More Controversial Discussion About NextGen

ANN's Paul Plack talks with Bob Poole, founder and Director of Transportation Studies for The Reason Foundation, about how meddling by federal lawmakers in FAA's introduction of new technology bodes ill for timely deployment of Next Generation Air Traffic Control.

Bob also explains his controversial opinion that putting the FAA under a stakeholder board instead of under Congress - and funding it with user fees - would be the solution

This feature is in addition to our daily news briefing -- available in either a quick "Touch And Go" format, or an expanded Aero-Briefing -- where you'll hear these stories:

Endeavour is a go for July 11...for now.

Another bird strike is making news in New York.

And Airbus collaborates with the developer of a robotic airliner tug.

...And more

ANN Daily Touch-And-Go: 07.03.09 (ANN's Short-Form Daily News Program)

ANN Daily Aero-Briefing: 07.03.09 (ANN's Long-Form Daily News Program)

ANN Special Feature: Bob Poole, Meddlers in NextGen ATC - 07.03.09 (ANN Special Report, with Bob Poole)

Check them out, let us know what you think and be sure to keep those news-tips and program suggestions coming... ANN is ALL about what YOU want to know about in the world of aviation and aerospace.

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