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Published on February 11, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Begins New Phase of Testing to Safely Integrate Drones into the National Airspace

Friday, February 11, 2022 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will begin field-testing new drone-traffic-management capabilities to further integrate these aircraft into the National Airspace System. The Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management …

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Published on February 4, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Reaches One Million Airspace Authorization for Drone Pilots

WASHINGTON – This week, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued its millionth airspace authorization for drone pilots to use busy airspace safely. The Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) automates the process for drone …

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Published on February 4, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

Dangerous Laser Strikes Reach Highest Numbers

Friday, February 4, 2022 Dangerous laser strikes topped all previous records in 2021. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) received 9,723 reports from pilots last year, a 41 percent increase over 2020. Shining a laser at an aircraft is a serious …

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Published on February 2, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA designates Los Angeles Area a ‘No Drone Zone’ For Super Bowl LVI

Wednesday, February 2, 2022 WASHINGTON – SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., is a “No Drone Zone” for Super Bowl LVI. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will prohibit drones within a 30-nautical-mile radius of the stadium up to 18,000 feet in …

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Published on January 29, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

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Be a part of building better airports across America. Small businesses will learn about the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), the FAA's plan for the funding, and projected areas of contract opportunities. Find out how your company can support air …

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Published on January 26, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA, United Kingdom CAA Strengthen Collaboration

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) finalized an agreement that will allow the two countries to share each other’s evaluation and acceptance of flight simulators. The agreement will reduce the …

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Published on January 26, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Announces Super Bowl LVI Safety Plan

WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is working with law enforcement, the aviation community and the National Football League to ensure safe, secure and efficient aircraft operations for Super Bowl LVI. The Super Bowl will be held Feb. 13 …

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Published on January 13, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Implements More Efficient Descent Procedures to Reduce Fuel Burn, Emissions

WASHINGTON—Descent procedures that the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) put in place across the country in the 2021 will save millions of gallons of fuel and reduce CO2 and other emissions by hundreds of thousands …

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Published on January 13, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Awards $5M in Grants to Develop Next Generation of Pilots

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $5 million to educate the next generation of pilots and other aviation professionals. The Aircraft Pilots Aviation Workforce Development Grants were awarded …

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Published on January 13, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Awards $5 Million in Grants to Train the Next Generation of Aviation Maintenance Technicians

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $5 million in grants to develop a diverse talent pool of aviation maintenance technicians. The Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers Workforce Development …

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Published on January 12, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Seeks Comments on Updates to Airport Noise Control and Compatibility Planning Guidance

Wednesday, January 12, 2022 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) invites the aviation industry and the public to comment on a planned update to guidance for evaluating noise and land use around airports. The agency will consider comments …

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Published on January 10, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

Super Bowl LVI Flight Requirements for GA Pilots

WASHINGTON – General aviation pilots who want to fly in Los Angeles airspace between Feb. 6 – 14, 2022, must follow special air traffic procedures, temporary flight restrictions and other operational requirements that will be in effect for Super Bowl LVI. …

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Published on January 7, 2022 - 00:00 GMT

FAA to Hire Experienced Air Traffic Controllers

If you’re an experienced air traffic controller eager to put your talents to use, consider applying for a job with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA is providing a window of opportunity for experienced air traffic controllers to apply for …

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Published on December 23, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

Santa Reveals His FAA Safety Naughty & Nice Lists, Thanks FAA for Special Flight Permission on Dec. 24

WASHINGTON – In an open letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Santa Claus revealed who made it on his FAA Safety Naughty and Nice Lists. “I have the utmost gratitude and respect for everyone who makes it their job to keep air travel safe,” …

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Published on December 21, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA-Fined Unruly Passengers to Lose TSA PreCheck®

Tuesday, December 21, 2021 WASHINGTON — Unruly airline passengers may face additional consequences for bad behavior under a new partnership between the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Under the …

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Published on December 20, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Proposes $167,343 Fine Against Dayton, Ohio, for Allowing Flights While Lacking Adequate Firefighting Capacity

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposed a $167,343 civil penalty against the City of Dayton, Ohio, for allegedly allowing seven flights to arrive and depart on Feb. 13, 2020, while John M. Cox …

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Published on December 17, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Selects Capt. Billy Nolen to Lead Safety Office

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration has selected Captain Billy Nolen, an experienced aviation safety professional and former airline captain, to head the agency’s aviation safety organization. As Associate …

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Published on December 17, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA To Hold Nashville, Tennessee Airspace Meeting

Friday, December 17, 2021 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will hold a virtual public information meeting on its proposal to modify the airspace over Nashville International Airport in Tennessee. Under the proposed changes, existing …

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Published on December 16, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Announces First-Year Airport Funding Amounts from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Thursday, December 16, 2021 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $2.89 billion made available by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to 3,075 airports around the nation. The money can be …

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Published on December 10, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Ends Commercial Space Astronaut Wings Program, Will Recognize Individuals Reaching Space on Website

Friday, December 10, 2021 WASHINGTON – With the advent of the commercial space tourism era, starting in 2022, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will now recognize individuals who reach space on its website instead of issuing Commercial Space …

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