2026-05-10
The Engineered Material Arresting System (EMAS) is a technology developed in the 1990s by the FAA in partnership with academic and airport authorities to safely stop aircraft that overrun runways, using crushable material that causes aircraft tires to sink and decelerate rapidly. Since its introduction, EMAS has successfully arrested 26 overrunning aircraft carrying 497 crew and passengers, and the FAA has facilitated runway safety area improvements at approximately 1,000 runway ends across more than 500 commercial service airports. Runway Safe currently manufactures two FAA-approved EMAS systems: EMASMAX®, which uses lightweight cellular concrete blocks, and greenEMAS®, a foamed silica system made from recycled glass.
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2026-05-10
The FAA proposed a rule allowing operators of critical infrastructure to petition for restrictions on drone operations over their facilities to address safety and security concerns. The rule responds to rapid growth in drone usage and associated risks to sensitive sites while balancing security needs with economic growth and public interest. The proposal aligns with President Trump's Executive Order 14305 on Restoring Airspace Sovereignty and a provision of the FAA Extension, Safety and Security Act of 2016.
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2026-05-10
The Air Traffic Activity Data System (ATADS) allows users to look up airport operations data, which is updated monthly on the 20th of each month using the previous month's information. The system enables users to generate two types of reports: Operations Reports showing take-offs and landings for specific airports during selected time periods, and Ranking Reports that compare multiple airports' operations data. Both report types can be customized by selecting different data fields and exported to Excel or Word format.
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2026-05-10
The FAA manages the world's safest and most complex aviation system, handling an average of 45,000 flights and 2.9 million airline passengers daily across more than 29 million square miles of airspace. The National Airspace System operates as a dynamic, constantly evolving network supported by an interactive dashboard designed to explain its operations.
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2026-05-10
The FAA compiled statements on multiple aviation accidents and incidents occurring from April 22 through May 8, 2026, across both commercial and general aviation categories. The incidents included aircraft landing gear failures, crashes, runway incursions, passenger disturbances, and collisions with ground obstacles, with most investigations being led by the FAA and some by the National Transportation Safety Board.
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2026-05-10
Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and the FAA announced a scheduling reduction at Chicago O'Hare International Airport, limiting daily operations to 2,708 flights to counter overscheduling that had resulted in less than 60% on-time performance the previous summer. The cap, effective May 17 through October 24, 2026, addresses a planned 14.9% increase in peak-day flights and is accompanied by measures including increased air traffic controller staffing and improved coordination between airlines and the airport.
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2026-05-10
More than half a dozen drone operators were identified violating federal regulations at Coors Field during the first homestand of the season, prompting the FBI and FAA to strengthen enforcement priorities. Unauthorized operators face penalties including civil fines up to $75,000 per violation, drone confiscation, criminal fines up to $100,000, and up to one year in federal prison. Airspace within 3 miles of Coors Field is restricted one hour before and one hour after MLB events, and operators must use FAA-approved services to verify active flight restrictions before flying.
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2026-05-10
The Federal Aviation Administration announced the Drone Expedited and Targeted Enforcement Response (DETER) program to resolve minor drone violations more swiftly while maintaining airspace safety. Under the program, eligible first-time operators can resolve cases through reduced civil penalties or certificate suspensions if they admit liability and waive their right to appeal, while law enforcement partners gain the ability to report violations to the FAA in real time. Serious violations involving unauthorized operations in restricted airspace remain excluded from expedited resolution and continue to be handled through standard enforcement procedures.
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2026-05-10
The Federal Aviation Administration issued a proposed rule enabling critical infrastructure sites in 16 sectors—including energy, transportation, chemical, and water treatment facilities—to apply for restrictions on drone operations through a new web portal. The rule establishes two categories of restrictions: a standard restriction permitting operators who meet safety and security standards, and a more severe restriction requiring express prior approval from both the FAA and relevant agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security. Drone operators violating these restrictions could face civil or criminal penalties, license suspensions, and fines.
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2026-05-10
A collection of Fly Safe Fact Sheets organized by aviation topic provides safety resources for pilots covering aerodynamics, aeromedical considerations, aeronautical decision making, flight training, maintenance, takeoff and landing, and weather. The fact sheets address practical subjects such as aircraft performance monitoring, spatial disorientation, controlled flight into terrain, runway safety, and fuel monitoring, with links to downloadable PDFs and safety enhancement training videos available through a YouTube playlist.
