FAA lifts order slashing flights, allowing commercial airlines to resume their regular schedules
Read full article: FAA lifts order slashing flights, allowing commercial airlines to resume their regular schedulesSummary: The Federal Aviation Administration says it is lifting all restrictions on commercial flights that were imposed during the government shutdown at 40 major U.S. airports.
By the numbers: Flights canceled at Houston airports since FAA cuts
Read full article: By the numbers: Flights canceled at Houston airports since FAA cutsThe Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered airlines to reduce flights nationwide, including at Houston’s two major airports, as part of a safety measure tied to ongoing staffing shortages during the federal government shutdown.
Most major US airports are among 40 targeted for flight shutdowns. Here’s the list
Read full article: Most major US airports are among 40 targeted for flight shutdowns. Here’s the listFlight cancellations are accelerating as U.S. airlines comply with a government order to cut flights because of the shutdown.
FAA reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 'high-volume' markets during government shutdown
Read full article: FAA reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 'high-volume' markets during government shutdownThe Federal Aviation Administration says it plans to reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 “high-volume” markets beginning Friday morning to maintain safety during the ongoing government shutdown.
US government proposes easing some restrictions on drones traveling long distances
Read full article: US government proposes easing some restrictions on drones traveling long distancesA new federal rule would make it easier for companies to use drones over longer distances out of sight of the operator without having to go through a cumbersome waiver process.
NTSB finds Army chopper in fatal midair crash with plane was above altitude limit
Read full article: NTSB finds Army chopper in fatal midair crash with plane was above altitude limitInvestigators have found that a helicopter involved in a deadly crash with a passenger plane over Washington was flying above its height limit.
Trump's FAA administrator pick questioned about safety and pilot training standards at hearing
Read full article: Trump's FAA administrator pick questioned about safety and pilot training standards at hearingPresident Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Aviation Administration pledged to ensure safety and upgrade the nation's outdated air traffic control system if confirmed.