David Grizzle

David Grizzle, former COO and head of air traffic control at the FAA, shares insights into the recent chaos at Newark Airport, citing a brief radar blackout and ongoing staffing shortages. He highlights the urgent need for reforms in air traffic control technology, which still relies on outdated systems from the 1980s. Grizzle discusses the training challenges facing new air traffic controllers and the necessity for improved resources to enhance safety and reliability in the aviation system, urging a fresh approach to tackle these long-standing issues.