From the FAA Archives: Safety by the Numbers (1969) Federal Aviation Administration 2026-09-21 | From the FAA Archives: Safety by the Numbers (1969)
Flying the Aircraft First During Go-arounds in 57 Seconds Federal Aviation Administration 2023-07-14 | A go-around maneuver is intended to help avoid a bad landing, but some are not successful. Go-around procedures are not the same for all aircraft. Practice with a flight instructor. Learn about focusing on flying the aircraft first during go-arounds in this video. Read more about this and our other #FlySafe topics at medium.com/faa/flysafe/home.
Find Your Place in Space Federal Aviation Administration 2023-07-14 | Discover career opportunities in the FAA’s Office of Commercial Space Transportation.
FAA Noise Policy Review - Next Steps Federal Aviation Administration 2023-07-13 | This is a short video about the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAAs) Noise Policy Review (NPR). It describes next steps. For additional information regarding the FAA's Noise Policy Review, please visit www.faa.gov/noisepolicyreview.
FAA Noise Policy Review - Consideration of Comments Federal Aviation Administration 2023-07-13 | This is a short video about the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAAs) Noise Policy Review (NPR). It explains what FAA will do with comments it receives. For additional information regarding the FAA's Noise Policy Review, please visit www.faa.gov/noisepolicyreview.
How the FAA Responds to Severe Weather Federal Aviation Administration 2023-07-12 | When a storm brews anywhere across the nation, the FAA is ready. Our air traffic and weather professionals use tools and strategies, including holding patterns, ground stops and time-based metering, to keep your flight safe and minimize disruptions. To learn more, visit faa.gov/holiday-travel/weather.
Commercial Space Transportation Advisory Committee (COMSTAC) Federal Aviation Administration 2023-07-12 | The FAA will host a virtual Commercial Space Transportation Advisory Committee meeting on July 11 from 1PM – 3 PM. The meeting is open to the public and media. Learn more at bit.ly/3BbL4qJ. #COMSTAC #FAASpace
Compliance and Enforcement Program for Commercial Space Transportation Federal Aviation Administration 2023-07-11 | The FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation (AST) aims to educate stakeholders and the commercial space industry on Compliance and Enforcement Documents, FAA internal processes, types of compliance and enforcement actions, and the broader AST Compliance and Enforcement Program.Questions? Please submit them to ASTOperations@faa.gov.
Data Driven Federal Aviation Administration 2023-07-10 | Data driven this is something that private sector figured out many years ago. We've got to learn from the data and in too many government organizations we don't take data seriously. It's out there. We're not taking advantage of it. The vast majority of things you do, you are doing things right. You are behind the scenes making sure everything works.
Find Your Place in Space Federal Aviation Administration 2023-07-10 | Do you want to find your place in space? Join the FAA’s Office of Commercial Space Transportation’s Informational Session to learn about the exciting and rewarding careers in commercial space transportation!
AME Minute: Why did the FAA add another medication for psychiatric conditions? Federal Aviation Administration 2023-07-05 | In this microlearning lesson, Warren Silberman, DO, MPH outlines expansion of the FAAs SSRI medical certification special issuance program to include an NDRI medication.
