Beyer Warned of FAA AI Safety Risks Weeks Before Nationwide Aviation Disruption

By Nick Gatz As speculation circulates about whether the Federal Aviation Administration’s rollout of artificial intelligence technology could be connected to Friday’s nationwide aviation disruption, earlier warnings from U.S. Rep. Don Beyer (D-Va.) are drawing renewed attention. Beyer publicly questioned the safety of the FAA’s SMART air traffic management system in September and subsequently joined congressional efforts to halt its deployment pending additional testing and oversight. The Falls Church News-Press is revisiting those warnings amid circulating rumors about the cause of Friday’s disruption. There is currently no verified evidence linking the FAA’s artificial intelligence technology to the incident, and the timing of the rollout alone does not establish a connection. However, Beyer’s previous statements provide important context about concerns raised by lawmakers before the agency’s nationwide expansion. On Sept.

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