Secretary Duffy said the new radar equips “controllers as they safeguard our air travel.” The Department of Transportation announced the installation of a new Surface Movement Radar (SMR)…
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Transportation Secretary Unveils New Radar at Newark Liberty Airport
Secretary Duffy says that they are making “real safety and efficiency enhancements at one of our nation’s busiest airports.” Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and Federal Aviation Administration Administrator…
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FMCSA Takes Steps to Codify English Proficiency Requirements for Truckers
Over 26,000 drivers have already been removed from the nation’s roads for failing to pass English Language Proficiency requirements. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that the Federal Motor…
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Transportation Department Invests in Airport Infrastructure Modernization
The transportation secretary said that “American families deserve state-of-the-art runways and infrastructure that will make their travel experience safer, smoother, and more efficient.” Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary…
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NHTSA Considers Permanent Ban on Chinese Air Bag Inflators after Fatalities
The agency released a report on the imported devices and their effects, which resulted in 10 fatalities and 2 injuries. The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) National Highway Traffic…
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Multi-State Truck Safety Operation Removes Unqualified Drivers from Roads
Federal and state agencies conduct coordinated enforcement effort. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced the first phase of Operation SafeDRIVE, a coordinated enforcement and education initiative conducted…
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U.S. DOT Launches Road Trip App Ahead of Nation’s 250th Anniversary
New mobile app highlights historic and cultural destinations across the U.S. The Department of Transportation recently announced the launch of Explore250, a free mobile app developed in partnership…
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Transportation Secretary Says Shutdown Threatens Air Traffic Control Student Aid
FAA reports ground stop at LAX due to ATC staff shortage. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy expressed concern over the coming lapse of air traffic control student stipends due…
Read MoreDOT Launches New Programs to Improve Truck Driver Work Conditions
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to test schedule flexibility and rest period options for commercial drivers. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced two pilot programs designed to…
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DOT Terminates Delta, Aeromexico Joint Flight Venture Agreement
Mexico has refused to follow a bilateral aviation agreement. The Department of Transportation (DOT) submitted a filing that orders airline companies Delta and Aeromexico to dismantle their joint…
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