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Published on March 14, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Rolls Out New Technology for Controllers to Improve Surface Safety at the Nation’s Airports

Thursday, March 14, 2024 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced today it is launching a new surface safety tool, called Approach Runway Verification (ARV), at air traffic control towers across the nation to improve safety at airports. Austin- …

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Published on March 13, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Proposes $280,000 Penalty Against Southern Airways Express

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $280,000 civil penalty against Southern Airways Express of Palm Beach, Florida, for allegedly using an unqualified co-pilot on revenue flights. The FAA alleges …

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Published on March 13, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Proposes $175,000 Penalty Against Houston-Based Empyreal Jet

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $175,000 civil penalty against Empyreal Jet of Houston for allegedly operating a Raytheon Hawker 800 jet when it was not airworthy following improper maintenance …

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Published on March 11, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

2025 Budget Proposal Invests in Aviation Safety

WASHINGTON – Today, the Biden-Harris Administration released the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Budget request to Congress. The budget will build on the Federal Aviation Administration’s safety priorities by allowing the agency to hire more air traffic controllers …

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Published on March 5, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

Schools Nationwide Receive $13.5 Million in FAA Grants to Develop the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals

Tuesday, March 5, 2024 WASHINGTON— Thirty-two schools will receive $13.5 million in grants from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to help attract and train students for careers as pilots and aviation maintenance technicians. Twelve of the …

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Published on March 4, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

Updates on Boeing 737-9 MAX Aircraft

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)’s six-week audit of Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems, prompted by the January 5 incident involving a new, Boeing 737-9 MAX aircraft, found multiple instances where the companies allegedly failed to comply with …

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Published on February 27, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

Know Before You Go – Make a Safe Landing with Arrival Alert Notices

Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Continuing its efforts to improve safety on the nation’s runways, the FAA is informing pilots of an easily accessible safety tool called Arrival Alert Notice (AAN). AAN is a planning and awareness tool to help pilots avoid lining …

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Published on February 26, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

Review Panel’s Final Report on Organization Designation Authorizations (ODA) for the Design and Production of Airplanes

Monday, February 26, 2024 The FAA appreciates the hard work and dedication of the expert panel members who completed this extensive review in preparing this report, which meets a requirement of the Aircraft Certification, Safety, and Accountability Act. We …

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Published on February 21, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Meeting the Demand for Space Launch and Reentry Licenses

Wednesday, February 21, 2024 WASHINGTON –As the surge in commercial space transportation operations continues, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) intends to establish a new aerospace rulemaking committee (SpARC) to identify ways to further improve …

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Published on February 20, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Finalizes Rule to Reduce Carbon Pollution from New Jets and Turboprops

Tuesday, February 20, 2024 WASHINGTON—The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released a final rule to reduce carbon pollution emitted by most large airplanes flying in U.S. airspace. The rule requires incorporating improved fuel-efficient …

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Published on February 15, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

Read Out from FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker’s Trip to the Seattle, Washington, area

Thursday, February 15, 2024 As part of the FAA’s continuous work to enhance safety, Administrator Mike Whitaker visited the Seattle, Washington, area earlier this week to hear directly from FAA employees who oversee Boeing. Administrator Whitaker received …

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Published on February 15, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $1 Billion in Grants from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Improve 114 Airports ...

WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $970 million from President Biden’s Bipartisan Investing in America agenda to 114 airports across the country, spanning 44 states and three territories. This announcement, which Secretary …

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Published on February 9, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Moves to Accelerate Air Traffic Controller Hiring by Enhancing College Training Program

Friday, February 9, 2024 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is working to accelerate its training and hiring of air traffic controllers through an Enhanced Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) program.   “Hiring more air traffic …

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Published on February 7, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

Read Out from FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker’s Meeting with Airlines

Wednesday, February 7, 2024 FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker convened a meeting with airline CEOs today to discuss the current state of the U.S. aviation system and find ways to continuously improve safety. He also provided an update on the agency’s …

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Published on February 2, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

FAA designates Las Vegas Area a ‘No Drone Zone’ for Super Bowl LVIII

Friday, February 2, 2024 WASHINGTON – Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas is a ‘No Drone Zone’ for Super Bowl LVIII. Drones also are prohibited around several additional locations during the days leading up to the event. Drones will be restricted during the …

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Published on February 1, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Expands B4UFLY Services for Drone Pilots

Thursday, February 1, 2024 WASHINGTON – The FAA is now partnering with several companies to offer drone pilots more places to receive official airspace awareness information. The FAA’s B4UFLY service shows recreational drone flyers where they can and …

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Published on January 31, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

Dangerous Laser Strikes Increase to Highest Numbers

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 WASHINGTON -- Dangerous laser strikes topped all previous records in 2023. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) received 13,304 reports from pilots last year, a 41 percent increase over 2022. Shining a laser at an aircraft …

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Published on January 30, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Announces More Than $240 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding to Modernize Airports in 37 ...

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $243.7 million in Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The $243.7 million includes 150 …

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Published on January 29, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

Austin Airport is First in Nation to Get Advanced Tower Simulator, Boosting Controller Training and Safety

Monday, January 29, 2024 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is the first air traffic control tower in the nation to receive the new modernized Tower Simulation System, which is used for …

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Published on January 24, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Halts Boeing MAX Production Expansion to Improve Quality Control, Also Lays Out Extensive Inspection and Maintenance Process ...

WASHINGTON – The Jan. 5 Boeing 737-9 MAX incident must never happen again. Accordingly, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is announcing additional actions to ensure every aircraft is safe. The FAA today informed Boeing it will not grant any …

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