MR TBO Live Flight 2023 Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-28 | TBO is an air traffic management concept that enhances strategic planning under changing conditions to expedite aircraft movement between origin and destination airports. Strategic planning is improved by using the flight’s trajectory as the common plan across all participants.This is made possible because TBO shifts from a voice-based set of exchanges between participants to an environment primarily involving data exchange between interoperable systems. TBO is shifting the decision-making paradigm – moving from a tactical approach to a more strategic one. Currently, tactical actions are taken because some information is only available at the moment. These add up and operators pay the price by loading more fuel. If we had greater and earlier access to the information, we could – and we would – make more strategic decisions ahead of time, instead of reactive course corrections. But by continuing to follow a tactical paradigm, we waste time and fuel, and we further contribute to uncertain information.Imagine having access to the information you need – when you need it – and having it tailored to improve decision-making for your flight. Data exchange technology has caught up with this vision. Through improved strategic planning and management of traffic flows, TBO will reduce reactive decision-making. This will increase predictability and efficiency – and optimize the Air Traffic Management system.To realize these exciting technical capabilities, we forged international partnerships to showcase the value of TBO within different environments – by executing a series of demonstrations across multiple regions. In the Lab Demo Validation stage, we noted a few important take-aways. One, TBO is about sharing, maintaining, and using the trajectory as the common plan across stakeholders. Two, global data exchange standards have been beneficial to the validation of TBO. Three, International Aviation Trust Framework meets a range of stakeholder needs. And, the Connected Aircraft concept enables access to key information not previously accessible This propelled us to the next stage: The Multi Regional TBO Live FlightIt’s important to revisit the Operational Values driving the TBO concept. These include: enhanced predictability, improved efficiency, increased reliable flexibility, improved strategic planning, and decreased uncertainty. Alignment of Strategic Plans and Tactical Actions by selecting clearances and flight modes that ensure a consistent trajectory is known by all partiesThe MR TBO partners, spanning multiple regions, developed four scenarios for execution during the live flight demonstration. Each scenario aligned with the TBO concept and showcased the operational values across the regions. From the success of the live flight event, the team has demonstrated the value of TBO and validated high-level data sharing considerations for working across multiple regions. And, it assessed the global data standards that are already in place to take it to the next level. TBO is not a technology, it’s a change in operations. It’s flexible, so each region can customize it to their individual needs. And there are benefits to be gained, even if only some adopt it.
Podcast Sn 5 Ep 5: It’s Sunny. Why Is My Flight Delayed? Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-28 | SUBSCRIBE youtube.com/channel/UCRjoWtWg9BPyZK8YxMrH2Zw?sub_confirmation=1Discover why your flight might be delayed at your departure airport even when the weather seems fine. Plus, learn what rights you have as an airline consumer when weather is the cause of your flight delay or cancellation. USA Today's weather expert, Doyle Rice, provides tips for what you can do when booking your flight to avoid weather-related flight delays. And Blane Workie, Assistant General Counsel from the Department of Transportation's Office of Consumer Protection, has information about your consumer rights, airline guarantees, when to file a consumer complaint, and how the department uses that information to improve your flying experience. FOLLOWWebsite | faa.gov/podcasts/the_air_up_thereInstagram | @faaFacebook | facebook.com/FAATwitter | @FaanewsLinkedIn | linkedin.com/company/faaTimecodes0:00 – Intro0:57 – USA Today’s Doyle Rice2:49 – Convective Weather or Thunderstorms3:03 – It’s Sunny, Why is My Flight Delayed?4:35 – How Winter Weather Impacts Flights5:37 – Roads in the Sky6:25 – Doyle’s Airline Tips for Passengers8:18 – DOT Consumer Protection Intro8:54 – DOT’s Consumer Role in Air Travel9:46 – When are Airlines Accountable? 10:25 – Airline Compliance11:23 – What to do if Your Flight is Delayed or Canceled13:13 – Filing a Complaint with DOT14:47 – Vapes on a Plane PSA15:33 – Wrap Up
Pilot Minute: What are some important safety considerations regarding sunglasses? Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-20 | In this episode of the Pilot Minute, Federal Air Surgeon Susan Northrup, MD, MPH explains aeromedical and general safety considerations to keep in mind when choosing sunglasses used in flight. Pilot Minute is produced by the Civil Aerospace Medical Institute, Medical Education Division in association with FAA Media Solutions.
Kids’ First Flight Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-16 | Parents! Help your little ones prepare for their first flight on an airplane!Taking a big trip on an airplane for the first time can be exciting and scary for little ones. They could experience many new things like packing a bag, taking a shuttle, going to a busy airport, walking through a security line, sitting in an airplane and going high up in the sky! What happens to their things in security? What will they do while on the plane? What sounds will they hear? Will there be snacks?Watch this video with your children to help them prepare for this new adventure and know what to expect at the airport and on the flight.
