2025-05-01
By Alexander Mitchell On April 30, 2025, multiple major US-based airlines asked the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to extend cuts to minimum flight requirements at highly congested airports in the New York City area. The organization of airline industry representatives has requested that these cuts be made through October 2027, with the group citing severe
2025-04-25
Executive Orders have significant impact on environmental justice and lead The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a notice updating the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant assurances, making several important changes that airport-affected communities should know about. These new rules take immediate effect for Fiscal Year 2025 AIP grants, but the FAA is accepting public
2025-04-24
Thursday, April 24, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy issued a reminder to all recipients of federal transportation funding that they must comply with federal laws. Non-compliance may lead to enforcement actions. “Federal grants come with a clear obligation to adhere to federal laws,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy.
2025-03-30
Is the F.A.A. really ensuring safety by disqualifying pilots who receive a diagnosis or treatment? Troy Merritt, a pilot, sought professional help for his mental-health challenges and then had to go through an arduous process to regain his certification to fly… Troy Merritt, a pilot for a major U.S. airline, returned from his 30th birthday
2025-02-20
FAA Order JO 7400.2R specifying procedures for use by all personnel in the joint administration of the airspace program. The order consists of six parts covering general procedures, objects affecting navigable airspace, airport airspace analysis, terminal and en route airspace, special use airspace, and integration of various operations into the National Airspace System.
2025-02-20
FAA Order JO 7400.2R specifying procedures for use by all personnel in the joint administration of the airspace program. The order consists of six parts covering general procedures, objects affecting navigable airspace, airport airspace analysis, terminal and en route airspace, special use airspace, and integration of various operations into the National Airspace System.
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
2025-01-13
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
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
2024-12-18
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