The agency closed an investigation into what went wrong during an April flight of the massive spacecraft that NASA will rely on to land astronauts on the moon.
Category: Federal Aviation Administration
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Biden Says He Will Nominate Michael Whitaker to Lead FAA
The president’s selection, Michael G. Whitaker, served as the No. 2 official at the Federal Aviation Administration during the Obama administration.
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Air Taxis, Hyped for Years, May Finally Arrive by 2028
Federal regulators released a plan that would allow a new generation of small aircraft to transport people short distances.
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Lawmakers Seek More Long-Distance Flights From Reagan National Airport
Dozens of lawmakers are seeking to loosen a law that limits long-distance flights to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. For some of them, success could mean a shorter commute.
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Fourth of July Travel: What to Expect This Weekend
Delays and cancellations have hit airports in the Northeast, just in time for the July 4 holiday. Airlines and regulators are bickering about who is to blame. Here’s what you need to know.
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Summer Airline Woes Are Here: What to Expect Traveling This Weekend.
Delays and cancellations have hit airports in the Northeast, just in time for the July 4 holiday. Airlines and regulators are bickering about who is to blame. Here’s what you need to know.
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Titan Submersible Tragedy Sheds Light on Lack of Safeguards for High-Risk Travel
The Titan submersible tragedy spotlights the issues around rescue operations and government oversight as an increasing number of wealthy thrill seekers undertake risky adventures and expeditions.
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How Apple and David Beckham Beat Saudi Arabia in the Race for Messi
A complex arrangement, involving Apple, to bring the soccer star to Miami shows how to trump the free-spending kingdom — and how hard that may be to duplicate.
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Delays and Cancellations: Know Your Rights, and Book Wisely
The F.A.A. has made changes to cut down on chaos, but choosing your flights defensively, and knowing what you’re entitled to, can help.
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F.A.A. Spends $100 Million to Help Prevent Runway Accidents
The money is intended to reduce “incursions,” in which planes, vehicles and people mistakenly obstruct runways, and it will be used on infrastructure improvements.
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Airlines and F.A.A. Try to Head Off Summer Travel Meltdowns
Having angered travelers and lawmakers, airline executives and aviation officials said they were reducing flights, hiring staff and making other changes to avoid disruptions this summer.
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Frustrated Pet Owners Turn to Private Jets to Fly Their Animals
As flying commercial with pets becomes increasingly difficult, animal owners are turning to private aviation. A new airline is making a bid for those with fur babies.