FAA
Coverage of FAA in the Nexus archive.
- United flight aborts takeoff at Chicago O'Hare due to blown tires
A United Airlines plane aborted its takeoff at Chicago O'Hare International Airport after blowing a tire. The FAA reported the incident, and video footage of the subsequent emergency response was available.
- United flight aborts takeoff at Chicago O'Hare due to blown tires
A United Airlines plane aborted its takeoff at Chicago O'Hare International Airport after a tire blew out during the operation on Thursday. The FAA reported the incident, and video footage documenting the emergency response was released to the public.
- United flight aborts takeoff at Chicago O'Hare due to blown tires
A United Airlines plane aborted its takeoff at Chicago O'Hare International Airport after blowing a tire. According to the FAA, video footage was provided showing the emergency response.
- United flight aborts takeoff at Chicago O'Hare due to blown tires
A United Airlines plane aborted takeoff at Chicago O'Hare International Airport after blowing a tire. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported the incident, noting that video footage captured the subsequent emergency response.
- News Wrap: Senate confirms Erica Schwartz as CDC director
The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new CDC director. The FAA is investigating an incident involving President Trump's helicopter and a commercial aircraft, and Iran is in the final stage of drafting a deal with Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. UK authorities arrested a woman after four people were stabbed in Covent Garden.
- FAA investigating Trump helicopter safety incident
The FAA is investigating a safety incident involving Trump's helicopter. Another jet departed around the same time, resulting in a loss of standard separation, an FAA protocol for maintaining safe aircraft distances.
- FAA investigating why commercial flights at DC airport weren’t stopped for Trump helicopter
The FAA is investigating a safety lapse at Reagan National Airport after commercial flights were not halted during the takeoff of Trump's Marine One. Flights continued despite the presence of the presidential helicopter.
- FAA certifies Boeing 737 MAX 7 after years of delays
US regulators approved Boeing's 737 MAX 7 after delays caused by safety reforms following the model's fatal crashes. The certification allows deliveries over eight years after its maiden flight.
- FAA clears smallest Boeing 737 Max to fly after years of delays
The FAA has approved the smallest Boeing 737 Max to fly after years of delays. Airlines can begin flying passengers once planes are certified, though integrating them into schedules may take months.
- FAA certified Boeing's smallest 737 Max jet after nearly a decade of delays
The FAA certified Boeing's smallest 737 Max jet after nearly a decade of delays. The approval requires Boeing to incorporate updates to flight-control software, crew alerting systems, and an engine anti-ice system.
- DoorDash is launching its own drone delivery service after winning FAA certification
DoorDash is launching its own drone delivery service after obtaining FAA certification. The company is the eighth operator in the U.S. to earn Part 135 air carrier certification for commercial drone delivery.
- Roundup: Carbon divide / Care costs soar / DoorDash drones
The article discusses a proposed carbon storage project in Louisiana with public support and opposition, rising out-of-pocket care costs for older adults in the U.S., and DoorDash's new FAA certification for drone deliveries.
- American Airlines flights grounded amid IT outage
American Airlines grounded all flights not already airborne due to a systemwide IT outage, as directed by the FAA. The outage affected destination airports and facilities, prompting complaints from hundreds of social media users.
- American Airlines flights grounded nationwide due to IT outage: FAA
American Airlines flights are grounded nationwide due to an IT outage, as reported by the FAA in an advisory. Flights not already in the air are being held under a nationwide ground stop.
- SpaceX, Blue Origin could get quicker launch approval under FAA move to waive environmental rules
The FAA is considering waiving environmental rules to expedite launch approvals for SpaceX and Blue Origin. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized reducing government red tape to help America win the space race.
- FAA proposes inspections of passenger seats on hundreds of Boeing jets
The FAA is proposing inspections of passenger seats on over 450 Boeing 737 Max jets due to potential incorrect installation, which could pose safety risks during emergencies. This follows the FAA's recent decision to allow Boeing to resume certifying its 737 Max and 787 planes after years of safety oversight.
- FAA is ordering inspections of passenger seats on hundreds of Boeing 737 MAX jets
The FAA is ordering inspections of passenger seats on hundreds of Boeing 737 MAX jets due to incorrect installation in their tracks. These seats could disengage during turbulence or an emergency landing, posing a safety risk.
- Archer stock rips 20% higher as company unveils military craft with Anduril
Archer's stock surged 20% after the company unveiled a military craft in collaboration with Anduril. The company is competing with eVTOL peers to secure FAA certification for commercial air taxi operations.
- NORAD F-16s intercept multiple aircraft violating temporary flight restrictions over New Jersey
NORAD F-16 fighter jets intercepted multiple general aviation aircraft that violated temporary flight restrictions over Bedminster and East Rutherford in New Jersey. Over 10 aircraft entered restricted airspace, with three requiring interception. NORAD used flares during two intercepts and safely escorted all aircraft out, urging pilots to check NOTAMS and FAA Temporary Flight Restrictions.
