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The DYAASI Tiger Team continued to address aviation safety issues within the Alaskan Region in FY24. In this fourth year-end report on the DYAASI’s progress, the Team accomplished significant positive action toward completion of ten currently active recommendations. The DYAASI FY25 Roadmap will...
Memorandum from former FAA Acting Administrator Billy Nolen to the FAA Management Board announcing the formation of a safety review team to examine the U.S. aerospace system’s structure, culture, processes, systems, and integration of safety efforts.
The Adopt-a-School Signature Program will amplify our commitment to bringing STEM education to every student, by creating opportunities for students of all backgrounds to learn about and pursue aerospace careers.
Flying in winter poses unique challenges for general aviation pilots, ranging from snow-obscured airfield signs and cold airplane interiors to snowstorms and icing conditions. The FAA has a host of resources to help pilots get to their destinations safely throughout the season.
As part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the FAA Contract Tower (FCT) program provides $100 million and up to $600 million to modernize airport traffic control towers.
Turbulence is air movement created by atmospheric pressure, jet streams, air around mountains, cold or warm weather fronts or thunderstorms. It can be unexpected and can happen when the sky appears to be clear.
While turbulence is normal and happens often, it can be dangerous. Following safety...