FAA Marks Completion of Secondary Barrier Requirement Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-14 | Acting FAA Administrator Polly Trottenberg is talking with leaders of ALPA, SWAPA, and CAPA about the new requirement to install a secondary barrier to access the flight deck of new commercial airplanes. Learn more at faa.gov/newsroom/faa-requires-secondary-flight-deck-barrier.
Podcast Sn 5 Ep 4: International Air Travel Tips – Spread Your Wings Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-14 | SUBSCRIBE youtube.com/channel/UCRjoWtWg9BPyZK8YxMrH2Zw?sub_confirmation=1Do you have a passport? Do you know how long it takes to get a passport? What are the security and entry requirements for international travel? Do you know about the programs that can make your journey seamless? If you’re up in the air about any of these questions, tune in to this podcast episode!Get tips from experienced world traveler like Kristin Stadum, Andres Rodrigues with the U.S. Department of State, and Caroline Tanner with The Points Guy.FOLLOWWebsite | faa.gov/podcasts/the_air_up_thereInstagram | @faaFacebook | facebook.com/FAATwitter | @FaanewsLinkedIn | linkedin.com/company/faaTimecodes0:00 – Intro1:21 – Tips From an Experience International Traveler4:44 – Tips on Travel Insurance6:20 – Packing Tips for International Flights7:10 – State Department’s Andres Rodriguez on Passports8:51 – Smart Travel Enrollment Program (STEP)9:36 – What to do if you Lose Your Passport10:14 – The Points Guy’s Caroline Tanner on Global Entry11:02 – How Does Global Entry Work?12:15 – FAA Shipping Dangerous Goods PSA 13:23 – Wrap Up
Sn 3 Ep 8: Give Thanks This Holiday Season Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-13 | SUBSCRIBE youtube.com/channel/UCRjoWtWg9BPyZK8YxMrH2Zw?sub_confirmation=1Our holiday wish — give flight attendants chocolate, not problems. In this episode, we provide tips on how to get to your destination safely and on time for the holidays. Maximize your travel experience and enjoy the magic of flight. Get the inside story on why it's so important to follow cabin crew instructions, how to deal with disruptive passengers, and how to prepare for flying with children, and more. Also, learn about what FAA is doing to prepare for major traffic changes during the holiday season and beyond.Published: November 23, 2021FOLLOWWebsite | faa.gov/podcasts/the_air_up_thereInstagram | @faaFacebook | facebook.com/FAATwitter | @FaanewsLinkedIn | linkedin.com/company/faa
Sn 3 Ep 7: Travel Safe this Holiday Season Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-13 | SUBSCRIBE youtube.com/channel/UCRjoWtWg9BPyZK8YxMrH2Zw?sub_confirmation=1The holiday season is upon us! Are your travel plans underway? Make sure safety is at the top of your itinerary. In this episode, we explore safety precautions you should take when you fly, as well as the dos and don'ts for packing your bags. If you're thinking about chartering an airplane, we'll help you learn the rules, regulations, and requirements so you can easily identify a safe air charter service.Published: November 12, 2021FOLLOWWebsite | faa.gov/podcasts/the_air_up_thereInstagram | @faaFacebook | facebook.com/FAATwitter | @FaanewsLinkedIn | linkedin.com/company/faa
Sn 3 Ep 6: Drones Revolutionize Wildland Firefighting Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-13 | SUBSCRIBE youtube.com/channel/UCRjoWtWg9BPyZK8YxMrH2Zw?sub_confirmation=1Tune in as we discuss various drone initiatives and programs, and their role in redefining aviation operations for wildfires. You'll hear from Mike Sheldon, an air traffic security expert for FAA, Dirk Giles, the Forest Service's drone program manager, and Pete York, a CAL FIRE captain. Read our latest blog "Drones Revolutionize Wildland Firefighting." If you're interested in more stories on drones and public safety, check out our episode from Season 1 titled Drones for Good.Published: October 28, 2021FOLLOWWebsite | faa.gov/podcasts/the_air_up_thereInstagram | @faaFacebook | facebook.com/FAATwitter | @FaanewsLinkedIn | linkedin.com/company/faa
