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From the Classroom to the Control Tower

Austin Fisher’s connection to aviation began at birth. The FAA’s revolutionary Enhanced Air Traffic – Collegiate Training Initiative (E-CTI) program was created for the next generation of air traffic controllers, just like Austin. It is designed to shorten the distance between the classroom and the control tower. E-CTI students who pass final performance and written assessments receive an official endorsement certificate. E-CTI graduates can apply to become a controller and be directly placed...

Outstanding General Aviation Contributors Recognized at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

There was no red carpet for the ‘Oscars’ of General Aviation. Presenters and award recipients didn’t wear tuxes or designer gowns. The awards venue, rather than being a huge concert hall, was a welcoming outdoor pavilion aptly named “Theatre in the Woods.” This was the setting at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, when then-FAA Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau recognized three outstanding aviation professionals in flight instruction, aviation maintenance, and flight safety for their significant...

The FAA is Ready for Summer Travel Takeoff

The annual summer migration is underway. As millions of Americans head out for vacations, family visits, and long-awaited adventures, the FAA is working around the clock to keep the nation’s airspace safe, efficient, and moving.

Mitigating Airport Risks from Foreign Object Debris

Foreign Object Debris (FOD) can cause catastrophic damage to aircraft that are landing or taking off, and its removal is a critical safety element of airport safety and operations.

Runway of Responsibility: The Critical Safety Role of Airport Inspectors

Airport Certification Safety Inspectors have an airport-sized role of responsibility.

Propelling Parachute Safety

FAA regulatory oversight and improved equipment, training and emergency response techniques help advance safety outcomes.

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