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2025-02-20FAA JO7400.2R Handling Airspace Matters
FAA Order JO 7400.2R, effective February 20, 2025, sets out procedures for managing U.S. airspace, covering topics such as objects affecting navigable airspace, airport airspace analysis, terminal and en route airspace, special use airspace, and laser and rocket operations. The order updates policies related to surveillance facilities and airport proposals to reflect modern, contractor-supported National Airspace System technologies. Note that this document addresses broad national airspace management procedures and does not specifically cover Sea-Tac Airport noise policy. -
2025-02-20FAA JO7400.2R Handling Airspace Matters
FAA Order JO 7400.2R, effective February 20, 2025, sets out procedures for managing U.S. airspace, covering topics such as objects affecting navigable airspace, airport airspace analysis, terminal and en route airspace, special use airspace, and laser and rocket operations. The order updates policies related to surveillance facilities and airport proposals to reflect modern, contractor-supported National Airspace System technologies. Note that this document addresses broad national airspace management procedures and does not specifically cover Sea-Tac Airport noise policy. -
Exclusive: US FAA to slow arrivals at Reagan National Airport to reduce risks after crash
Summary FAA reduces Reagan National arrivals to 26 per hour for safety NTSB and FAA brief Senate on crash investigation Transportation Secretary Duffy reconsiders air traffic control staffing rules The FAA told airlines late Wednesday that the reduction from a maximum rate of 28 to 26 arrivals per hour would reduce risk but also increase -
2025-01-13Removing PFAS — Trading Forever Chemicals for a Safer Firefighting Foam
Drawhorn, Omie January 13, 2025 Each day Port of Seattle firefighters work to keep people and property safe. Because the Port of Seattle Fire Department (POSFD) is located at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), they protect aircraft, travelers, staff, and airport facilities. Now, in the midst of regular firefighting activities, POSFD is taking the lead on -
2024-12-19
Approval of Noise Compatibility Program Update, Naples Municipal Airport (APF), Naples, Florida
Action Notice. Summary The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announces its findings on the Noise Compatibility Program (NCP) Update submitted by the Naples Airport Authority (NAA) for the Naples Municipal Airport (the Airport). On December 9, 2021, the FAA determined that Noise Exposure Maps (NEMs) submitted by the NAA were in compliance with applicable requirements. The -
2024-12-18DCA’s Coveted Beyond-Perimeter Slots Awarded to Alaska, American, Delta, Southwest, and United
In October, I wrote about Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines tentatively being awarded beyond-perimeter slots at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). For context, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved a bill that will allow five beyond-perimeter slots to be added. Each accommodate a flight that breaches the past 1,250-mile limitation -
2024-12-12FAA chief resigns, opening another spot for a Trump pick
Mike Whitaker’s resignation comes at a time of turmoil for the agency, which is facing air traffic controller shortages and aging equipment. By Oriana Pawlyk 12/12/2024 09:07 AM EST The head of the Federal Aviation Administration is resigning in January, leaving the aviation safety agency without a confirmed chief in the middle of a major probe -
2024-12-11Compliance Guidance Letter 2024-02, Guidance for Aviation Fuel Tax Revenue Use Compliance Testing Plan
The FAA's Financial Compliance Division issued guidance in December 2024 establishing a testing plan to verify that states and local governments properly direct aviation fuel tax revenues toward airport and aviation purposes, as required by federal regulations. The plan outlines how jurisdictions are selected for review, what financial data they must submit, and how compliance is evaluated — with the State of Washington serving as the initial pilot case for the program. -
2024-12-11
Compliance Guidance Letter 2024-02, Guidance for Aviation Fuel Tax Revenue Use Compliance Testing Plan
The FAA's Financial Compliance Division issued guidance in December 2024 establishing a testing plan to verify that states and local governments properly direct aviation fuel tax revenues toward airport and aviation purposes, as required by federal regulations. The plan outlines how jurisdictions are selected for review, what financial data they must submit, and how compliance is evaluated — with the State of Washington serving as the initial pilot case for the program. -
2024-12-06D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals Cracks Down on FAA Compliance with NEPA
Posted in Aircraft, Airlines, Airport Noise and Capacity Act (ANCA), Airports, Airspace, Aviation and Airport News, California Airport Land Use Planning, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), California Law, Clean Air Act, Environmental, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Regulation, Litigation, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Transportation On November 12, 2024, the District