Sn 3 Ep 5: How to Become an Aviation Safety Inspector Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-13 | SUBSCRIBE youtube.com/channel/UCRjoWtWg9BPyZK8YxMrH2Zw?sub_confirmation=1If you're interested in a career in aviation but not quite sure where you want to land, your future as an Aviation Safety Inspector (ASI) might take flight after this episode! You'll hear from: Patricia Mathes, the new national FAA Safety Team manager in the General Aviation and Commercial Division, and Shawn Toth, an ASI working in Anchorage, Alaska. Listen as they welcome you to the world of Aviation Safety Inspectors.Published: October 1, 2021FOLLOWWebsite | faa.gov/podcasts/the_air_up_thereInstagram | @faaFacebook | facebook.com/FAATwitter | @FaanewsLinkedIn | linkedin.com/company/faa
Sn 3 Ep 4: Reducing Aviation Noise and Emissions Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-13 | SUBSCRIBE youtube.com/channel/UCRjoWtWg9BPyZK8YxMrH2Zw?sub_confirmation=1Tune in to this podcast episode where we sit down with Kevin Welsh, FAA's Executive Director of the Office of Environment & Energy, and David Hyde, former Director of Environmental Policy at the Aerospace Industries Association, to discuss what CLEEN is, what success looks like, and what is exciting about this new phase.Published: September 17, 2021FOLLOWWebsite | faa.gov/podcasts/the_air_up_thereInstagram | @faaFacebook | facebook.com/FAATwitter | @FaanewsLinkedIn | linkedin.com/company/faa
Sn 3 Ep 3: How to Become a Pilot Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-13 | SUBSCRIBE youtube.com/channel/UCRjoWtWg9BPyZK8YxMrH2Zw?sub_confirmation=1Welcome to our third installment of the summer career series! In this episode, we're learning about pilots, and the work they do to maintain safety while flying. Pilots can be found in a variety of different locations and roles: flight decks, at controls, transporting passengers and cargo, or even flying drones. Interested? Aviation might be the career for you! You'll hear from: Jacqueline Camacho Ruiz, the author of Latinas in Aviation; Dawne Barrett, the leader of the operations supervisor workshop for FAA; and Captain Jill Mills, the Assistant Chief Pilot of United Airlines.Published: September 3, 2021FOLLOWWebsite | faa.gov/podcasts/the_air_up_thereInstagram | @faaFacebook | facebook.com/FAATwitter | @FaanewsLinkedIn | linkedin.com/company/faa
Sn 3 Ep 2: How to Become a Technician Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-13 | SUBSCRIBE youtube.com/channel/UCRjoWtWg9BPyZK8YxMrH2Zw?sub_confirmation=1Have you ever wanted to start a career in aviation? Well, becoming an aviation technician might be the right path for you! In this week's episode, we're exploring what it means to be a technician for FAA and in the aviation industry. You'll hear from FAA's Cody Johnson, a district facilities group manager for Technical Operations; Jim Woodruff, who is working to ensure technicians have the proper training; and Krista Jeppsen, who oversees 14 technicians at King Salmon System Support Center in Alaska. Learn more about Airway Transportation Systems Specialists.Published: August 20, 2021FOLLOWWebsite | faa.gov/podcasts/the_air_up_thereInstagram | @faaFacebook | facebook.com/FAATwitter | @FaanewsLinkedIn | linkedin.com/company/faa
Sn 3 Ep 1: How to Become an Air Traffic Controller Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-13 | SUBSCRIBE youtube.com/channel/UCRjoWtWg9BPyZK8YxMrH2Zw?sub_confirmation=1Welcome to the first installment of our summer career series! We're answering your questions and doing a deep dive into careers in aerospace and the steps you can take to get started in the field. Today's episode is one of our most requested topics — how to become an air traffic controller as an entry-level applicant. FAA experts will walk you through everything from the application process to training at the FAA Academy and certification.Published: July 23, 2021FOLLOWWebsite | faa.gov/podcasts/the_air_up_thereInstagram | @faaFacebook | facebook.com/FAATwitter | @FaanewsLinkedIn | linkedin.com/company/faa
Public Meeting: Mount Rushmore National Park Air Tour Management Plan Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-12 | The FAA and National Park Service host a virtual public meeting to discuss the proposed combined plan to manage air tours over Mount Rushmore National Park.
