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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
FAA proposes to fine two private air charter companies for illegal operations
Two private air charter companies in the US are facing possible charges totaling more than $4 million in…
FAA allocates $1B of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law fund to US airport terminals
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that it will award almost $1 Billion from the Biden administration’s Bipartisan…
Boeing CEO admits 737 MAX 10 program could be at risk of being shelved: Report
Boeing chief executive Dave Calhoun told Aviation Week in an interview that there was a risk the plane…
White House to nominate Denver Airport CEO to top FAA post
The White House said it plans to nominate Phillip Washington for the position of administrator of the Federal…
Defects found in the internal components of 13 CFM Leap-1A engines: FAA
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) after the US regulator…
FAA calls for focus on safety amid wave of new flying technology
“If aviation isn’t safe, then it doesn’t matter how exciting it is.” This is the main message that…
FAA proposes fuel efficiency rule for large aircraft flying in US airspace
In an effort to meet the Biden administration’s net-zero emissions goal by 2050, The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)…
FAA imposes environmental actions on SpaceX for Texas Starship launches
SpaceX must comply with over 75 environmental actions before it can go ahead with launches of the Starship…
FAA launches campaign to recruit next generation of air traffic controllers
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that it is launching a recruitment campaign targeting the next generation of…
FAA awards $518M to improve airport infrastructure across the US
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that it is awarding $518 million in funds towards the improvement of…
FAA delays decision on SpaceX Starship environmental assessment
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has once again postponed the final environmental decision of the SpaceX Starship/Heavy…
Joby Aviation receives FAA commercial certification
Joby Aviation has received a certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to operate aircraft commercially. While it eventually…
FAA to launch youth aviation education program for summer 2022
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that it is launching its Aviation Career Education (ACE) Academy Schools for…
United Airlines to unground Boeing 777-200s after year-long hiatus
United Airlines revealed when it expects to return to service its Boeing 777 aircraft powered with Pratt &…
FAA revokes pilots’ licenses after unsuccessful Red Bull plane swap attempt
The pilots behind Red Bull’s plane swap stunt in April 2022 have had their licenses revoked by the…
FAA licenses Huntsville airport to operate commercial space reentries
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a license for Huntsville International Airport (HSV) to operate as a…
FAA approves airworthiness criteria for Wingcopter 198 delivery drone
German aerospace company Wingcopter announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued the Special Class Airworthiness Criteria…