The Federal Aviation Administration was utilizing a backup system to ship real-time security alerts to pilots late Saturday as a result of its main one was “experiencing a brief outage,” the Transportation Division mentioned.
“The first NOTAM system is experiencing a brief outage, however there’s at present no impression to the Nationwide Airspace System as a result of a backup system is in place,” Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said on social media.
Mr. Duffy was referring to “Discover to Air Missions,” the alerts that the F.A.A. makes use of to share information about hazards in the air or on the ground, reminiscent of closed runways, airspace restrictions and navigational sign disruptions.
He mentioned the F.A.A. was working to completely restore the system and that the company would offer updates on its standing each half-hour. However he warned of doable “residual” flight delays on Sunday morning.
