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DCA Airport Tower Just Ditched Paper Flight Strips-Only Took FAA 43 Years [Roundup]
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Key Points:
- DCA Tower has transitioned from paper flight strips to electronic systems, marking progress in the FAA's long-standing effort to digitize air traffic control, a goal expected to be mostly achieved by the 2030s.
- A woman filming a TikTok dance in an airport bathroom accidentally dropped her phone into the toilet while boarding her flight, highlighting the hazards of multitasking in busy travel environments.
- Selena Gomez expressed unusual enthusiasm for the E satellite at Dallas Fort Worth Airport, particularly praising the presence of Whataburger, which she finds makes the airport experience more enjoyable.
- Southwest Airlines is known for its fast taxiing speeds, a trait that other airlines often tease, while American Airlines has increased fees for a second checked bag on short
