Flights in the US return to normal: Expert claims - this is the explanation behind the unusual shutdown

Flights in the US are returning to normal after a widespread shutdown. Neri Yarkoni, former director of civil aviation, argues that a technological system failure is the likely explanation, dismissing conspiracy theories. He notes that 8,000 planes were safely grounded.

Flights in the United States are returning to normal after a widespread shutdown. The US Secretary of Transportation estimates that aviation will return to full operation by Monday morning. Neri Yarkoni, former director of civil aviation, explained in an interview with Liat Ron on 103FM that a single technological system failure is the likely cause of the shutdown, dismissing conspiracy theories. Yarkoni noted that 8,000 planes were safely grounded, indicating the system's functionality. He emphasized that sophisticated systems enable more activity and safety but increase dependency. He also addressed the Flydubai incident, arguing that the problem there was a lack of basic procedure, not explosives. Yarkoni added that since 9/11, there has been a 'gunner correction' leading to extreme preventive measures.