US aviation groups urge ‘safety first’ approach to new drone rules
The public comment period for the Federal Aviation Administration’s proposed rule to permit drones to routinely fly beyond…
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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 launches new NOTAM system after decades of pilot complaints
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has rolled out the first phase of a new Notice to Airmen…
FAA audit finds NextGen modernization far behind schedule and over budget
A new US government audit has found that the Federal Aviation Administration’s NextGen program to modernize the nation’s…
US government shutdown hits aviation sector; FAA will furlough 11,322 employees
The US Transportation Department has announced that 11,322 employees at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will be furloughed…
FAA restores limited Boeing certificate authority for 737 MAX, 787
Boeing will once again be allowed to issue some airworthiness certificates for the 737 MAX and 787, after…
United receives FAA approval for first Starlink-equipped mainline aircraft
United Airlines has received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its first mainline aircraft fitted with…
FAA accelerates ATC modernization with new procurement exemptions
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has moved to accelerate its air traffic control modernization program by exempting certain…
FAA beats 2025 hiring goal with 2,026 new controllers
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has hired more air traffic controllers this year than it set as its…
FAA warns airlines of evacuation risks from passengers retrieving carry-on bags
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO), warning airlines about…
FAA tells airlines to retrain passengers to leave bags during evacuations
The Federal Aviation Administration is telling US airlines to get tougher about a message that’s often ignored during…
Families of Air India 171 victims launch class action against Boeing, Honeywell
The families of four passengers who died in the accident involving Air India Flight 171 have launched a…
FAA proposes $3.1 million fine against Boeing over 737 safety violations
The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed $3.14 million in civil penalties against Boeing over safety violations tied to 737…
FAA says no decision has been made on lifting Boeing 737 MAX production cap
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has stated that no decisions have been made about removing the 38 aircraft…
Pakistan faces FAA audit to restore US routes
A team from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is visiting Pakistan to conduct an audit of the country’s…
FAA to hold Boeing 737 MAX tabletop exercises ahead of production rate review
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced plans to hold scenario-based tabletop exercises with Boeing to examine risk…
New edition GE Aerospace engine certified to power Bombardier Global 8000
A new edition of GE Aerospace’s Passport engine, designed to power the Bombardier Global 8000, has been certified…
FAA says Washington-Reagan flight pause due to ATC tower fire alarm
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said that a pause in flights at Washington Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)…
Canadian airline WestJet blames ground stop on ‘temporary system outage’
Canadian airline WestJet has blamed a “temporary system outage” for a ground stop on August 12, 2025, that…