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FAA Press Releases

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May 26, 2026

FAA Proposes $165,000 Fine Against Alaska Airlines for Alleged Intoxicated Passenger Violations

WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $165,000 civil penalty against Alaska Airlines for allegedly allowing intoxicated passengers to board flights.  

FAA regulations prohibit airlines from allowing anyone who appears to be intoxicated to board an aircraft. The alleged incidents occurred on 11 flights between February 2024 and February 2025.

Alaska Airlines has 30 days after receiving the FAA’s enforcement letter to respond to the agency.   

May 22, 2026

NOW BOARDING: Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy & FAA Administrator Bedford Deliver Radical Transparency with New “Modern Skies” Website

Interactive page offers a transparent, up-close view of how the FAA is investing $12.5 billion from the One Big Beautiful Bill into air traffic control facilities across the country.
May 18, 2026

Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy to Invest $26 Million to Bolster Pilot and Maintenance Technician Workforce

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investing $26 million to develop the next generation of aviation professionals. The investments will strengthen the workforce pipeline for the aerospace industry–from mechanics and technicians to pilots and drone operators.

The FAA’s investment will go towards:

May 18, 2026

New FAA Program Moves to Strengthen Controller Pipeline, Standardize Training

Pilot program transfers busy Contract Towers to FAA.
May 18, 2026

Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Invests Nearly $1 Billion into Making Airports More Family-Friendly

Funding will be invested in family spaces, including mother’s rooms, restrooms and play areas
May 15, 2026

Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Delivers $835.8 Million for Air Traffic Control Facility Upgrades Across U.S.

Investments will go towards replacing eight Air Traffic Control facilities and upgrading Federal Contract Towers at 41 airports with more updates to follow.
May 15, 2026

FAA Releases Bold, New Air Traffic Controller Hiring Plan

WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today released a bold, new air traffic controller workforce plan that will erase the longstanding staffing shortage, prepare for future demand and ensure the long-term safety and operational efficiency of the National Airspace System (NAS).

May 13, 2026

FAA Takes Action to Improve Airport Safety

Thanks to funding from the One Big Beautiful Bill, the FAA is equipping its airport vehicles with transponders, encourages airports and airlines to follow suit.
May 12, 2026

Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Completes Phase One Overhaul of Critical ‘Pilot Alert System’ Over A Year Ahead of Schedule

Upgrading decades-old system will prevent nationwide airspace shutdowns, enhance safety, and improve prove pilot communications.
May 6, 2026

Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Unveils New Rule to Protect Critical Infrastructure from Drone Threats

Restrictions support President Trump’s Executive Order on Restoring Airspace Sovereignty