On the recordJune 24, 2019
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association agrees it would be shortsighted not to continue the remote tower pilot program at this point. If funding is not appropriated, the FAA's activities related to certifying remote towers would cease, and the valuable work that has been done to understand the technology, develop operations, train controllers, and conduct safety analysis will be put on hold. In addition, the FAA won't have the resources to install remote tower technology at other airports and evaluate future system improvements and innovations. For these reasons, I urge my colleagues to support this amendment and to continue advancement of remote tower technology as a cost-effective alternative for providing air traffic control services. Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Virginia (Ms. Wexton). The amendment was agreed to. {time} 1730 Amendment No. 282 Offered by Mr. Garcia of Illinois The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order to consider amendment No. 282 printed in part B of House Report 116-119.
