Boeing and Spirit execs first to give evidence at NTSB door plug blowout hearing
The National Transportation Safety Board’s (NTSB) two-day investigative hearing into the Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 door plug…
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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 Senator demands FAA analyses potential deficiencies in oversight of Boeing
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Delta and American Eagle jets appear to almost crash midair near airport: video
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FAA rules over 2,600 Boeing 737s must be checked over oxygen mask concerns
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FAA investigates Southwest Airlines flight low-altitude alert
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FAA to amend chartered flight operations to enhance safety, flexibility options
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced it intends to make two specific changes to the way chartered…
FAA investigates the use of ‘counterfeit’ titanium in Boeing and Airbus jets
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating the use of counterfeit titanium parts in Boeing and Airbus jets…
US fines Emirates $1.8 million for flying in prohibited airspace over Iraq
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Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 MAX struck by Dutch Roll, FAA and NTSB investigate
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Boeing inspects undelivered 787s over incorrectly installed fasteners, FAA aware
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Archer becomes only second eVTOL developer to secure key FAA certification
The electric vehicle take-off and landing (eVTOL) developer, Archer Aviation, has announced that its subsidiary, Archer Air, has…
FAA to continue holding Boeing accountable for safety and quality fixes
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said that it will continue to hold Boeing accountable after reviewing the company’s…
Archer Aviation given FAA’s airworthiness criteria for Midnight eVTOL aircraft
In a major milestone, Archer Aviation has received the final airworthiness criteria for its electric vehicle takeoff and…