If you are fluent in Windows 95, if you can transfer files to and from a floppy disk, if you can write notes on paper, there may be exciting career opportunities for you in air traffic control.

As the world (aka Matt) gets ready to go on its holidays, our thoughts turn to the remarkably analogue world of the world’s air traffic management systems. Richard Bradbury and Matt Armitage marvel at the resilience of antiquated air technology. And wonder if we’re nearing the cliff edge of its obsolescence.

Plus, technology that lets you see through walls with a smartphone, which could upend privacy and society as we know it.

Produced by: Richard Bradbury

Presented by: Richard Bradbury

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Categories:  technology

Tags:  legacy technology,  air traffic control system,  copper technology,  windows 95,  future tech,