"Transportation Secretary Buttigieg Addresses Flight Delays and Airspace Management"

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg discusses the need for changes to manage airspace more efficiently, addressing recent flight disruptions caused by severe weather. He acknowledges the importance of tackling air traffic control staffing issues and outlines plans to hire more controllers and improve staffing models. Buttigieg also highlights efforts to use new technology and engage with the space industry to optimize airspace usage. Additionally, he emphasizes the urgency of infrastructure projects to enhance resilience in the face of severe weather impacts. The interview also touches on Buttigieg's views on recent Supreme Court rulings and the broader culture wars.
- Transcript: Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on "Face the Nation," July 2, 2023 CBS News
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