US lawmakers urge FAA to pause AI traffic tool at Washington-area airports
More than two dozen US lawmakers are urging the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to stop using a new…
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is a U.S. government agency responsible for regulating and overseeing all aspects of civil aviation within the United States. Established in 1958, the FAA ensures the safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability of the national airspace system. The agency regulates commercial and general aviation, manages air traffic control, and sets standards for aircraft operations, pilot certification, and airport infrastructure.
Key Facts
- Type: Government agency
- Industry: Aviation
- Founded: August 23, 1958; 66 years ago in Washington, D.C., USA
- Founders: U.S. Congress (established under the Federal Aviation Act of 1958)
- Headquarters: Washington, D.C., USA
- Key People: Michael G. Whitaker (Administrator), Katie Thomson (Deputy Administrator)
- Products: Air traffic control, aviation safety regulations, certification services
- Services: Regulation and oversight of civil aviation, air traffic management, pilot and aircraft certification, safety programs, and research
- Budget: US$24 billion (2024)
- Number of employees: 45,000 (2023)
- Website: https://www.faa.gov
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US pushes for faster aircraft certification, citing competition from China
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the United States wants to be able to shorten the time needed…
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The US Senate introduced legislation on September 28, 2026, seeking roughly $30 billion for air traffic control modernization…
FAA delays Boeing 737 MAX 10 certification over software issue
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will delay certification of Boeing’s 737 MAX 10 while it evaluates a…
US Senate passes bills to improve access to mental health care for pilots
The US Senate has passed two bipartisan bills aimed at making it easier for pilots and air traffic…
FAA bans single-pilot operations in older Cessna Citation jets
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is ending exemptions that allow pilots to fly certain older Cessna Citation jets…
Fake ATC messages could put flights at risk, US watchdog warns
The US Government Accountability Office (GAO) has warned that malicious actors could send fraudulent air traffic control messages…
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Three killed as NBC helicopter crashes in LA while covering fatal bus collision
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Delta passengers evacuate on escape slides after emergency landing
Delta Air Lines passengers were forced to evacuate a Boeing 757-200 on escape slides at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International…
New FAA directive requires checks on 471 Boeing 737 MAX jets
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) requiring inspection of 471 Boeing…
FAA examines Marine One safety incident involving Trump take off: WSJ
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a safety incident involving a Marine One helicopter carrying US President…