ATC automation failures
2011-03-09 16:29:45.37967+01 by Dan Lyke 0 comments
The Atlantic: Can the FAA Get Rid of Air Traffic Controllers? is a little "OMG computers will take our jobs!" hysterical:
I'm not convinced. I'm not convinced of anything -- except that we are playing with fire. Just remember, these guys aren't making a "bet" on your mortgage. They're betting with your life. If this thing goes south it's going to hurt a little more than losing half your 401k.
but I'm linking to it because it's got a good list of the various failed air traffic control automation systems.