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F.A.A. Plans to Hire 8,900 Air Traffic Controllers but Still Expects Shortages

The Federal Aviation Administration says it plans to “supercharge” hiring and training between now and late 2028. It would ...

Inside the search for sustainable aviation fuels, which are on the federal chopping block

(THE CONVERSATION) The federal spending law passed in early July 2025, often called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, significantly reduces federal funding for efforts to create renewable or sustainable ...
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FAA Accelerates Workforce Expansion to Manage Booming Air Traffic and Advancements in Aviation Technology

FAA plans to hire over 8,900 air traffic controllers and 4,600 aviation safety staff by 2028 and 2034, respectively, to meet ...

Federal Aviation Administration looks to expand drone package delivery

Under this proposed rule from the Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration, drones can be flown ...

Tensions flare between 2 federal agencies charged with aviation safety

The relationship between the National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration can frequently be ...

Here's Why Joby Aviation Stock Flew Higher in July

The eVTOL company's plans are getting near fruition, and expanding its manufacturing capacity is a key part of it.

Inspector General to Review F.A.A.’s Handling of D.C. Airspace After Crash

The announcement comes a week after the National Transportation Safety Board grilled aviation officials about safety gaps in ...

U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran: D.C. aviation crash inquiry exposes FAA’s failure to mitigate risks

U.S. senator from Kansas frustrated FAA didn't address known safety risks at Washington, D.C., airport before 67 died in ...