FAA, Elon Musk and air traffic control

Musk's Starlink denies it wants to take over FAA US air traffic contract
Elon Musk's rocket company SpaceX said on Wednesday that its Starlink satellite unit has no intent to take over any Federal Aviation Administration telecommunications contract, rejecting media reports.
FAA says agency needs multiple technologies for U.S. air traffic system
WASHINGTON -The Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday that upgrading the aging U.S. air traffic control system will require multiple technologies
FAA Reportedly Considering Musk-Owned Company For $2 Billion Air Traffic Control Modernization Contract
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is considering canceling its $2.4 billion air traffic control communications system contract with Verizon and
SpaceX confirms Starlink work at FAA but denies bid to replace Verizon
In a post on X, Elon Musk’s SpaceX seeks to clarify the role the company is playing in effort to modernize systems at the Federal Aviation Administration.
SpaceX denies Starlink 'take over' of FAA contract, as Verizon $2.4B air traffic control deal hangs in balance
SpaceX denied Starlink would "take over" existing FAA contracts amid reports Verizon's $2.4 billion contract to upgrade air traffic control is in jeopardy.
Starlink has no plans to take over any FAA telecom contract
Elon Musk's satellite company SpaceX said Wednesday its Starlink unit has no intent to take over any Federal Communications Commission telecommunications contract, rejecting media reports.
SpaceX Clarifies Starlink’s Role in FAA Contract Amid Telecom Upgrade Debate
SpaceX has dismissed reports suggesting its Starlink satellite unit aims to take over a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) telecommunications contract. The company clarified on X that Starlink is merely a
SpaceX says Starlink only 'partial fix' for air traffic systems, denies reports about FAA contract
SpaceX (SPACE) on Wednesday clarified that Starlink (STRLK) was not getting any contracts from the U.S. government after recent media reports suggested that it could possibly receive one from the Federal Aviation Administration that was originally with Verizon (NYSE:VZ).
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USACE Aviation Program Office: Enhancing Efficiency and Compliance in UAS Operations
Aviation Program Office (APO) plays a pivotal role in advancing crewed and uncrewed aviation missions across the organization. Established to meet the growing demands of Civil Works, Emergency ...
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FAA targeting Verizon contract in favor of Musk’s Starlink, sources say
The existing contract was awarded to Verizon in 2023, with the aim of upgrading a platform that different air traffic control facilities and FAA offices use to communicate with one another.
FAA notice: President Trump to make fifth visit to Palm Beach since taking office Jan. 20
FAA notice issued March 4 go into effect Friday and end Sunday - a strong indication that President Trump is coming to ...
Musk’s SpaceX antennas installed at South Jersey FAA building where DOGE spurred federal worker firings
At the same time, Musk has been trying to obtain a $2 billion contract now held by Verizon to run the FAA’s communications ...
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Floppy disks and aging software: FAA held back by technology woes
A House Transportation Committee hearing focused on recent aviation accidents and aging FAA tech, which the GAO has called ...