- Colorado to honor fallen firefighting pilot killed fighting Gold Mountain Fire with statewide procession
Colorado will honor fallen firefighting pilot Nicholas Dale, killed in a helicopter crash while fighting the Gold Mountain Fire, with a statewide procession from Montrose to Denver. Dale's K-MAX helicopter crashed into Silver Jack Reservoir in Gunnison County on July 12, and the NTSB and FAA are investigating the incident.
- Austin airport begins transition to electronic flight strips
Air traffic controllers at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport are transitioning from paper flight strips to an electronic system as part of a nationwide FAA modernization effort.
- FAA lets Boeing sign off on 737 Max, 787 airworthiness certificates again
The FAA has allowed Boeing to resume signing off on airworthiness certificates for the 737 Max and 787. The U.S. government described the move as a vote of confidence in Boeing.
- Blue Angels investigating jet that flew over beachgoers in Pensacola
The Blue Angels are investigating a low-altitude jet flyover during a Pensacola beach event that disturbed beachgoers and caused items to scatter. The incident occurred when a second jet flew closer to the crowd than standard procedures allow, prompting a safety review. No injuries were reported.
- FAA extends flights limits at Chicago's O'Hare airport through October 2027
The FAA is extending a 10% flight limit at Chicago O'Hare International Airport through October 2027 to reduce flight delays. The directive aims to address congestion and improve on-time performance at the airport.
- FAA extends flight limit at O'Hare for another year
The FAA has extended flight limits at O'Hare International Airport for another year. O'Hare has the highest taxi times in the nation, according to a WGN Investigates report.
- FAA delaying flights into New York-area airports due to weather, air traffic control staffing
The FAA is delaying flights into New York-area airports due to weather and air traffic control staffing issues. The delays affect incoming flights in the region.
- Florida's Palm Beach airport renamed for Trump
Palm Beach International Airport has been renamed Donald J. Trump International Airport, according to an announcement by the FAA.
- NASA chief flew private military jets over D.C. for July 4th despite FAA disapproval
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman flew private military jets over D.C. in a July 4th flyover with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche as a passenger, despite safety objections from the FAA.
- Teen describes seaplane's rough landing in NYC's East River: "I thought we were going to drown"
The FAA is investigating a seaplane's hard landing in NYC's East River off Midtown Manhattan. Eight people were on board, including a 16-year-old who described the incident as terrifying and feared drowning.
- Hawaii could benefit from return of supersonic flights
The FAA is working to reintroduce supersonic flights in the U.S., which could reduce flight times by half and mitigate past issues with sonic booms. Hawaii is highlighted as a potential beneficiary of this development.
- FAA investigates after JetBlue flight reports hitting drone near JFK
The FAA is investigating an incident where a JetBlue flight reported hitting a drone near John F. Kennedy Airport. Officials confirmed no damage was found to the aircraft.
- JetBlue flight reports striking drone on approach to JFK Airport: FAA
A JetBlue Airways flight reported a midair collision with a drone while making its final approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport early Monday morning. The incident occurred during the flight's approach to JFK Airport.
- JetBlue flight reports striking drone while landing at JFK: Officials
A JetBlue Airways pilot reported hitting a drone during the flight's approach for landing at JFK Airport on Monday morning, according to the FAA.
- ‘Just a good old fellow’: Pilot killed in Georgia plane crash
Tony Zorn, a private pilot, died in a Georgia plane crash. The FAA is determining if the aircraft was an ultralight, which would shift the investigation to local authorities. Community members remembered Zorn for his frequent low-altitude flights.
- FAA investigates viral low-flying cargo plane at Houston airport
The FAA is investigating a Qatar Airways cargo jet that appeared in viral videos flying low near Texas airports. The incident involves a cargo plane flying at an unusually low altitude, prompting regulatory scrutiny.
- Owner says viral Boeing 777 flyby at Texas airstrip was for marketing video as FAA investigates
A viral video of a Boeing 777 cargo jet flying low over a Horseshoe Bay runway has prompted an FAA investigation. The aircraft's owner stated the flyby was part of a marketing video but admitted the pilots flew lower than expected.
- FAA investigates incident that forced a Delta flight to abort landing
The FAA is investigating an incident involving two commercial flights that resulted in one flight aborting its landing to avoid a potential collision.
- FAA investigates incident that forced a Delta flight to abort landing
The FAA is investigating a close call between two commercial flights that forced a Delta flight to abort landing in order to avoid collision. The incident involved a near-miss that required evasive action to prevent a potential crash.
- FAA investigates incident that forced a Delta flight to abort landing
The FAA is investigating a close call between two commercial flights that forced a Delta flight to abort landing in order to avoid a collision.
- FAA investigates incident that forced a Delta flight to abort landing
The FAA is investigating a close call between two commercial flights that caused a Delta flight to abort its landing to avoid a potential collision. The incident involved a near-miss situation requiring emergency action to prevent a crash.