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US regulator issues voluntary recommendations after the NTSB had urged it to mandate the action. The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is recommending that airlines take steps to ensure cockpit-voice recorders (CVRs) retain relevant audio following safety incidents. On 1 July, the agency issued guidance calling on aircraft operators to confirm that their employee manuals… The post FAA urges airlines to prevent loss of cockpit-voice audio following safety incidents first appeared on FlightGlobal.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule that would set the stage for civil supersonic… FAA proposes rule to enable supersonic flight over the continental United States appeared first on AeroTime.

The rule sets an allowable noise standard that should allow for supersonic flight when in the “mach cut-off” regime. The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed repealing the USA’s long-standing ban on civilian overland supersonic flight and adopting new “noise-based” standards it says could allow a new era of supersonic air travel. The FAA “is taking… The post FAA proposes ending USA’s 53-year ban on civilian overland supersonic flight first appeared on FlightGlobal.

News Desk RIO DE JANEIRO: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) today announced the launch of “Save a Life, Not a Bag”, a passenger safety campaign urging travelers not to take cabin baggage during an aircraft evacuation. Supported by aviation safety regulators including European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) the campaign reinforces what … The post IATA Launches “Save a Life, Not a Bag” Passenger Safety Campaign appeared first on Biz Today.

NTSB Urges Runway Condition Reporting Changes The NTSB, referencing lessons learned from 11 investigations, is urging the FAA to expand its runway condition reporting protocols to include more categories for heavy rain. mark.nensel@in… Thu, 06/11/2026 - 21:38 Author Sean Broderick Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Safety, Ops & Regulation

The FAA Needs Funds To Take The Next Step In ATC Modernization The FAA seeks more resources to move into the next phase of modernizing U.S. air traffic control. audra.avizieni… Wed, 06/10/2026 - 08:00 Author Graham Warwick Content source Aviation Week & Space Technology Primary Category Safety, Ops & Regulation

FAA Administrator Signals 777X Certification In 2027 FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford believes the Boeing 737 MAX will be certified by year’s end and suggested the 777X will follow, in 2027. mark.nensel@in… Thu, 05/28/2026 - 17:55 Author Christine Boynton Guy Norris Content source Aviation Daily Aerospace Daily & Defense Report Primary Category Safety, Ops & Regulation

WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice, will establish temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) over stadiums hosting FIFA World Cup 2026 matches and related fan events across the United States to help [GI1.1]protect participants and spectators.

Safety agency calls for FAA to update a matrix that classifies runway conditions and resulting braking performance. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is urging the Federal Aviation Administration to revamp how it classifies braking action on wet runways, a move re­sponding to a string of runway overruns. ­The NTSB also recommends that the regulator… The post FAA’s wet-runway guidance underestimates landing distances: NTSB first appeared on FlightGlobal.

FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford does not see the civil aviation regulator hitting air traffic control staffing targets in the near future but defends the agency’s actions following the January 2025 mid-air collision that killed 67 people near Washington, DC. Highly complex US airspace is unlikely to be managed by a fully-staffed air traffic control system… The post Full ATC staffing still years away after deadly Reagan National collision: FAA first appeared on FlightGlobal.

FAA To Equip Ops Vehicles With Transmitters The FAA is fast-tracking a plan to equip all of its airport vehicles with transmitters that will make them more visible to airport surface safety systems. CHRISTINE.BOYN… Wed, 05/13/2026 - 21:17 Author Sean Broderick Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Safety, Ops & Regulation

NTSB Urges More Realistic Flight Deck Smoke Training The NTSB is urging the FAA to see that airlines incorporate realistic flight deck smoke scenarios into their pilot training. natalia.pelayo… Wed, 05/13/2026 - 20:32 Author Sean Broderick Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Safety, Ops & Regulation

Thanks to funding from the One Big Beautiful Bill, the FAA is equipping its airport vehicles with transponders, encourages airports and airlines to follow suit.

The type was grounded after a fatal crash involving an MD-11F operated by UPS in November 2025. The US Federal Aviation Administration has lifted the grounding of Boeing MD-11s, after approving the airframer’s proposed plans for returning the type to service. According to news reports, the FAA gave the green light after an “extensive review”… The post FAA clears MD-11 for operations after six-month grounding first appeared on FlightGlobal.

The crash killed 15 people and prompted the FAA to ground MD-11Fs. The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will hold a hearing next month as part of its investigation into the fiery crash last year of a Boeing MD-11 Freighter at Louisville. The agency has scheduled the hearing for 19 and 20 May in… The post NTSB to hold hearing into cause of UPS MD-11F crash first appeared on FlightGlobal.

WASHINGTON – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced a new enforcement initiative to resolve certain minor drone violations more quickly while maintaining safety.The Drone Expedited and Targeted Enforcement Response (DETER) program supports President Trump’s Executive Order on Restoring American Airspace Sovereignty, which calls for stronger enforcement of drone laws to protect the safety and security of the U.S. airspace.

FAA Releases Updated GPS Interference Guide The FAA has released an updated version of its GNSS Interference Resource Guide, focused on global GPS/GNSS jamming and spoofing trends. natalia.pelayo… Thu, 04/09/2026 - 16:03 Author Bill Carey Content source Business Aviation & AAM Report Aviation Daily Primary Category Safety, Ops & Regulation

FAA Suddenly Prohibits Common San Francisco Arrival Procedure The proactive move targets parallel visual approaches that the agency deemed no longer acceptable. andrea.copleys… Thu, 04/09/2026 - 08:00 Author Sean Broderick Content source Aviation Week & Space Technology Primary Category Safety, Ops & Regulation