FAA launches investigation into US airlines over flight cuts ordered during the shutdown
Read full article: FAA launches investigation into US airlines over flight cuts ordered during the shutdownThe Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into whether U.S. airlines complied with an emergency order to cut flights at 40 major airports during the recent government shutdown.
Nearly 2M travelers expected at Orlando International Airport for Thanksgiving holiday period
Read full article: Nearly 2M travelers expected at Orlando International Airport for Thanksgiving holiday periodWith airlines cleared to resume normal operations following the FAA’s decision to lift its flight-reduction mandate because of the government shutdown, Orlando International Airport is preparing for a slight increase this Thanksgiving travel season.
Flight reductions intensify at Orlando International Airport. Here are the numbers
Read full article: Flight reductions intensify at Orlando International Airport. Here are the numbersDespite efforts on Capitol Hill to reopen the federal government, stress on airports nationwide continues to mount. On Tuesday, flight reductions increased to 6%, with projections of reaching 10% on Friday if the shutdown persists. That’s up from 4% last week.
Flight delays, cancellations mount at Orlando International Airport as FAA mandates flight cuts
Read full article: Flight delays, cancellations mount at Orlando International Airport as FAA mandates flight cutsAs lawmakers in Washington continue negotiating an end to the ongoing government shutdown, flight disruptions across the country — including at Orlando International Airport — are intensifying.
‘Gonna start losing sleep:’ Central Florida tourists worry flight restrictions could impact going home
Read full article: ‘Gonna start losing sleep:’ Central Florida tourists worry flight restrictions could impact going homeFrom the airports to the seaports, a lot of Central Florida vacationers going on cruise at Port Canaveral get to the coast through Orlando International Airport, but some of those passengers are now worrying over whether they’ll return home on time.
‘Restrictions on space launches:’ Fewer flights at airports to impact spaceflight, too, FAA says
Read full article: ‘Restrictions on space launches:’ Fewer flights at airports to impact spaceflight, too, FAA saysWith the government shutdown extending into a second month, there are some new concerns about how the space industry could be impacted.
Are FAA staffing shortages impacting Orlando International Airport during government shutdown?
Read full article: Are FAA staffing shortages impacting Orlando International Airport during government shutdown?As the federal government shutdown stretches into its second week, the Federal Aviation Administration is reporting staffing shortages at air traffic control towers across the country.
Departure delays at Orlando International Airport amid ‘FAA equipment issue’
Read full article: Departure delays at Orlando International Airport amid ‘FAA equipment issue’A ground stop was called at Orlando International Airport due to an equipment outage, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
‘Keep it in Texas:’ Locals worry about environment, public safety at Starship meeting
Read full article: ‘Keep it in Texas:’ Locals worry about environment, public safety at Starship meetingAs SpaceX celebrated its tenth test launch Starship launches 10th flight test of its giant rocket expected to land astronauts on the moon, not everyone is just as excited about Starship’s future.
Public to weigh in this week on closing beach for Starship launches at Kennedy Space Center
Read full article: Public to weigh in this week on closing beach for Starship launches at Kennedy Space CenterAs the FAA proposes to close the beach when the rocket powerful enough to carry humans to the moon and Mars is ready to launch from Florida, a series of public meetings is getting underway this week, which are expected to be attended by some opposed to the idea.
Worries over military chopper routes, FAA staffing levels emerge as factors in midair crash inquiry
Read full article: Worries over military chopper routes, FAA staffing levels emerge as factors in midair crash inquiryLong-standing concerns about military helicopters flying in crowded airspace and worries over short staffing among federal aviation workers have emerged as key factors in investigators’ inquiry into the fatal midair crash between an Army helicopter and a commercial airliner earlier this year.
Still no dice as FAA investigates origin of ice chunk that punched hole in Florida roof
Read full article: Still no dice as FAA investigates origin of ice chunk that punched hole in Florida roofThe Federal Aviation Administration appears no closer to discovering the origin of an ice chunk that pierced the roof of a Palm Coast home.
