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Back to School for the FAA
Back to School for the FAA
As students head back to school this fall, the FAA will also add aerospace to the educational experience! Explore student opportunities for…
Federal Aviation Administration
Sep 4
In-flight Weather Resources
In-flight Weather Resources
#FlySafe GA Safety Enhancement Topic
FAA Safety Briefing
Aug 29
The 800th Space Operation: Safety is Key to Success of Commercial Space Industry
The 800th Space Operation: Safety is Key to Success of Commercial Space Industry
The FAA recently surpassed the 800th licensed commercial space operation.
Federal Aviation Administration
Aug 5
FAA Makes Drone History in Dallas Area
FAA Makes Drone History in Dallas Area
Will help pave the way for expanded drone package delivery nationwide
Federal Aviation Administration
Jul 24
Inside the Cockpit
What Can Compliance Data Tell Us?
What Can Compliance Data Tell Us?
Leveraging Data to Improve General Aviation Safety
FAA Safety Briefing
Jun 14
The Commercial Ticket Myth
The Commercial Ticket Myth
A helicopter pilot offered sightseeing Christmas tours unaware that he was breaking regulation.
Federal Aviation Administration
Apr 16
Energy Management
Energy Management
#FlySafe GA Safety Enhancement Topic
FAA Safety Briefing
Apr 10
Save Story: Boston Controllers Assist Pilot Suffering from Hypoxia
Save Story: Boston Controllers Assist Pilot Suffering from Hypoxia
Two controllers’ quick diagnosis of a pilot’s condition may have saved a life.
Federal Aviation Administration
Mar 27
Drone Zone
Drone Testing 1, 2, 3
Drone Testing 1, 2, 3
Drone Debrief: drone safety roundup
FAA Safety Briefing
Jun 20
Keeping Your Eye on the Drone
Keeping Your Eye on the Drone
Drone Debrief: drone safety roundup
FAA Safety Briefing
May 3
For the Birds
For the Birds
The FAA and USDA continue studying the use of drones to ward off potential bird strikes around airports.
Federal Aviation Administration
Apr 17
Fair Weather Flyers
Fair Weather Flyers
Drone Debrief: drone safety roundup
FAA Safety Briefing
Feb 28
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