Amelia Walsh

More than three out of four critical air traffic control facilities are staffed below the agency’s threshold, according to the DOT inspector general.

Lawmakers have debated the issue for months as some believe a raise to from 65 to 67 would alleviate the current pilot shortage.

Key components of the legislation include workforce development, airport infrastructure upgrades, technology modernization, and aviation safety.

The nearly 800-page piece of legislation calls for $100 billion in funding for the agency and airports through 2028.

She will replace Billy Nolen, who plans to join eVTOL startup Archer Aviation in the coming weeks.

The $25.5 million facility will be the electric air taxi startup’s headquarters for research and development work.

The business aviation organization is urging changes to Part 135 rest and duty requirements ahead of FAA reauthorization.

Current acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen could depart from the agency as early as this week.

The slump comes as charter operators face a ‘challenging environment,’ the data tracking company said.

Colorado lawmakers are advocating for their state’s suitability as the location for permanent headquarters.