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Published on April 13, 2023 - 21:07 GMT

FAA Announces Updated Factors for Optimizing use of the National Airspace System

Thursday, April 13, 2023 Due to the increasing pace of space activity, the FAA is taking steps to optimize and equitably manage the airspace in the vicinity of launch sites. The agency will rely on a set of objective factors to better balance the needs of …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on April 13, 2023 - 15:17 GMT

FAA Refers More Unruly Passenger Cases to FBI in 2023

Thursday, April 13, 2023 WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration has referred more unruly passenger cases to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for criminal prosecution review in the first quarter of 2023. “If you act out on a plane, you should …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on April 11, 2023 - 18:48 GMT

FAA Establishes the Office of Investigations and Professional Responsibility

Tuesday, April 11, 2023 A centralized office will provide independent reviews and decisions on allegations of manager misconduct at the FAA. The Office of Investigations and Professional Responsibility’s work helps protect whistleblowers and others raising …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on April 6, 2023 - 16:42 GMT

Quiet Skies: Universities to Research Way to Reduce Aviation Noise

Thursday, April 6, 2023 WASHINGTON — America’s best aviation minds will look for new ways to reduce aviation noise this year. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded $19 million to 14 universities across the country as part of the Aviation …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on March 31, 2023 - 14:05 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $20 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding to Modernize 29 Airport Control Towers ...

WASHINGTON— The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $20 Million from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to 29 airport owned traffic control towers across the U.S. The funding will be used to …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on March 31, 2023 - 12:41 GMT

FAA Gives Kids Opportunity to Design Airports

Friday, March 31, 2023 WASHINGTON – Get ready for takeoff! The Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Design Challenge will take flight on April 1 with an extended enrollment period. The Challenge helps students design virtual airports using the …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on March 29, 2023 - 21:42 GMT

FAA Summer 2023 Operational Summit Readout

The FAA anticipates a busy summer air travel season to and from New York City, some of the country’s most complex and congested airspace. To ensure safe and smooth operations, the agency held a meeting with airlines, general aviation representatives and …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on March 28, 2023 - 12:56 GMT

Southwest Region "Women in Aerospace Conference"

It is an honor to introduce three dynamic leaders from across the aerospace industry. The panel will embark on a conversation about ways to inspire and impact the next generation of young women who will lead the aerospace industry to new heights in the …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on March 23, 2023 - 22:08 GMT

FAA Announces Notice of Limited Waiver of Slot Usage Requirement for Summer 2023

The limited, conditional waiver of the minimum usage requirement applies to "slots” at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Carriers seeking to take …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on March 22, 2023 - 14:31 GMT

FAA Urges Airlines, Pilots and Others to Take Key Safety Actions

Wednesday, March 22, 2023 Following the FAA's the Safety Summit last week the agency issued a safety alert with specific steps it wants airlines, pilots and others to take. The FAA is urging the following actions: Ensure pilots and flight attendants …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on March 22, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Efforts to Keep Air Travel Safe, Smooth in NYC This Summer

Wednesday, March 22, 2023 The FAA is taking several steps to keep air travel to and from New York City this summer safe and smooth, even as we see strong domestic demand and a return of pre-pandemic international traffic. To help prevent disruptions, the …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on March 16, 2023 - 04:38 GMT

Readout from the FAA Aviation Safety Summit Breakout Panels

Wednesday, March 15, 2023 More than 200 safety leaders from across the aviation industry met in specific breakout sessions Wednesday afternoon to discuss ways to enhance flight safety as part of the FAA’s Aviation Safety Summit in McLean, Virginia. The …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on March 6, 2023 - 16:22 GMT

FAA Proposes New Policy that Would Fulfill One of the Key Requirements of the Aircraft Certification, Safety, and Accountability ...

The FAA proposed a new policy that would fulfill one of the key requirements of the Aircraft Certification, Safety, and Accountability Act. The policy would require applicants who want to modify original transport category aircraft designs to disclose all …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on March 2, 2023 - 16:25 GMT

Schools Nationwide Receive $10 Million in FAA Grants to Develop the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals

Thursday, March 2, 2023 WASHINGTON— Twenty-three schools will receive $10 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 …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on March 1, 2023 - 17:48 GMT

Drone Pilots: Mark Your Calendars

WASHINGTON—The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is inviting the drone community to be part of its 2023 Drone Safety Day on Saturday, April 29. This one-day national event encourages drone pilots and recreational flyers to “Fly RIGHT” by focusing on …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Published on February 27, 2023 - 18:32 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $1B in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Airport Funding Awarded to Meet Surging Air ...

Larger security check points, more reliable and faster baggage systems, better roadways and multimodal connections are just some of the improvements passengers will see. Funding going to small, medium and large communities across the country. WASHINGTON – …

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Published on February 24, 2023 - 20:01 GMT

U.S. Mint Presents its New Bessie Coleman Commemorative Quarter to the FAA

Friday, February 24, 2023 FAA Headquarters in Washington, D.C., was the site of a truly special moment on Tuesday when the U.S. Mint presented a new quarter honoring aviator Bessie Coleman to FAA officials. The coin, presented by Ventris Gibson, former FAA …

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Published on February 17, 2023 - 15:53 GMT

FAA Proposes $175,000 Fine Against SpaceX for Not Submitting Required Pre-Launch Data

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a $175,000 civil penalty against Space Exploration Technologies Corp (SpaceX) for failure to submit launch collision analysis trajectory data directly …

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Published on February 16, 2023 - 18:01 GMT

FAA Completes Rule to Increase Safety at Airports

WASHINGTON – A new rule from the Federal Aviation Administration will help airports detect and mitigate safety problems before they result in accidents or incidents. The final rule requires certain airports to develop and implement a safety management …

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Published on February 9, 2023 - 18:14 GMT

FAA Urges Laser Manufacturers, Distributors to Add Warning Label to Not Shine Lasers at Aircraft

High-powered laser pointers can incapacitate pilots flying airplanes with hundreds of passengers. To combat the threat, Acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen requested laser manufacturers add a warning label to their packaging to make consumers aware of …

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