Great news on this essential part of the U.S. air traffic control modernization effort about to take shape. It's precisely what the "One Nation, One Sky <https://www.linkedin.com/company/one-nation-one-sky/>" effort on LinkedIn is calling for.
https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/faa-seeks-solutions-new-air-traffic-automation-system FAA Seeks Solutions for New Air Traffic Automation System Thursday, November 20, 2025 Washington D.C. – The Federal Aviation Administration is looking to revolutionize how air traffic controllers receive flight data and move aircraft between facilities. We’re seeking proposals to replace the current en route and terminal systems with a single, state-of-the-art platform for air traffic control called the Common Automation Platform (CAP). This is part of U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy’s plan to build a brand new air traffic control system. “Under this Administration’s leadership, we’re going to give our hard-working air traffic controllers the technology they deserve at their fingertips,” said FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford. “CAP will strengthen safety, reduce delays, and ensure America’s airspace is prepared for the future.” The FAA currently uses En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM) and Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System (STARS) systems to track and control aircraft. ERAM manages high-altitude flights at all 20 Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCC), providing controllers with real-time data for safe and efficient aircraft navigation through en route airspace. STARS tracks and coordinates flights in Terminal Radar Approach Controls (TRACONs) facilities and air traffic control towers, and is used in sequencing, issuing conflict alerts and for weather updates for arriving and departing aircraft. The CAP would unify these platforms into a single, modern and adaptable solution for air traffic controllers. This initiative will enhance resiliency and stability in the National Airspace System (NAS), allowing controllers to organize airspace more efficiently, and addressing the growing complexity and evolving demands of the future NAS. Those interested should visit SAM.gov <https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/6497e82b4d324d70a3208db9b2580ecb/view> to learn about our request for information. The FAA previously announced Requests for Information (RFIs) for a runway safety lighting system <https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/faa-announces-request-information-new-runway-lighting-system-bolster-runway-safety> and vendor challenge to modernize the air traffic flow system <https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/faa-launches-vendor-challenge-modernize-air-traffic-flow-system>. A Prime Integrator to manage the building of a brand new air traffic control system <https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/us-transportation-secretary-duffy-faa-launch-process-select-prime-integrator-brand-new-air> will be announced soon. -Doug Church
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