FAA investigates Southwest Airlines flight low-altitude alert
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating an incident involving a Southwest Airlines flight that triggered a…
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is a U.S. government agency responsible for regulating and overseeing all aspects of civil aviation within the United States. Established in 1958, the FAA ensures the safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability of the national airspace system. The agency regulates commercial and general aviation, manages air traffic control, and sets standards for aircraft operations, pilot certification, and airport infrastructure.
Key Facts
- Type: Government agency
- Industry: Aviation
- Founded: August 23, 1958; 66 years ago in Washington, D.C., USA
- Founders: U.S. Congress (established under the Federal Aviation Act of 1958)
- Headquarters: Washington, D.C., USA
- Key People: Michael G. Whitaker (Administrator), Katie Thomson (Deputy Administrator)
- Products: Air traffic control, aviation safety regulations, certification services
- Services: Regulation and oversight of civil aviation, air traffic management, pilot and aircraft certification, safety programs, and research
- Budget: US$24 billion (2024)
- Number of employees: 45,000 (2023)
- Website: https://www.faa.gov
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US fines Emirates $1.8 million for flying in prohibited airspace over Iraq
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Spirit AeroSystems whistleblower says 737 fuselages sent to Boeing with defects
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched a fresh investigation into Boeing after the company informed the agency…
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a rule that requires charter airlines, commuter airlines, air tour operators,…