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U.S. DOT and FAA Host Industry Days to Innovate the Air Traffic Control System

The event was an important step in the FAA’s efforts to engage with the best and the brightest in industry to help make concrete changes.

Jun 13

The FAA’s Thomas Draffen (at podium) is joined by fellow aviation representatives on a panel focused on improving air traffic telecommunications. (Photo: DOT)

Jun 13

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Eyes in the Sky — for Safety

USDOT and the FAA are enabling law enforcement agencies across the country to use drones for good to enhance public safety.

May 15

An officer and certified drone operator at Campbell Police Department in northern California flies a drone remotely from the department’s flight room, where they can view live footage captured by the drone and rooftop-mounted cameras. (Photo courtesy of Campbell PD)

May 15

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Lithium Batteries: A Hot Topic

Learn about the risks, the data, and how the FAA helps prevent lithium battery incidents on aircraft.

Sep 21, 2022

Backpack with lithium battery-powered devices

Sep 21, 2022

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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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Hurricane Heroes

Here’s a look at how the FAA orchestrates and carries out relief and recovery efforts before, during and after a major storm.

Aug 18

FAA airspace security specialists, technicians, air traffic controllers and many other aviation professionals team up to respond to and recover from hurricanes — restoring essential flight navigation equipment, supporting lifesaving aerial rescue missions and much more to keep the public and pilots safe.

Aug 18

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On the Case: Preventing Lithium Battery Hazards

Rodney Myles and his fellow safety inspectors work with cargo shipping companies to ensure hazardous materials are shipped safely.

Aug 12

FAA principal hazardous materials aviation safety inspector Rodney Myles assists an attendee at a hazmat safety convention. (Photo: FAA)

Aug 12

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The Star Power Behind a Commercial Space Launch License

FAA space transportation professionals evaluate, license and authorize operations to keep the public safe as more and more rockets take to…

Aug 8

Licensing Process: Vehicle/Site

Aug 8

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No Fowl Play: How Wildlife Strike Mitigation Helps Ensure Safe Skies

The FAA leans in on wildlife strike data analysis to develop mitigation strategies and leads domestic and international educational…

Jul 28

Some airports install propane cannons for auditory harassment of wildlife, deterring them from settling in the airfield and surrounding area. Infrared imaging helps airports identify wildlife, like the flock of geese pictured here.

Jul 28

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Propelling Parachute Safety

FAA regulatory oversight and improved equipment, training and emergency response techniques help advance safety outcomes.

Jul 11

2023 U.S. Parachute Association National Championship. (Photo: Chris Bess, USPA)

Jul 11

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Responding to Airborne Emergencies

Flight crews, air traffic controllers, and aircraft designers all work together to ensure any airborne emergency is handled safely.

Jul 1

Oxygen masks deployed on a commercial airliner.

Jul 1

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