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FAA Launches “Zero Tolerance for Unruly and Dangerous Behavior” Toolkit

Digital products now available to promote safe passenger behavior and bring awareness to zero tolerance policy.

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FAA Activates System to Track Space Launch, Reentry Vehicles

New capability increases the safety and efficiency of the national airspace system.

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FAA Releases New PSA, Levies $119K Against 9 Passengers for Alleged Unruly Behavior

PSA and civil penalties are part of the FAA's Zero Tolerance efforts against unruly behavior.

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FAA Awards Nearly $845M to Build More Accessible, Environmentally Friendly and Modern Airports

Grants will help mitigate environmental impacts, increase accessibility, and expand capacity at airports across the U.S.

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U.S. DOT Renews Commercial Space Transportation Advisory Committee

The U.S. Department of Transportation is renewing the Commercial Space Transportation Advisory Committee (COMSTAC) through June 2023. COMSTAC members lend their expertise to provide advice and recommendations to the Department and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on a host of...

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FAA Provides $8 Billion in Airport Rescue Grants

Grants keep workers employed and help the aviation sector recover from impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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FAA, Department of the Air Force Sign Commercial Space Agreement

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of the Air Force signed an agreement aimed at eliminating red tape while protecting public safety during commercial space activities at ranges operated by the U.S. Space Force. The agreement recognizes common...

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FAA Releases Spaceport Camden Final Environmental Impact Statement

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today released theFinal Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the Spaceport Camden project in Camden County, Ga. The Camden County Board of Commissioners is seeking an FAA license authorizing Spaceport Camden to support up to 12...

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Runway Safety Town Hall: Air Traffic Ramps Up This Summer

As the summer approaches, we can expect a rise in airport traffic in the air and on the runways. With this in mind, the Federal Aviation Administration is redoubling its effort to offer guidance, resources and expertise to preempt any...

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FAA Approves Renewal of Oklahoma Spaceport License

After completing a comprehensive review, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved the renewal of the spaceport license for the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority. Thelicense authorizes the Authority to operate a launch site at the Clinton-Sherman Industrial Airpark in Burns...

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