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FAA Proposes $260,000 Fine Against World Event Promotions for Alleged Violation of Hazardous Materials Regulations
WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $260,000 civil penalty against World Event Promotions (WEP) of Coral Gables, Florida, for allegedly violating hazardous materials regulations.
The FAA alleges WEP offered three shipments of battery packs containing lithium ion batteries to United Parcel Service (UPS) for transportation by air. Lithium ion batteries are classified as hazardous materials. In one instance, employees at the UPS sorting...
FAA Proposes $97,750 Fine Against Devinaire Industries for Alleged Violation of Hazardous Materials Regulations
WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $97,750 civil penalty against Devinaire Industries (Devinaire) of Hillsboro, Oregon, for allegedly violating hazardous materials regulations.
The FAA alleges that on two flights in January 2025, Devinaire accepted two shipments of radiopharmaceutical materials for transportation by air. Radiopharmaceutical materials – drugs that contain radioactive substances – are classified as a hazardous material....
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FAA Oversight in the Demanding World of Medical Helicopter OperationsMarch/April 2026 issue of FAA Safety Briefing magazine
Rotorcraft Safety InsightsThe March/April 2026 issue of FAA Safety Briefing magazine focuses on the realm of rotorcraft operations. Articles in this issue focus on the real-world risks helicopters face, along with insights on the FAA's strategy to improve safety in this dynamic operating...
Larry Ilcewicz, Ph.D. - Chief Scientist and Technical Advisor, Advanced Composite Materials
Dr. Larry Ilcewicz is the FAA’s Chief Scientist and Technical Advisor (CSTA) for Advanced Composite Materials. He has been with the FAA since 1998, where he supports composite aircraft structures airworthiness, certification, education, and research.
General Aviation and Part 135 Activity Surveys - CY 2024
Chapter l: Historical General Aviation and Air Taxi Measures
- Table 1.1 – GENERAL AVIATION AND PART 135 NUMBER OF ACTIVE AIRCRAFT BY AIRCRAFT TYPE 2013-2024
- Table 1.2 – GENERAL AVIATION AND PART 135 NUMBER OF ACTIVE AIRCRAFT BY PRIMARY USE 2013-2024 (AIRCRAFT IN THOUSANDS)
- Table 1.3 – GENERAL AVIATION AND PART 135 TOTAL HOURS FLOWN BY AIRCRAFT TYPE 2013-2024 (HOURS IN THOUSANDS)
- Table 1.4 – GENERAL AVIATION AND PART 135 TOTAL HOURS FLOWN
Best Super Bowl Play: Avoid Illegal Air Charters
The FAA has a clear message for people considering a charter flight to the Super Bowl or any other venue: Use good judgment and avoid signing on with an illegal or uncertificated operation that exposes you to unwanted safety risks and potential liability.January/February 2026 issue of FAA Safety Briefing magazine
Getting To Know the General Aviation Joint Safety CommitteeThe January/February 2026 issue of FAA Safety Briefing magazine focuses on the General Aviation Joint Safety Committee (GAJSC), highlighting their comprehensive and data-driven approach toward improving aviation safety.