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FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida-U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood and Acting Federal Aviation Administrator Michael Huerta helped break ground today for a $791 million runway expansion at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport which will create thousands of jobs. “This is one of the largest and most important airport construction projects in the country right now,” said Secretary [...] Due to expected icy conditions, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management recommends that Federal employees remain off the road until 9:00 a.m. on Monday, January 23. Federal Government offices will open to the public at 11:00 a.m. Employees who commute to the office will be granted excused absence for the delayed arrival. Employees have [...] WASHINGTON,D.C.- The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced that Curaao and Sint Maarten do not comply with international safety standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), based on an assessment of each country’s civil aviation authority. As a result, the FAA has assigned both Curaao and Sint Maarten [...] Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today broke ground for a new $16.4 million, state-of-the-art airport traffic control tower at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. The new tower, equipped with the latest radar, communications and weather technology, will enable air traffic controllers to continue to provide the safest, most efficient service to flights [...] Look up N-numbers, find advisory circulars, browse airport delays, and more-all from your mobile device. Link to the original site No tags for this post. This first issue of 2012 explores some of the resources available to help you in your initial quest for pilot certification, as well as the lifelong quest to improve your aeronautical knowledge. Feature articles show you how to leverage the information power of aviation regulations and handbooks as well as provide tips to help prepare [...] This first issue of 2012 explores some of the resources available to help you in your initial quest for pilot certification, as well as the lifelong quest to improve your aeronautical knowledge. Feature articles show you how to leverage the information power of aviation regulations and handbooks as well as provide tips to help prepare [...] THE NORTH POLE – Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) safety inspectors have given the thumbs-up for the reindeer-powered sleigh known as Santa One to fly on Christmas Eve so Santa Claus can deliver presents to children around the world. The approval came after a thorough inspection of the aircraft at the North Pole. “The satellite-based technology [...] WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Acting Administrator Michael Huerta today announced a sweeping final rule that overhauls commercial passenger airline pilot scheduling to ensure pilots have a longer opportunity for rest before they enter the cockpit. “This is a major safety achievement,” said Secretary LaHood. “We made [...] December 21-FAA overhauls the way commercial passenger airline pilots are scheduled to give them more rest before flying. Press Release Fact Sheet Final Rule (PDF) Link to the original site No tags for this post. Following the FAA’s well-attended Diversion Management Forum on Nov. 30, the agency is moving forward with several initiatives to improve communication between air traffic controllers, airport operators and airlines during severe weather events. Starting this month, the FAA’s national Command Center in Warrenton, VA will invite airports to participate in air traffic strategic planning and [...] December 15-Airports-they come in all shapes and sizes. Some are small and sleepy, while others are abuzz with more activity than a hornet’s nest. Despite the differences, airports can offer opportunities for education and enjoyment at all levels. In her article, “Venturing Further Afield,” author and FAA Safety Briefing editor Susan Parson explores the [...] SEATTLE – The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing a $777,000 civil penalty against Horizon Air Industries for allegedly operating 32 Bombardier Dash-8-400 turboprop aircraft on 49,870 flights when the aircraft were not in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations. The FAA alleged Horizon installed new external lighting systems on the aircraft, but did not conduct required [...] “Today I submitted my resignation to Secretary Ray LaHood and it has been accepted. Serving as FAA Administrator has been an absolute honor and the highlight of my professional career. But I am unwilling to let anything cast a shadow on the outstanding work done 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by my [...] WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced today that, effective immediately, general aviation or on-demand charter aircraft owners or operators seeking to keep their aircraft’s registration number from being displayed over public data systems during flight no longer need to submit a Certified Security Concern to the FAA. As a result of language in [...] |
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