FAA to investigate drone that delayed Ravens-Bengals game The Federal Aviation Administration says it will investigate after a drone briefly delayed the Ravens-Bengals game in Baltimore The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2023
SpaceX will try again to launch its mega rocket into orbit after first attempt ended in an explosion SpaceX is aiming for another test flight of its mega rocket on Friday after getting the final OK from the Federal Aviation Administration The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2023
Near-misses at US airports prompts calls for ‘urgent action’ The National Transportation Safety Board has opened seven investigations into near-miss incidents since January The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2023
SpaceX says its 2nd Starship test flight could launch on Nov. 17 (video) SpaceX says its next Starship launch could occur as early as Nov. 17, pending regulatory approval from the Federal Aviation Administration and other agencies. Space · Nov 11, 2023
Top US accident investigator says close calls between planes show that aviation is under stress The nation’s top accident investigator says a surge in close calls between planes at U.S. airports this year is a clear warning sign that aviation is under stress The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2023
Averted disaster on Horizon Air flight renews scrutiny on mental health of those in the cockpit What authorities describe as an off-duty pilot’s attempt to shut down the engines of a Horizon Air flight has renewed attention on the mental fitness of those allowed in the cockpit The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023
Senate votes 98-0 to confirm Biden's nominee to run the FAA The approval of Michael Whitaker, former deputy FAA administrator, ends a span of nearly 19 months in which the agency was without a Senate-confirmed chief. WEKU · Oct 25, 2023
Senate votes 98-0 to confirm Biden's nominee to run the Federal Aviation Administration The Federal Aviation Administration finally has a Senate-confirmed leader The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2023
Biden's choice to lead the Federal Aviation Administration wins endorsement from a key Senate panel President Joe Biden's pick to lead the Federal Aviation Administration has moved a step closer to Senate confirmation The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023
White House nominee to lead the FAA glides through a Senate committee vote The Senate Commerce Committee voted to advance the nomination of Michael Whitaker to head the FAA, at a time when aviation experts say the U.S. air travel system shows mounting signs of stress. WEKU · Oct 18, 2023
Bipartisan stopgap funds bill unveiled in Senate - Roll Call Measure would extend current funds through Nov. 17 and provide scaled-down emergency aid to Ukraine and natural disaster victims. Roll Call · Sep 26, 2023
SpaceX can’t launch another rocket until dozens of fixes are made, FAA says An investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration found multiple failures that led to the explosion of a SpaceX rocket in the Rio Grande Valley in April. The Texas Tribune · Sep 8, 2023
The FAA is considering mandating technology to warn pilots before they land on the wrong runway The Federal Aviation Administration is considering requiring that all planes be equipped with technology designed to prevent close calls around airports The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
SpaceX can't launch its giant rocket again until fixes are made, FAA says The Federal Aviation Administration says SpaceX must take a series of steps before it can launch its mega rocket again The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023
The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2023 Biden will nominate a former Obama official to run the Federal Aviation Administration President Joe Biden will nominate a former Obama administration official to lead the Federal Aviation Administration, which has been without a permanent leader for a year and a half
The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2023 United Airlines lifts nationwide ground stop caused by ‘equipment issue’ FAA said United was ‘unable to contact their dispatch through normal means’
The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2023 Eleven passengers hospitalised after severe turbulence on Delta flight: ‘Bunch of blood and awfulness’ The Federal Aviation Administration has since launched an investigation into the incident
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 14, 2023 Chicagoans may see fewer flights, higher fares to New York City and D.C. The Federal Aviation Administration last week extended a waiver that allows airlines to limit flights to and from New York City-area airports due to shortages in air traffic control staff.
WEKU · Aug 9, 2023 There has been an 80% drop in cases of unruly airline passengers since 2021 The Federal Aviation Administration partnered with the FBI in 2021 to bring criminal charges more aggressively against disorderly airline passengers.
The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2023 The FAA, lacking enough air traffic controllers, will extend limits on New York City-area flights The Federal Aviation Administration is letting airlines continue to reduce their flights in the New York City area beyond summer and into this fall
The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023 After Boeing Max crashes, US regulators detail safety information that aircraft makers must disclose The Federal Aviation Administration says it's giving manufacturers more guidance on safety information that they must disclose when seeking certification of new large planes
The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023 House aims to ease air travel delays with more money for air traffic controllers The House has overwhelmingly passed a bill that would give the Federal Aviation Administration more money to hire air traffic controllers
The Guardian - US · Jul 17, 2023 US investigating after United flight loses emergency slide Flight 12 from Zurich touched down in Chicago without inflatable slide – which was found four miles away in resident’s backyard
Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023 In the spotlight as FAA fight heats up: Sen. Mark Warner Sen. Mark Warner joined fellow Virginia Democrat Tim Kaine and Democratic senators from Maryland in announcing they would oppose the chamber’s Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill if it adds long-distance flight slots to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Tribune News Service · Jul 6, 2023 Investigation: South Florida’s smaller airports top the country in lead emissions, but nearby residents remain unaware FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- George Koren loves the Pembroke Pines home he has lived in for 48 years, just across the fence from North Perry Airport.