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FAA reportedly pursues equity stake in Air Space Intelligence as lawmakers question AI air-traffic oversight

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The FAA is negotiating a potential ownership stake in Air Space Intelligence, developer of the Strategic Management of Airspace, Routes and Trajectories (SMART) system, according to reports. The agency’s use of AI, alongside air traffic controller staffing shortages, has prompted House Democrats to raise safety concerns and seek an oversight review.

Discovered 2026-10-16T08:05:08.797277-07:00 | 2026-10-16T08:05:08.797277-07:00

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  • A potential equity arrangement would give the FAA a financial stake in a contractor whose AI system is used in air traffic management, raising questions about procurement, governance and oversight.
  • House Democrats are linking scrutiny of the system to controller shortages and safety, making the review relevant to both automation policy and workforce planning.

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