Phil Washington Withdraws Nomination for FAA Administrator
Washington had not received a committee hearing for eight months as several lawmakers raised concerns about his aviation experience.
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Congress Urged To Boost Funding of Aerospace Education
The Senate Commerce Committee met with stakeholders to discuss aviation workforce challenges ahead of FAA Reauthorization.
Bipartisan Bill Aims To Help Military Veterans Get Their Wings
The legislation would allocate flight training grants to establish a pathway for veterans to become commercial airline pilots.
Transition Away From Leaded AvGas on Track, GA Stakeholders Tell Congress
Staffing shortages affecting the FAA have caused backlogs in several areas.
FAA Safety, Aircraft Certification Focus of Senate Hearing
FAA acting administrator Billy Nolen told lawmakers that the agency continues to review new versions of the Boeing 737 Max .
Senate Grills FAA Nominee in Confirmation Hearing
Washington’s March 1 hearing comes nearly eight months after his nomination by the Biden administration.
U.S. House Passes Bill to Improve NOTAM System
The NOTAM Improvement Act of 2023 calls for a task force appointed by the FAA Administrator to review and reform the current system.
Congress Gives Boeing Clearance for 737 Max Certification
The 737 MAX 7 and 10 have been approved to proceed towards entry and return into service.
Aviation Industry Groups, NATA and NBAA, Welcome SAF Tax Credit
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) and the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) have both offered their support for the latest U.S. Senate bill that benefits their respective members through tax provisions for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production.
U.S. House OKs $100M To Train Ukrainian Pilots
Sweeping $840 billion defense bill includes purchase of more than five dozen new F-35 fighters.
