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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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Published on November 14, 2024 - 23:01 GMT

Bahrain Achieves its First Safety Assessment Rating

Thursday, November 14, 2024 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced today that Bahrain achieved its first International Aviation Safety Assessment (IASA) with a Category 1 rating. Under the Category 1 rating, Bahrain’s civil …

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Published on November 14, 2024 - 23:01 GMT

New Record for FAA-Licensed Commercial Space Operations, Aerospace Rulemaking Committee Launched to Update Licensing Rule

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ended Fiscal Year 2024 with a record 148 licensed commercial space operations, up more than 30 percent over the prior year. The FAA forecasts that number may more than double by FY 2028 and is launching an …

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Published on October 24, 2024 - 13:11 GMT

INVESTING IN AMERICA: Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $1 Billion in Funding to Modernize Airport Terminals Across 46 ...

WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $970 million from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to 125 U.S. airports, spanning 46 states, Guam, and Palau. Today’s announcement is the fourth investment of nearly $1 …

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Published on October 23, 2024 - 00:54 GMT

With New Rule, FAA is Ready for Air Travel of the Future

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 WASHINGTON - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is ready for powered lift, which will be the first completely new category of civil aircraft since helicopters were introduced in the 1940s. Powered lift operations include …

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Published on October 18, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Selects University Team Finalists of 2024 Data Challenge

Friday, October 18, 2024 WASHINGTON –The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced seven finalist and two honorable mention collegiate teams of the 2024 FAA Data Challenge. In its second year, the contest focuses on the use of Artificial Intelligence …

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Published on October 10, 2024 - 08:03 GMT

FAA’s Role in Hurricane Preparations and Response

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 When natural disasters hit, the FAA is there to help in preparations, response and recovery. The FAA works side-by-side with other federal and state agencies to ensure the safety of of nation’s airspace. With the arrival of …

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Published on October 2, 2024 - 17:39 GMT

FAA Announces First Two Schools for Enhanced Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative Program

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 WASHINGTON -- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has signed agreements with Tulsa Community College and the University of Oklahoma to become the first two schools for the Enhanced Air Traffic – Collegiate Training …

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Published on September 24, 2024 - 20:23 GMT

Biden-Harris Administration Commits $290 Million for New Runway at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 WASHINGTON – Today, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) committed $290 million in Airport Improvement Program (AIP) funding to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to assist with development of its new fourth …

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