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FAA Press Releases

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

May 28, 2026

WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice, will establish temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) over stadiums hosting FIFA World Cup 2026 matches and related fan events across the United States to help [GI1.1]protect participants and spectators.

May 28, 2026

WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $336,000 civil penalty against Planet Nine Private Air of Van Nuys, California, for allegedly violating international aviation regulations and conducting flights in a careless and reckless manner.

May 28, 2026
Funding will support runway, terminal, taxiway and other critical infrastructure improvements
May 26, 2026

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
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
Pilot program transfers busy Contract Towers to FAA.
May 18, 2026
Funding will be invested in family spaces, including mother’s rooms, restrooms and play areas
May 18, 2026

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 15, 2026
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

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).