As part of the FAA’s continuous efforts to improve safety in the National Capital Region, the agency has published modifications to helicopter zones and routes around Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

WASHINGTON- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is creating new pathway toward becoming an air traffic controller at a Federal Contract Tower (FCT).  

The Control Tower Operator Partnership (CTO-P) will integrate graduates of FAA-approved institutions into the FCT system, where they’ll train to become certified controllers. FCTs are run by private companies while adhering to FAA safety standards. 

New Rule will Unleash American Innovation and Expand Pilot Privileges

WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes an $88,108 civil penalty against Bridgewater State University for allegedly failing to keep required records.

The agency alleges the Massachusetts university, which operates an FAA-approved pilot school, failed to maintain a required log of nine students’ course attendance, subjects, flight training, and names and grades of tests taken.

Applicants to the FAA Academy previously waited 13+ months for admission

FAA enters new era with leadership change

FAA Issues Final Order on Flight Arrival Rate at Newark Liberty International Airport

FAA worked at lightning speed to deliver new fiber line that will improve network infrastructure, improve reliability for travelers

Program ensures more bright minds have access to this critical career path.

Aligned aircraft certification standards will enable safe and efficient rollout across the countries