Public Meeting: Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Air Tour Management Plan Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-12 | The FAA and National Park Service host a virtual public meeting to discuss the proposed combined plan to manage air tours over Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
UAS Traffic Management Pilot Program (UPP) Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-09 | UAS Traffic Management (UTM) is a federated-based, cooperative traffic management ecosystem in which UAS operators and commercial service suppliers manage operations below 400 feet, with rules of the road established by the FAA.The videos depict activities from the UTM Pilot Program (UPP) Phase 2, which was completed in 2021 in cooperation with NASA, industry stakeholders, UAS Integration Pilot Program (IPP) participants, and selected FAA UAS Test Sites.
Urban Air Mobility (UAM) Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-09 | The video introduces the FAA's Urban Air Mobility (UAM) activity as it addresses interactions between new entrants with existing Air Traffic Control (ATC), as well as the role of cooperative traffic management concepts explored in UAS Traffic Management (UTM). The video also includes development of UAM Concept of Operations that focus on the capabilities that exist with industry partners today, along with architecture for crewed and uncrewed aircraft traveling within urban and metropolitan environments at lower altitudes.
Multi-regional Trajectory Based Operation (MR TBO) Lab Demonstration Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-09 | The FAA, along with global partners, developed operational scenarios that align with the Trajectory-Based Operation (TBO) concept and highlight operational value across the Regions. The Multi-regional Trajectory Based Operation (MR TBO) Demonstrations, through large-scale, multi-Flight Information Region (FIR) simulations as well as live flight has begun to identify information, procedural, and technological needs in preparation for implementation of TBO.
FAA Automation Evolution Strategy (AES) Part 3, Microservices Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-09 | Part 3 of the AES Series describes the Microservices Architecture and its use within the AES architecture. Microservices is architecture design for building distributed self-contained application. This allows you to deploy services 1-to-1 and allows service to scale or update without impacting other services.
Info Centric NAS (ICN) Part 2 - Landscape Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-09 | Part 2 of the ICN Series introduces the ICN Landscape which made up of the Operational Landscape, Technology Landscape, and Information Landscape.To communicate what the FAA has allocated in terms of time, technology, and readiness to achieve the ICN vision, we have created the ICN Landscape. Landscape is a comprehensive integrated plan that represent technology trends, aviation needs, and FAA requirements to help identify priorities. Specifically, the ICN Landscape is intended to modernize the NAS by identifying interdependencies between technologies, policies, and stakeholders.
Info Centric NAS (ICN) Part 1 - ICN Vision Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-09 | A Two-part series video, Part 1 presents the FAA Info-Centric NAS vision focusing on three areas: Operations, Infrastructure, and Safety Assurance.This led to the creation of the Preliminary Concept of Operations, or ConOps, for the ICN, describing future operations in the NAS. This document provides a framework for the development of lower level ConOps, providing specific details regarding services, solutions, and capabilities, as well as research and development planning.
Upper Class E Airspace Traffic Management (ETM) Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-09 | Upper Class E airspace operations refer to those that take place over 60,000 feet above sea level in the National Airspace System (NAS).The video introduce the concept development and engineering analysis activities, background that leads to the need for this work, and approach the FAA begins to look at for separation of these future high altitude operations.
