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FAA Grants Santa Claus Special Flight and Launch Permissions

WASHINGTON —The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced it has granted Santa Claus and his reindeer-powered sleigh special operating authority to engage in interstate air-cargo-delivery services directly to rooftops throughout the United States on Christmas Eve. In addition, for

Fly Safe: Addressing GA Safety

This month's topic covers aircraft and pilot performance.

FAA Begins Scoping Period for Environmental Review at SpaceX Launch Site

FAA invites public comments for SpaceX Starship/Super Heavy Plans at facility in Boca Chica, Texas.

Updated Runway to Recovery Framework Released

FAA updates information to help reduce public health risks during air travel.

Pilots and Air Traffic Controllers May Receive Moderna Vaccine, With Appropriate Precautions

Agency will monitor documented clinical results and will adjust these recommendations as needed.

FAA Proposes Civil Penalties Against Passengers for Allegedly Interfering with and Assaulting Flight Attendants

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes civil penalties of $15,000 and $7,500, respectively, against two airline passengers for allegedly interfering with and assaulting flight attendants who instructed them to wear face coverings. In

Keep Holiday Laser Lights Out of the Sky

FAA reminds the public that lasers can pose safety risks to pilots and passengers.

U.S. DOT Supports Record Number of Licensed Commercial Space Launches

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation is having a record year with supporting 35 licensed commercial space launches thus far in 2020 with the potential for even more before the year ends. The prior record of 33 was established in 2018. “The record number of launches demonstrates

Pilots and Air Traffic Controllers May Receive Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine, with Appropriate Precaution

Agency will monitor documented clinical results and will adjust these recommendations as needed.

FAA Working with Nation's Airports to Prepare for COVID-19 Vaccine Arrivals

Airports should consider the following aspects of their operating environment to ensure they are fully prepared.

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