Category: Aviation

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…

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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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FAA Extends Remote ID Enforcement Date Six Months Wednesday, September 13, 2023 Drone pilots who are unable to comply with the broadcast requirement of the Remote ID Rule will now have until March 16, 2024, to equip their aircraft. After that date, operators could face fines and suspension or revocation of pilot certificates.  In making…

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2023 Altimetry System Error Workshop Wednesday, September 13, 2023 September 5 – 7 2023 Altimetry System Error (ASE) Workshop An Altimetry System Error (ASE) Workshop was hosted by EUROCONTROL and the Federal Aviation Administration at the EUROCONTROL Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, on September 5 – 7, 2023. The purpose of this workshop is to build awareness…

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FAA Closes SpaceX Starship Mishap Investigation Friday, September 8, 2023 The FAA has closed the SpaceX Starship Super Heavy mishap investigation. The final report cites multiple root causes of the April 20, 2023, mishap and 63 corrective actions SpaceX must take to prevent mishap reoccurrence. Corrective actions include redesigns of vehicle hardware to prevent leaks…

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The FAA Authorizes UPS Flight Forward and uAvionix to Operate Drones Beyond Visual Line of Sight Wednesday, September 6, 2023 WASHINGTON— The FAA authorized two more companies to operate drones beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). UPS Flight Forward with its Matternet M2 can conduct power line and pipeline inspections and uAvionix with its Rapace…

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FAA Issues Alert to Prevent Injuries to Ground Crews Friday, August 25, 2023 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO) to prevent injuries while workers are towing aircraft and guiding them to and from gates. The SAFO reminds airlines that it is important for workers to remain clear of…

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The FAA Authorizes Phoenix Air Unmanned to Operate Drones Beyond Visual Line of Sight for Certain Aerial Work Thursday, August 24, 2023 The FAA authorized Phoenix Air Unmanned to operate SwissDrones SVO 50 V2 drones beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) for aerial work, aerial photography, survey and powerline and pipeline patrol and inspection. The…

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FAA Hits 1,500-Controller Hiring Goal for 2023 Thursday, August 24, 2023 WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration has hired 1,500 air traffic controllers and met its 2023 goal needed to continue rebuilding its training pipeline. The agency also announced that it now has approximately 2,600 controllers being trained at facilities across the country. Many of…

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