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Published on September 18, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

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 using drones that fly beyond the operator’s visual line of sight without visual observers. Read the approval letters here and …

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Published on September 15, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

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 …

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Published on September 14, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

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 …

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Published on September 13, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

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 …

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Published on September 8, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

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. …

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Published on September 6, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

The FAA Authorizes UPS Flight Forward and uAvionix to Operate Drones Beyond Visual Line of Sight

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Published on August 25, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Issues Alert to Prevent Injuries to Ground Crews

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 …

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Published on August 24, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

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 authorization …

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Published on August 24, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

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 …

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Published on August 23, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Invests Another $121M to Reduce Chance of Close Calls at Airports

Wednesday, August 23, 2023 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration has awarded more than $121 million to airports across the country to reduce the risk of runway incursions. Projects will reconfigure taxiways that may cause confusion, install new …

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Published on August 22, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

Runway Safety Meetings Scheduled at Approximately 90 Airports

Tuesday, August 22, 2023 WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration will hold runway safety meetings at approximately 90 airports between now and the end of September. “Sharing information is critical to improving safety,” said Tim Arel, chief …

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Published on August 21, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

Close Calls and the New York Times: What You Need to Know

Monday, August 21, 2023 The U.S. aviation system is the safest in the world, but one close call is one too many. The FAA and the aviation community are pursuing a goal of zero serious close calls, a commitment from the Safety Summit in March. The same …

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Published on August 9, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Extends Flexibility for Airlines in New York, Continues to Urge Use of Larger Aircraft

Wednesday, August 9, 2023 NYC_Waiver_Extension_FAA _8-8-23.pdf (232.93 KB) The FAA will allow airlines flexibility on slot usage requirements for airports in the New York City area through Oct. 28, 2023. The agency continues to expect that airlines will …

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Published on August 9, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Proposes $90K Against Woods Aviation LLC., for Alleged Drug and Alcohol Testing Violations

Wednesday, August 9, 2023 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposed a $90,000 civil penalty against Woods Aviation for alleged drug and alcohol testing violations. The FAA alleges that the company transferred an employee to a safety- …

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Published on August 8, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Refers More Unruly Passenger Cases to FBI

Tuesday, August 8, 2023 WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration has referred 22 more unruly passenger cases to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for criminal prosecution review. The additional cases during the second quarter bring the total to …

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Published on August 4, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Outlines Hawaii Air Tour Safety Improvements

Friday, August 4, 2023 WASHINGTON - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is moving to improve Hawaii air tour safety. The agency has outlined a consistent new process where air tour operators can receive authorization to safely descend below specific …

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Published on July 31, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Adds Senior Labor Policy Advisor to Support Administrator, Deputy Administrator

Monday, July 31, 2023 WASHINGTON - The Federal Aviation Administration named Kyle A. deCant as senior labor policy advisor. He will oversee strategic planning on labor issues and advise the agency’s acting administrator and deputy administrator. This is …

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Published on July 19, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Proposes Rule to Enhance Safety and Performance of Light Sport Aircraft

Wednesday, July 19, 2023 WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is planning to enhance the safety and performance of Light Sport Aircraft operations. The proposed Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) rule would put …

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Published on July 18, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Issues Implementation Plan Outlining Steps to Usher in Advanced Air Mobility

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 WASHINGTON — The FAA released an implementation plan detailing the steps it and others will need to take to safely enable advanced air mobility operations in the near term. The “Innovate28” plan includes various components and the …

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Published on July 17, 2023 - 00:00 GMT

FAA Offers Funding to Inspire Students to Become Pilots or Maintenance Technicians

WASHINGTON— The FAA is looking to develop the next generation of aviation professionals through two grants aimed at creating a more diverse pool of pilots and aviation maintenance technicians. The Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grants fund …

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