Connected Aircraft (CA) Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-09 | The FAA’s vision for an info-centric National Airspace System (NAS) centers around operations enabled by an integrated information regime supported by enhanced system-to-system communications. This vision builds on the Next Generation Air Transportation System foundation in three key areas, or pillars: operations, supporting infrastructure, and integrated safety management. Each pillar includes several capabilities. Connected Aircraft (CA) is one of the capabilities in the infrastructure pillar, which will serve as enablers that will facilitate the exchange of information using relevant technologies based on the performance need. The CA technologies will also support unmanned vehicle operations.
FAA Automation Evolution Strategy (AES) Part 2, Automation Evolution Architecture Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-09 | Part 2 of the AES Series describes the Automation Evolution Architecture as a layered service-based architecture that takes advantage of cloud computing technologies to support software development.This architecture will be more agile and efficient.
FAA Automation Evolution Strategy (AES) Part 1, Overview Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-09 | FAA Automation Evolution Strategy (AES) is the master plan to achieve the FAA's vision for the future evolution of the automation systems within the National Airspace System (NAS).A Three-part series video, Part 1 covers the drivers behind AES, overview of the strategy, expected outcomes, and current FAA activities in support of AES.
Chicago Midway Class C Airspace Redesign Virtual Informational Meeting #2 Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-08 | The FAA hosts a virtual public meeting to discuss changes to the Class C airspace surrounding Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). A Q&A will follow the presentation. Learn more at faa.gov/air_traffic/community_engagement/mdw.
Chicago Midway Class C Airspace Redesign Virtual Informational Meeting #1 Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-07 | The FAA hosts a virtual public meeting to discuss changes to the Class C airspace surrounding Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). A Q&A will follow the presentation. Learn more at faa.gov/air_traffic/community_engagement/mdw.
Public Meeting: Haleakalā National Park Air Tour Management Plan Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-06 | The FAA and National Park Service host a virtual public meeting to discuss the proposed combined plan to manage air tours over Haleakalā National Park.
Public Meeting: Badlands National Park Air Tour Management Plan Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-06 | The FAA and National Park Service host a virtual public meeting to discuss the proposed combined plan to manage air tours over Badlands National Park.
AME Minute: Why are categories required for documents when uploading in AMCS? Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-01 | In this microlearning lesson, Warren Silberman, DO, MPH demonstrates how to select document types and date of service when uploading pilot documentation into AMCS.
Air Transportation Information Exchange Conference (ATIEC) 2023 Federal Aviation Administration 2023-06-01 | ...
HBCU Initiative Group – Employee Spotlight: Bryan Burrows-McElwain Federal Aviation Administration 2023-05-31 | FAA employee Bryan Burrows-McElwain reflects on how his flight instruction at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore inspired his aviation career with the Federal Aviation Administration. Learn more about the FAA’s HBCU Initiative Program at bit.ly/3OHxVgL.
System Safety Workshop Day 4 Federal Aviation Administration 2023-05-30 | 450.141 Computing System Safety and 450.139 Toxic Hazards for Flight
System Safety Workshop Day 3 Federal Aviation Administration 2023-05-30 | 450.109 Flight Hazard Analysis, 450.143 Safety-Critical Systems Design, Test, & Documentation (DT&T), and Additional Safety-Critical Requirements
System Safety Workshop Day 2 Federal Aviation Administration 2023-05-30 | 450.107 Hazard Control Strategies
System Safety Workshop Day 1 Federal Aviation Administration 2023-05-30 | Introduction to FAA AST System Safety and 450.103 System Safety Program
Noise Policy Review Webinar #4 Federal Aviation Administration 2023-05-26 | The FAA hosts a virtual webinar to discuss how we are reviewing our current aircraft noise policies. Key items include the community's understanding of noise impacts and how to better manage and respond to community’s aviation noise concerns. Learn more at faa.gov/noisepolicyreview.
Aviation and Space Education (AVSED) National Volunteers Federal Aviation Administration 2023-05-25 | This video shows what it’s like to volunteer for the STEM AVSED ACE Program.
