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Trump announces plans to privatize US air traffic control system

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Re: Trump announces plans to privatize US air traffic control system

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I'm cautious to say this is a good idea, but I'm also optimistic the private sector would be more efficient than the public sector.

I too look forward to the grand efficiencies that can only come from upholding share holder value above customer safety. Flying will be so much more exciting.

Re: Trump announces plans to privatize US air traffic control system

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I'm cautious to say this is a good idea, but I'm also optimistic the private sector would be more efficient than the public sector.

When did we decide efficiency was the goal of air traffic control? I want the thing to be effective and reliable, efficiency is way down the list here.

Re: Trump announces plans to privatize US air traffic control system

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post #5

I'm cautious to say this is a good idea, but I'm also optimistic the private sector would be more efficient than the public sector.

When did we decide efficiency was the goal of air traffic control? I want the thing to be effective and reliable, efficiency is way down the list here.

Do you think government performs better in that regard than well regulated private industry? There are plenty of air-traffic control horror stories, and it appears to be systemic: https://www.rt.com/usa/312138-secret-faa-study-chronic-fatig...

Re: Trump announces plans to privatize US air traffic control system

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I'm cautious to say this is a good idea, but I'm also optimistic the private sector would be more efficient than the public sector.

I too look forward to the grand efficiencies that can only come from upholding share holder value above customer safety. Flying will be so much more exciting.

It would be a non-profit corporation. This doesn't have anything to do with increasing shareholder value.
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