PinnedFederal Aviation AdministrationinCleared for TakeoffFAA Upgrades Wrong-Surface Alert TechnologyControllers are alerted when pilots inadvertently line up to land on a taxiway instead of a runway.3 min read·Mar 2, 2023--3--3
Federal Aviation AdministrationinCleared for TakeoffEarth Day at the FAAOur efforts are making the national aerospace system more sustainable for the airline industry and members of the flying public.4 min read·Apr 19, 2024--1--1
Federal Aviation AdministrationinCleared for TakeoffU.S. Airports turn to BIL for Funding NeedsThe infrastructure law is helping airports benefit from terminal projects that — among other things — increase energy efficiency and…5 min read·Apr 19, 2024----
Federal Aviation AdministrationinCleared for TakeoffFor the BirdsThe FAA and USDA continue studying the use of drones to ward off potential bird strikes around airports.4 min read·Apr 17, 2024----
Federal Aviation AdministrationinCleared for TakeoffThe Commercial Ticket MythA helicopter pilot offered sightseeing Christmas tours unaware that he was breaking regulation.4 min read·Apr 16, 2024----
Federal Aviation AdministrationinCleared for TakeoffThe Stopping Power of PavementThe FAA’s new runway friction research is aimed at improving landing safety3 min read·Apr 9, 2024----
Federal Aviation AdministrationinCleared for TakeoffFAA Scores Big at the Super BowlLearn how the FAA handled a record number operations at Las Vegas airports.4 min read·Apr 8, 2024----
Federal Aviation AdministrationinCleared for TakeoffSave Story: Boston Controllers Assist Pilot Suffering from HypoxiaTwo controllers’ quick diagnosis of a pilot’s condition may have saved a life.4 min read·Mar 27, 2024--1--1
Federal Aviation AdministrationinCleared for TakeoffAccessible Skies: The Push for Personal Wheels On BoardPassengers aren’t allowed to use their personal wheelchairs while flying on commercial aircraft. Could this change?2 min read·Mar 19, 2024----
Federal Aviation AdministrationinCleared for TakeoffBuilding a Safety Community at DCAThe FAA aims to reduce runway incursions at towered airports through annual meetings that bring local aviation communities together.4 min read·Feb 15, 2024----