Category: Aviation

FAA Meeting the Demand for Space Launch and Reentry Licenses Wednesday, February 21, 2024 WASHINGTON –As the surge in commercial space transportation operations continues, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) intends to establish a new aerospace rulemaking committee (SpARC) to identify ways to further improve how launch and reentry licenses are reviewed and approved without compromising…

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FAA Finalizes Rule to Reduce Carbon Pollution from New Jets and Turboprops Tuesday, February 20, 2024 WASHINGTON—The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released a final rule to reduce carbon pollution emitted by most large airplanes flying in U.S. airspace. The rule requires incorporating improved fuel-efficient technologies for airplanes manufactured after January 1, 2028, and for…

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Read Out from FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker’s Trip to the Seattle, Washington, area Thursday, February 15, 2024 As part of the FAA’s continuous work to enhance safety, Administrator Mike Whitaker visited the Seattle, Washington, area earlier this week to hear directly from FAA employees who oversee Boeing.  Administrator Whitaker received valuable feedback from FAA employees…

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $1 Billion in Grants from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Improve 114 Airports Across the U.S. Thursday, February 15, 2024 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $970 million from President Biden’s Bipartisan Investing in America agenda to 114 airports across the country, spanning 44 states and three territories….

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FAA Moves to Accelerate Air Traffic Controller Hiring by Enhancing College Training Program Friday, February 9, 2024 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is working to accelerate its training and hiring of air traffic controllers through an Enhanced Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) program.    “Hiring more air traffic controllers is a priority,” said FAA Administrator…

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Read Out from FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker’s Meeting with Airlines Wednesday, February 7, 2024 FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker convened a meeting with airline CEOs today to discuss the current state of the U.S. aviation system and find ways to continuously improve safety. He also provided an update on the agency’s enhanced oversight activities of Boeing…

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FAA designates Las Vegas Area a ‘No Drone Zone’ for Super Bowl LVIII Friday, February 2, 2024 WASHINGTON – Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas is a ‘No Drone Zone’ for Super Bowl LVIII. Drones also are prohibited around several additional locations during the days leading up to the event. Drones will be restricted during the…

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FAA Expands B4UFLY Services for Drone Pilots Thursday, February 1, 2024 WASHINGTON – The FAA is now partnering with several companies to offer drone pilots more places to receive official airspace awareness information.   The FAA’s B4UFLY service shows recreational drone flyers where they can and cannot fly.   The FAA has approved four companies to…

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Dangerous Laser Strikes Increase to Highest Numbers Wednesday, January 31, 2024 WASHINGTON — Dangerous laser strikes topped all previous records in 2023. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) received 13,304 reports from pilots last year, a 41 percent increase over 2022. Shining a laser at an aircraft is a serious safety threat. Many types of high-powered…

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces More Than $240 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding to Modernize Airports in 37 States Tuesday, January 30, 2024 WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $243.7 million in Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The $243.7 million includes…

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