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2026-05-10
The FAA Safety Briefing magazine will transition to a quarterly publication schedule beginning July 2026, with the Summer 2026 issue expected in early July. Archived issues from 2025 and 2024 are available for download and online reading, covering topics ranging from night flight operations and airport safety to weather technology and general aviation risk management. The November/December 2025 issue was not produced due to a lapse in appropriations.
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2026-05-10
The FAA Safety Briefing magazine will transition to a quarterly publication schedule starting with the Summer 2026 issue in early July. The March/April 2026 issue focuses on rotorcraft operations, featuring articles about real-world helicopter safety risks and the FAA's strategy to enhance safety in this operating environment.
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2026-05-10
The page archives Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) events from 2014 to 2023, including international safety conferences, symposiums, workshops, and stakeholder meetings covering topics such as aviation safety, unmanned aircraft systems, cybersecurity, and runway procedures. Notable events listed include the 2023 EASA-FAA International Aviation Safety Conference, the 2022 Beyond Visual Line-of-Sight Aviation Rulemaking Committee sessions, and various regional safety initiatives.
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2026-05-10
The FAA Safety Briefing magazine will transition from monthly to quarterly publication starting with the Summer 2026 issue in early July. The March/April 2026 issue focuses on rotorcraft safety, featuring articles addressing real-world helicopter operational risks and the FAA's strategies for improving safety in rotorcraft operations.
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2026-05-10
The FAA Daily Air Traffic Report for Friday, May 8, 2026 identified potential weather impacts affecting multiple major airports. Thunderstorms in the Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston areas were expected to slow air traffic, while high winds threatened flight delays in Boston and New York, and low clouds impacted San Francisco operations. Travelers were advised to check with their air carriers for specific flight delay information.
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2026-05-10
The FAA held multiple aviation and aerospace conferences from 2013 to 2022, including biennial International Aviation Safety Conferences with the EASA, annual Commercial Space Transportation Conferences, and regional flight standards meetings. Events covered topics ranging from rotorcraft safety and NextGen air traffic management to airport service animal relief areas, with venues primarily located in Washington DC and surrounding areas.
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2026-05-10
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2026-05-10
The webpage documents congressional testimony delivered by former Federal Aviation Administration officials between March 2023 and June 2025. Testimonies from former FAA administrators and other senior officials addressed topics including budget requests, aviation safety, manufacturing oversight, and space transportation matters before various Senate and House committees.
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2026-05-10
Current Federal Aviation Administration officials provided testimonies to Congress between May and December 2025, addressing the state of American aviation, implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, and developments in aviation safety and air traffic control. FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford and deputies Jodi Baker, Franklin Mcintosh, and Wayne Heibeck testified before House and Senate committees during this period.
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2026-05-10
Former Federal Aviation Administration officials delivered speeches throughout 2024 on topics including aviation safety, commercial space transportation, and aerospace training. Former Administrator Michael Whitaker gave the majority of the documented speeches between May and November 2024, while former Deputy Administrator Katie Thomson and other former officials also contributed remarks at industry conferences and university events.
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2026-05-10
The Federal Aviation Administration proposed civil penalties exceeding $870,000 against American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and World Event Promotions for regulatory failures related to drug and alcohol testing compliance and hazardous materials transport. The FAA simultaneously strengthened drone oversight through enforcement actions around facilities like Coors Field and completed safety assessments of counter-drone laser systems. The agency also launched its annual air traffic control hiring initiative to fill controller positions.
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2026-05-10
The page lists FAA fact sheets covering aviation and aerospace topics, arranged by publication date from May 2026 back to August 2025. Subjects addressed include aircraft certification, drone restrictions near critical infrastructure, air traffic control modernization, space operations, and aviation safety regulations.
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2026-05-10
The FAA publishes general statements as public information not covered by official press releases. Recent statements address topics including Blue Origin's mishap investigation, SpaceX's Falcon 9 return to flight, safety measures at San Francisco International Airport, air traffic control system upgrades, and airspace advisories related to international regions and weather events.
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2026-05-10
The Federal Aviation Administration reported aviation incidents from April 27 through May 8, 2026, including commercial flights with passenger disturbances and engine problems that landed safely, and general aviation crashes involving landing gear failures and mechanical issues. A hot air balloon struck power lines and crashed into a building in California during this period. The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating these accidents and incidents.
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2026-05-10
The FAA's current officials speeches page displays no available speeches as of April 25, 2024. Users seeking speeches from former officials are directed to the archive.
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