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Published on February 28, 2025 - 01:05 GMT

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces Air Traffic Controller Hiring Supercharge at FAA Academy

Thursday, February 27, 2025 OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced a new plan to supercharge the hiring of air traffic controllers. This announcement followed a tour of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) …

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Published on January 31, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

FAA Designates New Orleans Area a ‘No Drone Zone’ for Super Bowl LIX

Friday, January 31, 2025 WASHINGTON – Caesars Superdome in New Orleans is a ‘No Drone Zone’ for Super Bowl LIX. Drones also are prohibited around the downtown area during the days leading up to the event. Drone operators who enter the restricted areas …

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Published on January 31, 2025 - 06:55 GMT

FAA Statements on Midair Collision at Reagan Washington National Airport

Thursday, January 30, 2025 FAA investigators are supporting the NTSB-led investigation of Wednesday night’s midair collision near Reagan Washington National Airport. The NTSB is leading the investigation and will provide all updates. We cannot comment on …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 22:05 GMT

What GA Pilots Need to Know about Super Bowl LIX

Monday, January 20, 2025 WASHINGTON – General aviation pilots flying near New Orleans from Feb. 6-11, 2025, must be aware of temporary flight restrictions, follow special air traffic procedures and comply with additional operational requirements that will …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 22:05 GMT

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Published on January 8, 2025 - 20:06 GMT

INVESTING IN AMERICA: Biden-Harris Administration Announces More Than $332 Million in Grants from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to ...

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced more than $332 million for 171 grants across 32 states to modernize airports through the Airport Infrastructure Grants ( …

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Published on January 8, 2025 - 02:11 GMT

FAA Proposes $202,450 Civil Penalty against Brazos Valley Air Charter of Tulsa, Oklahoma

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $202,450 civil penalty against Brazos Valley Air Charter of Tulsa, Oklahoma, for allegedly performing improper maintenance on a Piaggio P180 airplane and then …

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Published on January 6, 2025 - 18:23 GMT

FAA Offers Fresh Funding to Inspire Future Pilots and Maintenance Technicians

WASHINGTON— The FAA is helping to develop the next generation of aviation professionals through two grants aimed at creating a more diverse pool of pilots and aviation maintenance technicians. The Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grants fund …

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Published on January 3, 2025 - 18:47 GMT

Administrator Whitaker Reflects on the Past Year of FAA’s Boeing Oversight Following the Jan. 5 Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX ...

Friday, January 3, 2025 "Boeing is working to make progress executing its comprehensive plan in the areas of safety, quality improvement and effective employee engagement and training. We’re actively monitoring the results and keeping a close eye on …

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Published on December 17, 2024 - 17:34 GMT

DHS, FBI, FAA & DoD Joint Statement on Ongoing Response to Reported Drone Sightings

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 There are more than one million drones lawfully registered with the FAA in the United States and there are thousands of commercial, hobbyist and law enforcement drones lawfully in the sky on any given day. With the technology …

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Published on December 17, 2024 - 01:20 GMT

New FAA Rule Requires Drug and Alcohol Testing for Foreign Repair Station Employees

Monday, December 16, 2024 WASHINGTON - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final rule that requires certificated repair stations outside the U.S. to implement a drug and alcohol testing program. The testing applies to workers who perform …

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Published on December 13, 2024 - 21:56 GMT

INVESTING IN AMERICA: Biden-Harris Administration Announces More Than $20 Million in Grants from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to ...

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $20.5 million for 25 grants across 14 states and Puerto Rico to modernize airports under President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Airport …

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Published on December 12, 2024 - 07:57 GMT

FAA Commissions New Air Traffic Control Tower at Teterboro Airport

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 WASHINGTON— The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today dedicated the newly commissioned and environmentally sustainable air traffic control tower at Teterboro Airport in New Jersey. The 157-foot-tall tower has a 750- …

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Published on December 10, 2024 - 17:08 GMT

FAA and EASA Pledge to Support Safe and Secure Civil Aviation Activities

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) signed a Declaration of Intent to continue to foster and enrich its partnership to support safe and secure civil aviation activities. …

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Published on December 10, 2024 - 00:36 GMT

FAA Announces University of North Dakota as Next Enhanced Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative Program

Monday, December 9, 2024 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has signed an agreement with the University of North Dakota to become the next school for the Enhanced Air Traffic – Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) program. The school will join …

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Published on December 5, 2024 - 22:29 GMT

INVESTING IN AMERICA: Biden-Harris Administration Announces $20 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding to Modernize ...

WASHINGTON – For a fourth year, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced $20 million being awarded to 20 airport-owned airport traffic control towers across the country, spanning 15 states. This funding will be used to upgrade existing or build …

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Published on December 5, 2024 - 04:22 GMT

‘Tis the Season for Drone Safety

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 WASHINGTON – If you are considering a drone as a holiday gift, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) wants you and your loved ones to understand how to fly it safely.  The FAA is again launching its 12 Days of Drones …

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Published on December 4, 2024 - 00:32 GMT

FAA Proposes $89,500 Fine Against SnackMagic of New York for Alleged Hazardous Materials Violations

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing an $89,500 civil penalty against SnackMagic of Long Island City, New York, for allegedly violating the hazardous materials regulations. The FAA alleges the company …

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Published on November 20, 2024 - 19:05 GMT

FAA Announces Next School for Enhanced Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative Program

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has signed an agreement with Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida, to become the next school for the Enhanced Air Traffic – Collegiate Training Initiative (AT- …

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Published on November 15, 2024 - 19:16 GMT

FAA Updates BasicMed Program

Friday, November 15, 2024 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration updated its BasicMed regulations to allow pilots to operate larger aircraft and carry more passengers. BasicMed, which took effect in 2017, allows pilots to fly without holding an …

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