The Future of Air Traffic Control Environments

The Challenge Facing FAA Facilities

The FAA oversees 377 control towers and 21 en route centers, most of them built more than sixty years ago. At the historic pace of replacing just one tower per year, it would take more than 300 years to refresh the system. Even under BNATCS, which accelerates replacement to four or five towers annually, the timeline stretches to 80 years.

The 21 Air Route Traffic Control Centers that guide high-altitude traffic average 63 years of age. Originally placed to match the limits of legacy technology, these facilities now face urgent needs for consolidation and modernization.

Aging infrastructure leaves controllers working in outdated layouts with obstructed sightlines, poor ergonomics, and consoles not designed for modern surveillance and communication systems. The challenge is clear: sustain safe, efficient operations in facilities that cannot pause, even as they are rebuilt for the future.

Supporting the FAA Mission to Replace, Modernize, and Sustain the National Airspace System

The FAA’s Facilities and Engineering Services mission is clear: replace facilities when required, complete modernization already underway, and sustain existing structures at a functionally acceptable level. This mandate covers more than 13,000 facilities across the National Airspace System, including ATCTs, TRACONs, ARTCCs, CERAPs, Combined Control Facilities, and advanced training environments.

Evans supports this mission with console systems built for continuous operations, seismic and environmental compliance, and long term adaptability. Our designs are modular and extensible, enabling the seamless integration of IP voice switches, surveillance displays, and future technologies without disrupting service.

By aligning our work with the FAA’s Capital Investment Plan, we help agencies modernize infrastructure while sustaining safe and reliable operations, strengthening the resilience of the NAS today and preparing it for decades ahead.

How Evans turns constraints into a workable modernization plan

The FAA must sustain live operations in aging facilities while handling growing traffic demands. Evans delivers modernization that works within these realities. We design for controllers, integrate with FAA programs, and build solutions that adapt to the future.

Design that restores performance
Our site surveys inform console layouts that preserve sightlines, improve ergonomics, and support controller focus. Every system is staged and tested before installation to ensure a precise fit and finish.

Integration with FAA modernization programs
Evans consoles meet FAA standards for seismic resilience, VOC and BIFMA compliance, and ISO 9001 quality. They are ready for VoIP communications, advanced surveillance, and automation platforms, enabling upgrades without disruptive rebuilds.

Scalability for the future
Every Evans solution is modular and extensible, allowing new systems to be added as funding and technology evolve while staying aligned with the FAA vision for NextGen operations.

Consoles built for FAA
• ATC slatwall consoles provide flexible mounting for displays and equipment with room for future upgrades
• TRACON consoles deliver radar centric layouts designed for high traffic environments and seamless integration of technology
• Tower consoles maximize line of sight across runways and aprons while integrating communications and surveillance systems

Evans provides the FAA with environments that meet the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Our solutions create workspaces that support controller focus, integrate advanced systems with precision, and adapt to future demands without disruption. By aligning design, technology, and operations, Evans ensures every facility delivers reliable performance and lasting value.

The Evans Advantage

Approved FAA partner
Evans is an FAA approved Slatwall Console Vendor, dedicated solely to control room solutions. Our systems meet FAA requirements for seismic resilience, ISO 9001 quality, and BIFMA and VOC compliance.

Scale that ensures certainty
We deliver 25 to 30 projects every month, applying tested processes and proven risk controls. FAA executives gain confidence knowing modernization is refined at a pace unmatched in the industry.

Global perspective with U.S. priority
Seventy percent of Evans projects are delivered in the United States. Work across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific brings exposure to international best practices, yet our priority remains on meeting FAA requirements for ATCTs, TRACONs, ARTCCs, CERAPs, CCFs, and specialized training facilities..

Expertise that crosses domains
Evans brings insights from utilities defense public safety and intelligence environments where failure is not an option. That cross-sector knowledge strengthens every FAA program with advanced thinking in human factors technology integration and operational continuity.

Complete delivery accountability
From early operational planning and human factors validation through construction, console installation, and lifecycle support, Evans takes responsibility for the entire modernization process. FAA leaders deal with one accountable partner instead of juggling multiple vendors.

The modernization of U.S. air traffic control requires trusted partners with experience in the most demanding environments. Evans has delivered before, and Evans is ready to deliver again. 

Turnkey Solutions - FAA WOCC, Washington DC

Evans delivers modernization from start to finish

Evans supports the FAA at every stage of the modernization journey by partnering with trusted companies to cover the complete lifecycle of work.

Our full lifecycle approach includes:

• Construction planning and coordination

• Architectural and engineering design

• Human factors and operational planning

• Technology integration for communications, surveillance, and automation

• Console design and manufacturing for mission critical operations

• Final installation and commissioning with facilities kept live

This approach gives FAA executives one accountable partner who delivers safe, efficient, and future-ready environments without the delays and fragmentation of multiple vendors.

Evans is ready to support the FAA’s NextGen mission

Connect with Nick Yaskiw, Vertical Manager - ATC & Airports to see how Evans is building the next generation of ATC control rooms.