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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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 grants Boeing exemption from future fuel-efficiency limits to sell 35 777Fs
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted Boeing exemption from fuel-efficiency limits beginning in 2028, enabling the company…
Three killed as NBC helicopter crashes in LA while covering fatal bus collision
Three people were killed after an NBC local news helicopter crashed in Los Angeles while reporting from the…
Samson Sky secures $80 million investment to support flying car production
Samson Sky has secured investment worth $80 million from Dubai-based Matin Group to support production of its Switchblade…
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…
Boeing 737 MAX 7 gains FAA certification – which airlines placed orders?
Just over 13 years ago, Boeing and Southwest Airlines came together to launch the 737 MAX 7, the…
Little and large: Boeing rounds off 737-7 and 737-10 certification flight tests
Boeing has completed planned certification flight tests of the smallest and largest 737 MAX jets, bringing much relief…
FAA says 453 Boeing 737 MAXs may require work to correct passenger seat assembly
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has said that 453 Boeing 737 MAX type aircraft may require work to correct passenger seat assemblies…
FAA to require 5G-tolerant radio altimeters as FCC clears C-band auction
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said it would issue a final rule on July 24, 2026, requiring all…
More than 700 drones seized by FAA-led counter-drone effort during World Cup ’26
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that federal, state, and local agencies carried out the most comprehensive airspace…
FAA restores authority for Boeing to issue 737MAX & 787 airworthiness certificates
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will allow Boeing to resume issuing airworthiness certificates for all newly built 737…
Rolls-Royce, Boeing and Lufthansa line up new 787-9 ecoDemonstrator venture
Rolls-Royce, Boeing and Lufthansa will undertake a new ecoDemonstrator venture, conducting flight tests that aim to improve fuel…
Actions of Blue Angels pilot called into question over low pass at busy US beach
The actions of a US Navy pilot for the Blue Angels aerobatic display team are under review after…
Electra secures critical FAA approval milestone for ultra-STOL aircraft
US-developer Electra has secured approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for a critical stage of commercializing its…
Boeing’s MAX 7 only weeks from approval 13 years after Southwest launch: WSJ
Boeing is only weeks away from gaining Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification for its 737 MAX 7 aircraft,…
FAA proposes rule to enable supersonic flight over the continental United States
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule that would set the stage for civil supersonic…