US aviation disruption under investigation, pilot says
Pilot Laith Al-Rasheed says outdated systems or new AI technology may have caused the US aviation halt, with investigations ongoing.
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AIPilot Laith Al-Rasheed has identified possible causes behind the disruption to air traffic in the United States.
Speaking in an interview with Al Arabiya FM, Al-Rasheed said circulating reports suggest the issue may have stemmed from either outdated operating systems or the introduction of new artificial intelligence technology.
He added that the US aviation authority is conducting an investigation and will reach a final conclusion. The company responsible for replacing the cables has completed 70 percent of the project, having switched from copper to fiber cables.
Aviation expert Mazen Al-Sammak also confirmed that the use of modern technology on old equipment was a key factor in the failure of US aviation systems.
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