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Air Traffic Organization Environmental Reviews

The Environmental Policy Team falls under the Airspace Policy and ATC Procedures Group, handling environmental matters for Mission Support Services for ATO. The team develops environmental policy, standards, and guidance and provides technical advice to FAA headquarters, service areas, and field offices. The team also represents Mission Support Services at meetings and conferences on environmental activities that affect air traffic operations and the National Airspace System (NAS).

Managing Increased Flights and a Shift in Demand

Airlines are carrying the highest number of passengers since early 2020. Where passengers want to go looks different today than before the pandemic. We see this especially in Florida, where traffic is 150-170 percent higher at some airports. With more of the nation’s traffic passing through Florida, issues there can have a ripple effect throughout the system.

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Mandatory and Voluntary Incident Reporting

Incident Reporting Saves Lives! It is critically important that all injuries and accidents, including near misses, are reported so that the causes can be determined and the risk eliminated. Reporting hazards helps prevent additional injuries and increases safety. Making an Incident Report isn't difficult, and we are here to help.

Mandatory Incident Reporting

There are several different Dangerous Goods Mandatory (REQUIRED) Incident Reports: