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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 investing millions in US airports’ sustainable infrastructure
The United States (US) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted several dozen million dollars to 21 airports to…
FAA recruiting pilots to undergo cognitive tests in paid research study
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Five dead after Piper PA-32R-300 crashes shortly after take-off
Five people, including the pilot, have been confirmed dead after a Piper PA-32R-300 crashed shortly after take-off in…
FAA allows first production Joby eVTOL aircraft to start test flights
The first Joby Aviation electric vehicle take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to be manufactured on its production line…
Alef Aeronautics’ $300,000 flying car given certification to launch by FAA
A flying car designed by Alef Aeronautics has been granted Special Airworthiness Certification from the Federal Aviation Administration…
Lilium Jet first eVTOL to receive certification basis from FAA and EASA
German eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) developer Lilium has announced that its aircraft has received the Federal…
‘Dumb ways to fly’: FAA ridicule out of control passengers in scathing video
The Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) has launched a scathing revoke to passengers who misbehave on flights in a…
FAA rules secondary barriers must be fitted on flight deck to deter hijacking
Following the September 11, 2001, terrorism attacks in the United States (US), security on commercial aircraft was overhauled,…
FAA proposes pilot training requirements and operational rules for eVTOL
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has officially published a comprehensive proposal for training and certifying pilots of electric…
Archer Aviation recruits former FAA boss as eVTOL start-up pursues certification
eVTOL developer Archer Aviation has taken a significant step towards certification of its aircraft, Midnight, with the appointment…
US House introduces bill to address FAA inefficiencies
The United States (US) House of Representatives Transport & Infrastructure Committee (T&I) has introduced the Federal Aviation Administration…
Families of Flight 3407 concerned with changes to first officer qualifications
The families of the Colgan Air Flight 3407 crash victims have expressed concern that the new Federal Aviation…
The foreign pilot’s guide to gaining FAA ATP validation in the United States
Are you a foreign pilot planning to obtain FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) Certification, feeling…
Senators propose ban on FAA using Chinese, Russian and Iranian drones
Two United States (US) Senators have proposed a bill that would prohibit the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) from…
Biden announces Polly Trottenberg as the FAA‘s new Acting Administrator
President Joe Biden announced that Polly Trottenberg will serve as new Acting Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration…
FAA orders ground stops at LaGuardia, Newark due to NYC air quality and smoke
Poor air quality and low visibility in New York City has forced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to…
Air Canada and Rouge flights temporarily grounded in the United States
All Air Canada and Rouge flights in the United States (US) were temporarily grounded due to “internal computer…