The FAA ensures the national airport system is safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible and meets the needs of the traveling public.
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FAA Evaluates Drone Detection Systems at DFW
The latest round of drone detection research occurs around Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. More »
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FAA Begins EIS for New Runway at Fifth Busiest Airport
Runway will handle future growth at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. More »
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Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for Airport Operators
Winsome Lenfert, ARP-2, and FAA executives talk about the FAA's UAS integration efforts. More »
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UAS Detection and Countermeasures Technology Demonstrations
FAA guidance for airports contacted by UAS vendors. More »
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What's New?
Find out what other new resources are available for airport sponsors, consultants, and other working on airport projects. More »
ACs, Forms, & Publications
- Advisory Circulars (AC) Library (Series 150)
- Forms
- Orders
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
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Airport Improvement Program (AIP)
Airport Compliance
Airport Safety & Certification
- Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF)
- Part 139 Airport Certification
- Safety Management Systems (SMS)
Engineering, Design, & Construction
- Engineering & Design Standards
- Obstruction Evaluations (Part 77)
- Airport Technology Research & Development
Environmental Issues
- Airport Noise
- Airport Sustainability
- NEPA Implementing Instructions for Airport Projects (Order 5050.4)
- Voluntary Airport Low Emissions Program
Passenger Facility Charge Program
Planning & Capacity
- FACT3: Airport Capacity Needs in the National Airspace System (PDF)
- National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS)
Regional Guidance
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