 2028.
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford says the 1980s systems are costly to maintain.
The aging systems cause disruptions.
An additional $20 billion is required to finalize the project and fiber-optic connections will improve reliability.

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Story summary

RTX and Indra were selected to replace 612 radar systems in a multibillion-dollar ATC upgrade.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the overhaul aims for completion by summer 2028.
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford says the 1980s systems are costly to maintain.
The aging systems cause disruptions.
An additional $20 billion is required to finalize the project and fiber-optic connections will improve reliability.