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FAA Upgrades Wrong-Surface Alert Technology

Controllers are alerted when pilots inadvertently line up to land on a taxiway instead of a runway.

Mar 2, 2023

Planes lined up on the runway at Seattle-Tacoma Airport.

Mar 2, 2023

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Earth Day at the FAA

Our efforts are making the national aerospace system more sustainable for the airline industry and members of the flying public.

Apr 19

Earth Day at the FAA

Apr 19

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U.S. Airports turn to BIL for Funding Needs

The infrastructure law is helping airports benefit from terminal projects that — among other things — increase energy efficiency and…

Apr 19

U.S. Airports turn to BIL for Funding Needs

Apr 19

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For the Birds

The FAA and USDA continue studying the use of drones to ward off potential bird strikes around airports.

Apr 17

A photo taken from a drone of a hawk on a radar tower.

Apr 17

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The Commercial Ticket Myth

A helicopter pilot offered sightseeing Christmas tours unaware that he was breaking regulation.

Apr 16

The Commercial Ticket Myth

Apr 16

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The Stopping Power of Pavement

The FAA’s new runway friction research is aimed at improving landing safety

Apr 9

The Stopping Power of Pavement

Apr 9

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FAA Scores Big at the Super Bowl

Learn how the FAA handled a record number operations at Las Vegas airports.

Apr 8

A view of Harry Reid International Airport from the runway.

Apr 8

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Save Story: Boston Controllers Assist Pilot Suffering from Hypoxia

Two controllers’ quick diagnosis of a pilot’s condition may have saved a life.

Mar 27

Stock image of a Cessna in flight.

Mar 27

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Accessible Skies: The Push for Personal Wheels On Board

Passengers aren’t allowed to use their personal wheelchairs while flying on commercial aircraft. Could this change?

Mar 19

A passenger in a wheelchair being pushed across the jet bridge.

Mar 19

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Building a Safety Community at DCA

The FAA aims to reduce runway incursions at towered airports through annual meetings that bring local aviation communities together.

Feb 15

Building a Safety Community at DCA

Feb 15

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