The recent telecom failure points to the ongoing need for funding to update communications and radar technology used within the aviation industry. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has…
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Transportation Department Invests in National Airport Upgrades
Airport infrastructure to be updated with $1.1 billion in funding, including the installation of vehicle runway transmitters. The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced that it has made…
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U.S. Extends Sanctions on Iranian Airlines to Supporters
President Trump says he’s in “deciding mode” on next steps regarding the Islamic Republic. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced additional sanctions against Iran’s commercial airlines and those…
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Transportation Secretary Announces First VA College to Join the Air Traffic Controller Program
The school becomes the 13th school to join the FAA program that fast-tracks students to become air traffic controllers. U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean Duffy announced…
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NTSB Retrieves Black Boxes in Amazon Cargo Plane Crash Probe
Chair Homedy described Sunday’s incident as “devastating.” National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigators are reviewing the flight data and cockpit voice recorders from the Amazon Prime cargo plane…
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FAA Requires Inspections of Boeing 737 Max Jets
The agency is concerned about the safety risks posed by incorrectly installed seats on these airplanes. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released a notice of proposed rulemaking for an…
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FAA Finally Certifies Small Boeing 737 for Commercial Flight
After years of delays due to safety concerns, the 737 Max 7 has been cleared to fly passengers. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that it has certified…
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NTSB Investigates Safety Incident Involving Marine One Near Reagan National
The military helicopter carrying President Trump experienced a “loss of separation” incident. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating a “loss of separation” incident in which Marine…
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FAA and DOT Announce State-of-the-Art Air Traffic Control Software
A contract has been awarded to Air Space Intelligence for cutting-edge technologies to improve flight scheduling and management. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator…
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Ronald Reagan National Airport will Close for USA 250th Anniversary Celebrations
Arrivals and departures will cease at noon on July 4th. Flights will be grounded at Ronald Reagan National Airport for the United States’ 250th Anniversary celebrations starting at…
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