Register

FAA Announces Air Transportation Center of Excellence

The FAA's Air Transportation Center of Excellence will conduct training research and development for air traffic controllers, among other aviation-related fields. Mark Brouwer/Creative Commons
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • The FAA has selected teams from the University of Oklahoma and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University to lead a new Air Transportation Center of Excellence (COE TTHP).
  • This COE will conduct research and development focused on technical training and human performance for various aviation professionals, including air traffic controllers, pilots, and technicians.
  • The center will also work on advancements in airspace and airport planning and design, operating as a long-term, cost-sharing partnership between academia, industry, and government.
See a mistake? Contact us.

The FAA has selected teams from the University of Oklahoma and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) to lead the new Air Transportation Center of Excellence focused on Technical Training and Human Performance (COE TTHP). The COE will conduct technical training research and development for air traffic controllers, aviation safety inspectors, engineers, pilots and technicians, as well as advancements in airspace and airport planning and design.

Rob Mark

Rob Mark is an award-winning journalist, business jet pilot, flight instructor, and blogger.

Ready to Sell Your Aircraft?

List your airplane on AircraftForSale.com and reach qualified buyers.

List Your Aircraft
AircraftForSale Logo | FLYING Logo
Pilot in aircraft
Sign-up for newsletters & special offers!

Get the latest stories & special offers delivered directly to your inbox.

SUBSCRIBE