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Significant Regulatory Guidance
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Request for Comments in Minimum Seat Dimensions Necessary for Safety of Air Passengers (Emergency Evacuation)
What is happening?The FAA will seek public comment on the minimum seat dimensions necessary for airline passenger safety. The 90-day public comment period will open when the document is published in the Federal Register. Stay tuned to this page and our social media feeds for more...
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG)
Flagstaff Pulliam (FLG) is a small mixed-use airport, located just south of the city of Flagstaff, Arizona. It’s high field elevation means that density altitude can exceed ten thousand feet. Weather, winds and wind shear add additional challenges. During the winter, cold weather operations and snow removal activities are prevalent. Thorough pre-flight planning, and checking NOTAMs during your flight are a must to avoid any surprises during arrival and departure at FLG.
Tucson International Airport (TUS)
Tucson (TUS) Long-Term Airfield Changes
Effective November 30, 2023, TUS closed RWY 11R/29L
permanently (not depicted on airfield diagram) and began construction of a new south parallel RWY and center TWY. Work is expected to take approximately 2 years, with the new runway anticipated to open in 2026. RWY numbers have been updated to reflect the current magnetic declination. See FAA Airport Diagrams
Carry-On Baggage Tips
Planning a trip? Thinking about carrying on your luggage for your next flight? If so, here are a few tips for you:
Think Small…
- The maximum size carry-on bag for most airlines is 45 linear inches (the total of the height, width, and depth of the bag). Anything larger should be checked.
- Some aircraft have limited overhead bin space, and your personal item will need to fit under the seat in front of you.
- Check with your airline if you plan to travel...
Passenger Safety Tips
Aviation safety isn't just the FAA, the pilot's or the flight attendants’ job — it takes all of us. We all need to think about safety — even just for a minute.
Here are some tips to follow to keep you and your fellow travelers safe when you fly. Most importantly, pay attention to your flight and cabin crews. They are there to keep you as safe as possible.
You can make your flight even safer by following these guidelines:
- Pay attention to the flight attendant...
Passenger & Crew Health
- Medical Topics
- Reports on Radiation Exposure During Air Travel
- Aerospace Medical...
Passenger Health and Safety Specific Medical Topics
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- American Society of Anesthesiologists