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Published on October 21, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

U.S. DOT Names New Members to the Commercial Space Transportation Advisory Committee

WASHINGTON— The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is welcoming 21 new members to the Commercial Space Transportation Advisory Committee (COMSTAC). U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg approved the …

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Published on October 19, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

U.S. DOT Announces New Members to the Advanced Aviation Advisory Committee

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Transportation Department today announced 12 new appointments to the Federal Aviation Administration Advanced Aviation Advisory Committee (AAAC). The committee provides advice on key drone and Advanced Air …

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Published on October 18, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

US FAA, Japanese Agree to Partner on Advanced Air Mobility Certification, Operations

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) signed a Declaration of Cooperation to support future Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) aircraft development and operation. The declaration continues the safety agencies’ long …

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Published on October 13, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA’s Monroney Aeronautical Center Recognized for Energy Leadership

Thursday, October 13, 2022 WASHINGTON – Energy-efficient practices at the Federal Aviation Administration’s Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC) earned a coveted recognition from the U.S. Energy Department. The facility in Oklahoma City, Okla., …

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Published on October 11, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Activates New GPS-Guided Routes in Alaska to Fly Below Hazardous Weather

Tuesday, October 11, 2022 ANCHORAGE, ALASKA — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is publishing 54 GPS-guided routes in Alaska, allowing pilots to navigate direct flight paths at lower altitudes to avoid icing conditions. The 30 new and 24 amended …

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Published on October 11, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Invests $31M in Key Airport Cargo Projects to Strengthen Supply Chains

Tuesday, October 11, 2022 WASHINGTON – The Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded more than $31 million in grants to expand cargo infrastructure at nine airports across the United States. The projects at these …

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Published on October 6, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA, Universities Pursue Critical Research to Achieve U.S. Aviation Climate Goals

Thursday, October 6, 2022 WASHINGTON —The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued more than $16 million in grants to 14 universities across the country for research to reduce aviation emissions and noise. The …

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Published on October 4, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Extends Rest Periods for Flight Attendants

Tuesday, October 4, 2022 WASHINGTON— The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final rule requiring that flight attendants receive longer periods of rest between shifts. The new rule increases the rest period to …

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Published on October 3, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Upgrades Malaysia’s Safety Assessment Rating

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announces that Malaysia has achieved an International Aviation Safety Assessment (IASA) Category 1 rating, and is in compliance with International Civil …

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Published on October 3, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Seeks Additional Administrators for Recreational Drone Test

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today opened the second application period for entities interested in serving as administrators for The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST). Potential test …

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Published on September 30, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Begins Environmental Review for West Virginia International Yeager Airport Projects

Friday, September 30, 2022 WASHINGTON - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is preparing a draft environmental review of airfield, safety and terminal improvements at the West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW). The agency will hold several …

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Published on September 26, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Releases Vertiport Design Standards to Support the Safe Integration of Advanced Air Mobility Aircraft

Monday, September 26, 2022 WASHINGTON − The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today released new design guidelines for vertiports, infrastructure that will support Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) aircraft. The design standards will serve as the initial …

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Published on September 8, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA’s Largest Solar Project to Power Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center

Thursday, September 8, 2022 Washington, DC – The FAA’s largest solar project to date is coming to the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (the Center) in Oklahoma City. The clean electricity generated from the solar panels on FAA property will help serve the …

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Published on August 29, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Awards $231,000 in Grants to Expand Outreach to Under-Represented Students in STEM

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $231,000 in grants to support Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) outreach. “If kids can dream it, they can do it. It’s up to us to light the …

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Published on August 18, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Awards $2.7M in Drone Research to Support Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Response

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $2.7 million to support research on how drones can assist in disaster preparedness and in emergencies. “Every second counts in an emergency, and this …

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Published on July 27, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Moves Secondary Flight Deck Barrier Requirement Forward

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed requiring a second barrier to the flight deck on certain commercial airplanes. The additional barrier would protect flight decks from intrusion when the …

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Published on July 19, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Proposes $3M Fine Against Moser Aviation, LLC., for Allegedly Conducting Flights Without Chief Pilot

Tuesday, July 19, 2022 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a $3,009,500 civil penalty against Moser Aviation in Englewood, Colo., for allegedly conducting 1,018 flights without qualified …

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Published on July 18, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Proposes $1.1M Fine Against Rosado Aviation, Inc. for Alleged Illegal Charter Operations

Monday, July 18, 2022 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a $1,125,640 civil penalty against Rosado Aviation in Brodheadsville, Pa., for allegedly conducting 52 illegal charter flights. …

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Published on July 7, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

Biden Administration Announces Nearly $1B in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding Improving Airport Terminals across U.S.

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award nearly $1 billion from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to 85 airports across the country to improve terminals of all sizes. The …

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Published on July 1, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Hiring Air Traffic Controllers

Friday, July 1, 2022 The application window is now closed. Anyone interested in becoming an air traffic controller can view more about eligibility requirements and application instructions at faa.gov/be-atc. It is a challenging but rewarding job. Air …

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