Outdated Air Traffic Control System Sparks Safety Fears

Air Traffic Control System Failures Raise Safety Concerns in the US Recent months have witnessed a surge in air traffic control outages across the United States, raising serious questions about the safety of air travel. A recent video by TikTok creator spencer 💅 (@spencewuah) has brought this issue to the forefront, highlighting the alarming frequency of these incidents and the apparent lack of response from the relevant authorities. The video uses a calendar graphic to show the sheer number of outages reported between May 2024 and April 2025. "So clearly this isn't just like a one-off glitch," spencer states, emphasizing the systemic nature of the problem. The creator further points to the age of the current system, noting that even backup systems are failing. The video also criticizes the Trump administration for its lack of investment in upgrading the aging infrastructure. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), currently under the Trump administration, has been criticized for its apparent inaction. While air traffic controllers report outages almost daily, the administration seems to be ignoring the warnings. "They just shrug while people guiding thousands of planes have to sit there and play a guessing game of 'hmm, I wonder what this plane altitude is right now'," says spencer, expressing the perilous situation faced by air travelers. The video concludes with a plea for action, urging authorities to address the critical need for modernization before a major accident occurs. The situation underscores the importance of investing in and maintaining critical infrastructure to ensure public safety. The FAA has yet to comment on the concerns raised in the video.