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Published on July 22, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Launches Campaign to Encourage Air Traffic Controller Applications from Women, Minorities

WASHINGTON – Ahead of an upcoming open application window to become an air traffic control specialist, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration has launched a week-long campaign to encourage more applications from women, …

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Published on July 20, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Issues Decision on LaGuardia AirTrain Environmental Review

Tuesday, July 20, 2021 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today issued its decision on the environmental review for the proposed construction of the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) AirTrain. This final step, referred to as the Record of Decision, allows …

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Published on July 19, 2021 - 15:32 GMT

Press Release - FAA Opens Houston Space Safety Office to Increase Oversight of Texas and New Mexico Operations

WASHINGTON The U.S. Department of Transportations Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) opened a safety field office in Houston to increase its oversight of commercial space operations in Texas and New Mexico. From this location, FAA inspectors will be …

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Published on July 19, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Opens Houston Space Safety Office to Increase Oversight of Texas and New Mexico Operations

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) opened a safety field office in Houston to increase its oversight of commercial space operations in Texas and New Mexico. From this location, FAA inspectors will be …

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Published on July 14, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA to Host Northern California Airspace Workshops

Wednesday, July 14, 2021 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will host two virtual public workshops next week about the airspace in Northern California. The workshops will be via Zoom and livestream on social media on Tuesday, July 20, and Wednesday …

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Published on July 13, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Launches "Zero Tolerance for Unruly and Dangerous Behavior" Toolkit

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Published on July 9, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

7/9/2021 FAA Amends Cargo Exemptions The FAA amended an exemption authorizing airlines to transport cargo that is secured to the seat tracks (PDF) of a passenger aircraft when seats are removed and no passengers are in the cabin. This amendment extends …

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Published on July 8, 2021 - 20:03 GMT

Press Release - FAA Activates System to Track Space Launch, Reentry Vehicles

WASHINGTON The U.S. Department of Transportations Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) can now track a space launch or reentry vehicle in near-real time as it travels through the National Airspace System. This new capability increases safety for all …

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Published on July 8, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Activates System to Track Space Launch, Reentry Vehicles

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) can now track a space launch or reentry vehicle in near-real time as it travels through the National Airspace System. This new capability increases safety for all …

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Published on July 6, 2021 - 16:56 GMT

Press Release - FAA Releases New PSA, Levies $119K Against 9 Passengers for Alleged Unruly Behavior

WASHINGTON The U.S. Department of Transportations Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released a new public service announcement and levied $119,000 in civil penalties against passengers for alleged violations of federal regulations as part of its Zero …

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Published on July 6, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Releases New PSA, Levies $119K Against 9 Passengers for Alleged Unruly Behavior

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released a new public service announcement and levied $119,000 in civil penalties against passengers for alleged violations of federal regulations as part of its …

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Published on July 3, 2021 - 04:55 GMT

Press Release - FAA Awards Nearly $845M to Build More Accessible, Environmentally Friendly and Modern Airports

WASHINGTON The U.S. Department of Transportations Federal Aviation Administration(FAA) awarded more than $845 million in grants for projects that will mitigate environmental impacts, increase accessibility, and expand capacity at airports across the United …

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Published on July 1, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Awards Nearly $845M to Build More Accessible, Environmentally Friendly and Modern Airports

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded more than $845 million in grants for projects that will mitigate environmental impacts, increase accessibility, and expand capacity at airports across the …

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Published on June 30, 2021 - 17:08 GMT

Press Release - FAA, European Commission Reaffirm Commitment to Build Safer, More Sustainable Aviation System

The U.S. Department of Transportations Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Commissions Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport (DG MOVE) affirmed their commitment to increasing aviation safety and building a more sustainable …

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Published on June 30, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA, European Commission Reaffirm Commitment to Build Safer, More Sustainable Aviation System

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport (DG MOVE) affirmed their commitment to increasing aviation safety and building a more sustainable …

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Published on June 24, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

U.S. DOT Renews Commercial Space Transportation Advisory Committee

Thursday, June 24, 2021 The U.S. Department of Transportation is renewing the Commercial Space Transportation Advisory Committee (COMSTAC) through June 2023. COMSTAC members lend their expertise to provide advice and recommendations to the Department and …

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Published on June 22, 2021 - 21:34 GMT

Press Release - FAA Proposes $124,500 in Civil Penalties Against Eight Passengers for Allegedly Interfering with Flight Attendants

WASHINGTON The U.S. Department of Transportations Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes civil penalties ranging from $9,000 to $22,000 against eight airline passengers for allegedly interfering with flight attendants who instructed them to obey …

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Published on June 22, 2021 - 19:07 GMT

Press Release - FAA Announces Approved Administrators for Recreational Drone Pilot Safety Test

WASHINGTON Sixteen organizations have been selected by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to initially administer the Recreational Unmanned Aircraft Systems Safety Test (TRUST). The test was developed to provide recreational drone flyers with …

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Published on June 22, 2021 - 12:45 GMT

Press Release - FAA Provides $8 Billion in Airport Rescue Grants

WASHINGTON The U.S. Department of TransportationsFederal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $8 billion in grants to keep U.S. airport workers employed, construction projects going and help U.S. airports recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 …

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Published on June 22, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Proposes $124,500 in Civil Penalties Against 8 Passengers for Allegedly Interfering with Flight Attendants

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes civil penalties ranging from $9,000 to $22,000 against eight airline passengers for allegedly interfering with flight attendants who …

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