The chaotic weeks surrounding the recent government shutdown have rekindled long-running debate over whether the nation’s air traffic control system should shift to a private model. As operational cutbacks rippled through the system, some commentators argued that ATC privatization could insulate aviation from future funding disruptions. But leaders at the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) and the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) say the answer lies not in restructuring, but in continuing the modernization push already underway.

Supporters Renew Calls for Privatization

Several commentators highlighted ATC privatization as a potential alternative during the shutdown. In an opinion column published by The Hill, policy writer Sean Tinney described his concerns about

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