Category: Aviation

FAA Closely Monitoring Inspections of Boeing 737 MAX Airplanes Thursday, December 28, 2023 The FAA is closely monitoring targeted inspections of Boeing 737 MAX airplanes to look for a possible loose bolt in the rudder control system. Under consultation with the FAA, Boeing has issued a Multi-Operator Message (MOM), urging operators of newer single-aisle airplanes…

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Santa, FAA Showcase Ways to Stay Off the Naughty List This Holiday Season Wednesday, December 20, 2023 WASHINGTON – As Santa Claus gears up for his journey around the globe, he’s teaming up with the FAA by giving some tips on how you can stay away from his Naughty List and expect some presents under…

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FAA Moves to Address Air Traffic Controller Fatigue Wednesday, December 20, 2023 WASHINGTON — Continuing its work to improve aviation safety, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) tasked a panel of fatigue experts to identify new ways to address air traffic controller fatigue. The three-member panel will examine how the latest science on sleep needs and…

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Biden-Harris Administration Invests $66 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding for Airport Improvements Across the Country Tuesday, December 19, 2023 WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $66.2 million from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to airports in 23 states and Puerto Rico. The 66 projects are funded exclusively by…

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FAA Ready for a Busy Holiday Travel Season Thursday, December 14, 2023 WASHINGTON — This festive holiday season, the Federal Aviation Administration predicts most fliers will take off the Thursday before Christmas.  Holiday traffic for the Christmas week will peak on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023 with 48,959 flights. The next highest travel day will be…

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FAA Administrator Strengthens Safety Oversight Authority Wednesday, December 13, 2023 WASHINGTON — Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Mike Whitaker has directed the executive director of Air Traffic Safety Oversight (AOV) to directly report both to him, as well as to the Associate Administrator of Aviation Safety (AVS).  The move was recommended by the independent Safety…

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FAA Proposes to Require Drug and Alcohol Testing of Certificated Repair Station Employees Who Work on Commercial Aircraft Outside of the U.S. Wednesday, December 6, 2023 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to require certificated repair stations located outside the United States whose employees perform safety-sensitive maintenance functions on certain air carrier aircraft to obtain…

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FAA Statement on Mental Health and Aviation Medical Clearances Rulemaking Committee Tuesday, December 5, 2023 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Mike Whitaker announced today that the agency has officially established the Mental Health and Aviation Medical Clearances Rulemaking Committee (ARC).  The ARC will provide recommendations to the FAA on ways to identify and break down…

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FAA Launches 2023 Holiday “12 Days of Drones” Safety Campaign Monday, December 4, 2023 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 launching its 12 Days of Drones campaign to…

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FAA Proposes Requiring 25-Hour Cockpit Voice Recorders Thursday, November 30, 2023 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to extend the cockpit voice-recording requirement to 25 hours for all newly manufactured aircraft. The voice recorder captures all transmissions and sounds in the cockpit, including the pilots’ voices and engine noises. “This rule will…

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