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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby stated that the US Air Traffic Control (ATC) system requires additional investment in modern technology.

In a statement posted on social media, Kirby said, "This moment must be a call to action. Fixing our country's Air Traffic Control system now is critical for safety, our passengers, and our economy."

Thanking Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) employees for their dedicated work, Kirby emphasized that the system needs modernization to provide better backup capabilities and greater reliability.

Kirby stated that he had spoken directly with the Secretary of Transportation, the FAA Administrator, and aviation leaders in Congress. He stressed that the system needs to be fully staffed and receive the necessary funding.