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America Revealed  Clear Skies

A revolution in air traffic control. Details

 

Program: America Revealed

Episode: Clear Skies

Since the 1950s, America’s air traffic has been controlled with radar technology. But with 700 million air passengers a year and climbing, a new system is in the works. Federal Aviation Administration head Randy Babbitt and Alaskan pilot Sam Wright discuss NextGen – the space-based GPS navigation system set to revolutionize the way we fly.

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Premiere Date: 02/14/2012
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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