FAA
Coverage of FAA in the Nexus archive.
- 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.
- F.A.A. Investigates Near Miss Between Planes at Boston’s Logan Airport
The F.A.A. is investigating a near miss between planes at Boston’s Logan Airport. A Delta Air Lines plane was involved in the incident during a landing at the airport.
- With a sledgehammer and a shovel, volunteers raced to save passengers in Texas plane crash
Volunteers in Laredo, Texas, used tools like sledgehammers and fire extinguishers to rescue passengers from a burning plane crash. The Cessna Citation Latitude, operated by NetJets, experienced mechanical issues before crashing, resulting in one fatality and multiple survivors. Authorities credited the quick actions of motorists and emergency responders for saving lives.
- News Wrap: Tropical Storm Arthur brings flooding threat
Tropical Storm Arthur formed along the Gulf Coast as the first Atlantic storm of the season, Georgia Republicans rejected efforts to redraw 2028 voting maps, and an FAA investigation is underway after a private jet crash on a Texas highway resulted in one fatality.
- FAA expects delays or ground stop to ‘ensure safety’ at D.C. airport
The FAA anticipates implementing delays or a ground stop at D.C. airport to prioritize safety. The measure aims to address potential risks without specifying further details from the provided content.
- Jeff Bezos says AI is like a knife that can be used for good or bad, and the solution isn't 'no more data centers'
Jeff Bezos, co-CEO of Prometheus, a physical AI startup, argues that AI regulation should avoid overreach, comparing it to not banning knives due to misuse. He emphasizes the importance of data centers and supports balanced regulation to ensure safety without stifling innovation. Prometheus raised $12 billion in a Series B round.
- FAA probes close call between Jet Blue plane and aircraft near Fort Lauderdale Airport
The FAA is investigating a close call between JetBlue Flight 1256 and another aircraft near Fort Lauderdale International Airport. The incident occurred Monday evening as the JetBlue plane approached the airport.
- Enough excuses: The FAA must act now to prevent another midair tragedy
The FAA failed to act on prior safety recommendations, resulting in a helicopter collision with an American Airlines flight that killed 67 people. The FAA is now urged to implement all National Transportation Safety Board recommendations to prevent future tragedies.
- Air traffic control run by Compaq computers is safe but inefficient, FAA head says
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford expressed confidence in the air traffic control system's safety, despite acknowledging that hundreds of FAA facilities use decades-old Compaq computers, which are inefficient.
- FAA grounds SpaceX's Starship V3 megarocket after Flight 12 'mishap'
The FAA has grounded SpaceX's Starship V3 megarocket following a 'mishap' during Flight 12. The first Starship V3 launch occurred on May 22, 2026, from the Starbase site in South Texas.
- Boeing CEO says company met requirements to increase 737 Max production to 47 jets per month
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg announced the company has met FAA requirements to increase 737 Max production to 47 aircraft per month. The update confirms compliance with regulatory standards for scaling manufacturing.
- Sen. Duckworth on ICE's release of soldier's wife, and her concerns about airline staffing
The wife of U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Jose Serrano has been released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody after a month-long detention. Sen. Tammy Duckworth discusses the case and also raises concerns about airline staffing. She calls on the FAA to study the impact of flight attendant staffing.
- FAA orders investigation into Blue Origin’s New Glenn mishap
The FAA has ordered an investigation into Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket mishap, which involves an apparent failure of its upper stage. The rocket will remain grounded until the investigation is completed.
- Sen. Tim Sheehy makes emergency landing after in-flight engine failure
Sen. Tim Sheehy, R-Mont., made an emergency landing after an in-flight engine failure during a routine flight training exercise. The aircraft landed safely in a field in Ennis, Montana, with neither pilot injured.
- Sen. Tim Sheehy makes emergency landing after in-flight engine failure
Sen. Tim Sheehy, R-Mont., made an emergency landing after an in-flight engine failure during a routine flight training exercise. The aircraft landed safely in a field in Ennis, Montana, with neither pilot injured. Sheehy, an FAA-certified pilot, is recovering from the incident.
- FAA investigating close call between plane and two trucks at LAX
The FAA is investigating a close call at Los Angeles International Airport where a Frontier plane nearly collided with two trucks. Pilots reported slamming on brakes to avoid a collision.