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Study Shows NGS Program Worth Billions to U.S. Economy

Friday September 4, 2020

A socioeconomic study estimates that the NGS Aeronautical Survey Program (ASP) is worth between $3 billion and $13.2 billion to the U.S. economy over the next decade. The study calculates the full value of ASP contributions to the 2019 economy at $229.5 million to $1.02 billion. Moreover, without the ASP, there would be an estimated 3,438–12,849 fewer jobs. The ASP, through interagency agreements with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), provides the critical information needed to fly safely into airports nationwide, including runway, obstruction, navigation, and airport feature information. Without proper surveys, FAA imposes additional restrictions on flight paths and runway access to maintain safety. These restrictions can result in additional fuel usage, flight delays, and other inefficiencies. The ASP helps ensure efficient use of the national airspace, which is essential for local, national, and international economic activities.

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