Group 1 - The FAA has significantly increased the number of connection tests for Starlink, aiming to improve the air traffic control system plagued by interruptions [1] - Currently, the FAA is testing 41 Starlink connection points across New Jersey, Alaska, and Oklahoma, up from only 8 connection points earlier this year [1] - The testing in Alaska is focused on "non-safety critical" locations to restore stable weather information access for pilots and FAA flight service stations [1] Group 2 - A recent incident at a Philadelphia facility highlighted issues with the old air traffic control system, where controllers temporarily lost communication with aircraft [2] - Musk indicated that existing systems are "rapidly failing," and Starlink terminals were sent to relevant agencies for free to restore air traffic control connectivity [2] - The FAA is considering Starlink as part of a comprehensive solution for upgrading its telecommunications network, which is crucial for flight safety and communication [2]