Is a Medical Certificate Required for a Private Pilot Check Ride?
Here are the details on the use of BasicMed and its criteria, according to the FAA.
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FAA Creates No-Fly Zone Following Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse
Aircraft and drones are restricted from flying within 5 nm of the site of the collision in Baltimore as rescue helicopters search for victims.
FAA Issues Domestic Notice on Eclipse’s Impact on Operations
The FAA has released a list of 458 airports in the pathway of the 2024 total solar eclipse.
FAA Ramps Up Scrutiny of United Airlines
The agency’s increased oversight of the legacy carrier follows numerous recent safety events.
Boeing CEO to Step Down, President to Retire
The leadership shake-up is the latest for the aircraft manufacturer in the wake of an incident where a door plug dislodged from a Boeing 737 Max 9 midflight.
Insights: Number of Female U.S. Pilots at All-Time High
The number of female airline transport pilots (ATPs) in the U.S. exceeded 5 percent in 2023, setting a new record.
FBI Contacts Passengers Aboard Door Plug Blowout Flight
Several travelers on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 have received letters indicating they may be possible crime victims.
Wing Partners with DoorDash for Wendy’s Drone Delivery in Virginia
The partners will begin flying out of a single Wendy’s location in Christiansburg, Virginia, with plans to expand the service to other U.S. cities later this year.
‘Changes…Need to Happen,’ Boeing Official Says
In the wake of incidents related to aircraft safety, the manufacturer now focusing on reducing use of ‘traveled work.’
FAA Boosts Infrastructure Funding at 71 U.S. Airports
The agency is awarding $110 million in grants for projects aimed at improving safety and capacity. Is your airport on the list?
