ICAO vows to speed up implementation of plans for global air flow management.
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) says it is accelerating the implementation of its air traffic flow management (ATFM) plans to help the system cope with its vulnerability to severe weather and airspace closures as well as the anticipated growth in air traffic.
Industry groups praise the multibillion-dollar upgrade program that officially took off in May.
ATC/ATM, News, Safety Oversight
ICAO plans to expand its Council and Air Navigation Commission.
Radar will replace visual separation in areas where airplanes and helicopters frequently share space.
