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CNN goes inside the academy preparing air traffic controllers to manage the high-stress and high-stakes skies
The academy “is the introduction into air traffic,” said Chris Wilbanks, FAA vice president for mission support. “This really ...
Calif. airport to spend $22.8M on noise mitigation for 400 residences
Eighteen California airports are set to receive federal funding from the grant, including San Diego International Airport, ...
Temporary Flight Restrictions issued in Hill Country area as search for flood victims continues
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Thursday issued two new Temporary Flight Restrictions, or TFRs, in the Hill ...
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Senate approves Bryan Bedford to lead FAA despite pilot training rule criticism
The US Senate has confirmed Bryan Bedford as FAA chief, placing the former Republic Airlines CEO in charge of overseeing US ...
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Bedford Confirmed as New FAA Administrator
Former Republic Airways CEO Bryan Bedford has been confirmed as the new administrator of the FAA. The U.S. Senate confirmed ...
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Senate confirms new FAA administrator at a time of rising concern about air safety
The U.S. Senate has confirmed a new leader at the Federal Aviation Administration. Lawmakers on Wednesday confirmed Bryan Bedford as FAA administrator in a 53-43 vote. The vote puts Bedford in charge ...