Newscast Ground Control to Major Glitch
Aug 29, 2023
Former air traffic controller Michele Robson and operating director at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Paul Staples, discuss the recent air traffic control glitch causing flight cancellations and the need for modernizing the flight planning system. They also explore the impact of system modernization on flight cancellations and the expansion of the low emission zone in London, addressing concerns about air quality and the financial burden of the vehicle scrappage scheme. The podcast also delves into the devastating impact of air pollution in London and other major UK cities.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Air Traffic Control Glitch and Flight Cancellations
02:08 • 2min
Air Traffic Control System Failure
04:13 • 11min
Effects of System Modernization on Air Travel and Expansion of Ultra Low Emission Zone in London
15:38 • 6min
Air Pollution and Its Impact on Public Health
21:36 • 3min