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FAA Press Releases

If you are interested in searching for press releases prior to 2025, please visit our News Archive.

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July 11, 2025

President Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Highlights How ATC Applicants are Entering FAA Academy 4X Faster Under New Streamlined Process

Applicants to the FAA Academy previously waited 13+ months for admission
July 10, 2025

Congress Confirms New FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford

FAA enters new era with leadership change
July 3, 2025

FAA Statements on Newark Liberty International Airport

FAA Issues Final Order on Flight Arrival Rate at Newark Liberty International Airport
July 3, 2025

Secretary Duffy Announces Completion of Another Major Milestone for Operations at Newark Liberty Airport

FAA worked at lightning speed to deliver new fiber line that will improve network infrastructure, improve reliability for travelers
July 2, 2025

Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces First Georgia School to Join Enhanced Air Traffic Controller Training Program

Program ensures more bright minds have access to this critical career path.
June 17, 2025

FAA, International Partners Collaborate on Advanced Air Mobility

Aligned aircraft certification standards will enable safe and efficient rollout across the countries
June 13, 2025

FAA Drone Detection Testing

The FAA will conduct drone-detection testing near Santa Teresa, New Mexico, from June 16-27. 

The FAA’s Center of Excellence for UAS Research (ASSURE), in coordination with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Doña Ana County International Jetport, will conduct the testing. State and local first responders will also participate.  

June 12, 2025

FAA Statement on Updated DCA Helicopter Charts

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). 

June 12, 2025

FAA Statements on Midair Collision at Reagan Washington National Airport

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).
June 12, 2025

FAA Statement on Air India Flight AI171

The FAA is in contact with the NTSB regarding Air India flight AI171, operating from Ahmedabad (AMD) to London Gatwick (LGW), that was involved in an accident in India on Thursday, June 12.

When an international incident occurs, that government leads the investigation. In the event assistance is requested, the NTSB is the official U.S. representative and the FAA provides technical support. We stand ready to launch a team immediately in coordination with the NTSB.