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Old October 30th 07, 02:15 AM posted to rec.aviation.piloting,rec.travel.air
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Default CNN article on problems in Air Travel, as seen by FAA



John Kulp wrote:


So you are saying, at peak rush times, there is 25% extra time for
separation to be maintained?
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Jim in NC




GPS allows for closer spacing and straighter flight paths allowing
more flights to be handled in the same time span. About 25% more.



GPS does neither.