FAA deploys the SMART AI tool for air traffic control in Washington DC
FAA is launching the SMART AI system to forecast and coordinate air traffic, initially at three airports in the Washington DC area from 21 September 2026, with plans to expand across the USA. The budget is 875 million dollars, and the tool serves only as an adviser and does not change controller procedures.
According to FAA, passengers in the Washington DC area could eventually experience fewer flight delays and faster traffic recovery after weather-related disruptions thanks to the tool, but the sources do not describe a direct impact on individuals.