FAA Issues Important Charter Guidance to Pilots and Passengers Thursday, October 19, 2023 Today, booking a charter flight can be as easy as tapping a few buttons on your mobile device. But that doesn’t mean the flight is legal or safe. The FAA’s top priority is ensuring the safety of the traveling public, and it’s…
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FAA Closes Blue Origin Mishap Investigation Wednesday, September 27, 2023 The FAA has closed the Blue Origin New Shepard 23 mishap investigation. The final report cites the proximate cause of the Sept. 12, 2022, mishap as the structural failure of an engine nozzle caused by higher than expected engine operating temperatures. The FAA required Blue…
$201M in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Lights the Way to Improve Runway Safety Tuesday, September 26, 2023 WASHINGTON – More than $201 million in President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding will go to airfield lighting systems at 82 airports. The projects will purchase and install new lighting for runways and taxiways to keep operations safe during reduced…
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $300 Million for Projects to Reduce Carbon Pollution from Aviation as Part of Investing in America Agenda Monday, September 25, 2023 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration announced nearly $300 million in funding for projects to help achieve America’s goal of net-zero emissions from aviation by 2050 as part of President…
FAA Proposed Rule Would Reduce the Growth of Debris from Commercial Space Vehicles Wednesday, September 20, 2023 WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing a rule to limit the growth of new orbital debris and reduce the potential for collisions with spacecraft and satellites to promote a sustainable space environment. If left unchecked, the…
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FAA Proposes to Revoke Hickory Regional Airport’s Operating Certificate Tuesday, September 19, 2023 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to revoke the Airport Operating Certificate for the Hickory Regional Airport (HKY). An FAA issued Airport Operating Certificate is required to serve certain commercial air carrier aircraft. The agency alleges that during inspections…
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FAA Proposes $477,000 Penalty Against Virgin Islands Port Authority Tuesday, September 19, 2023 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a $477,000 civil penalty against the Virgin Islands Port Authority for improper airfield maintenance at Cyril E. King International Airport (STT). The agency alleges that during airport inspections in 2021 and 2022, the…
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FAA Authorizes Zipline International, Inc. to Deliver Commercial Packages Using Drones That Fly Beyond Operator’s Line of Sight Monday, September 18, 2023 The FAA authorized Zipline International, Inc., to deliver commercial packages around Salt Lake City and Bentonville, Arkansas, using drones that fly beyond the operator’s visual line of sight. Read the approval letters here…
Statement on Slot Usage Flexibility at Airports in the New York City Area Friday, September 15, 2023 The FAA will allow airlines flexibility on slot usage at airports in the New York City area through October 27, 2024. The agency continues to expect that airlines will operate larger aircraft to transport more passengers, have sufficient…
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Federal Aviation Administration Returns Mexico to Highest Aviation Safety Status Thursday, September 14, 2023 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration returned Mexico’s aviation safety rating to the highest level following more than two years of close work between the civil aviation authorities in both countries. With a return to Category 1 status, Mexico can add…
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