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Earth Day at the FAA
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.
Federal Aviation Administration
Apr 19
U.S. Airports turn to BIL for Funding Needs
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…
Federal Aviation Administration
Apr 19
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
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
Inside the Cockpit
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
Building a Safety Community at DCA
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.
Federal Aviation Administration
Feb 15
Introduction to Human Factors and Safety Culture
Introduction to Human Factors and Safety Culture
#FlySafe GA Safety Enhancement Topic
FAA Safety Briefing
Jan 11
Drone Zone
Fair Weather Flyers
Fair Weather Flyers
Drone Debrief: drone safety roundup
FAA Safety Briefing
Feb 28
SRM For Everyone
SRM For Everyone
Drone Debrief: drone safety roundup
FAA Safety Briefing
Dec 28, 2023
Drone Safety and the FAA’s Compliance Program
Drone Safety and the FAA’s Compliance Program
Creating a Just Safety Culture for all Pilots
FAA Safety Briefing
Dec 28, 2023
How Cold is Too Cold to Drone On?
How Cold is Too Cold to Drone On?
Drone Debrief: drone safety roundup
FAA Safety Briefing
Oct 26, 2023
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