Trump targets FAA diversity efforts in plane crash probe despite no evidence they played any role
Read full article: Trump targets FAA diversity efforts in plane crash probe despite no evidence they played any rolePresident Donald Trump's remarks this week blaming diversity recruitment at the FAA as a potential reason for the plane crash that killed 67 people has drawn attention to the agency’s attempts to address its most pressing and long-standing staffing problem.
Head of the Federal Aviation Administration to resign, allowing Trump to pick his successor
Read full article: Head of the Federal Aviation Administration to resign, allowing Trump to pick his successorThe head of the Federal Aviation Administration says he will step down next month to let President-elect Donald Trump name his choice to lead the agency.
Embry–Riddle, FAA partner for program to help tackle air traffic controller shortage
Read full article: Embry–Riddle, FAA partner for program to help tackle air traffic controller shortageThe Federal Aviation Administration announced that has signed an agreement with Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University to offer a program aimed at reducing the nationwide air traffic controller shortage.
FAA grounds SpaceX after rocket booster fails to land properly
Read full article: FAA grounds SpaceX after rocket booster fails to land properlyThe Federal Aviation Administration is requiring an investigation into what went wrong with the landing of a SpaceX rocket booster that launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station early Wednesday.
FAA has doubled its enforcement cases against Boeing since a door plug blew off a 737 Max
Read full article: FAA has doubled its enforcement cases against Boeing since a door plug blew off a 737 MaxFederal Aviation Administration officials say the agency has doubled its number of enforcement cases against Boeing since a door plug blew off a 737 Max in midflight.
Grounded Falcon 9 means Space Coast tourists get no rocket launches for time being
Read full article: Grounded Falcon 9 means Space Coast tourists get no rocket launches for time beingAs SpaceX waits on the feds to allow rocket launches again here, locals and visitors are without the signature perk of being on the Space Coast.
SpaceX asks FAA to resume Falcon 9 flights after anomaly during California launch
Read full article: SpaceX asks FAA to resume Falcon 9 flights after anomaly during California launchSpaceX has asked the Federal Aviation Administration to resume flights of its Falcon 9 rocket just days after a Starlink mission from California suffered a malfunction, prompting the agency to ground the reusable launch vehicles.
Orlando-bound flight has close call with jet starting takeoff at Reagan National Airport
Read full article: Orlando-bound flight has close call with jet starting takeoff at Reagan National AirportAn Orlando-bound flight completed its trip Thursday from Virginia’s Ronald Reagan National Airport after avoiding a collision on the runway with a jet that was starting its takeoff, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
Impacts in Orlando after FAA orders some Boeing planes grounded for inspection
Read full article: Impacts in Orlando after FAA orders some Boeing planes grounded for inspectionNews 6 continues checking with airport officials to learn more about the local impact after the FAA's order to ground some Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft.
Blue Origin plans ‘to fly soon’ after FAA closes investigation into 2022 launch failure
Read full article: Blue Origin plans ‘to fly soon’ after FAA closes investigation into 2022 launch failureOne year after a rocket launch failure, Blue Origin is a big step closer to returning tourists to the edge of space.
Here’s how to become an air traffic controller, help meet demand for shortage
Read full article: Here’s how to become an air traffic controller, help meet demand for shortageThe average annual salary for a controller in 2021 was $129,750, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and controllers also get to have top-notch benefits working for the government.
FAA to require secondary barriers on flight decks of new commercial airplanes
Read full article: FAA to require secondary barriers on flight decks of new commercial airplanesThe Federal Aviation Administration will require new commercial airplanes to be manufactured with a secondary barrier on the flight deck.
Rocket launches disrupting airline travel routes. Here’s what the FAA is doing about it
Read full article: Rocket launches disrupting airline travel routes. Here’s what the FAA is doing about itA sharp increase in rocket launches is disrupting commercial air travel, according to the Federal Aviation Administration, and the agency is looking to minimize those disruptions.
FAA cites NOTAM system outage for nationwide flight pause. Here’s what that means
Read full article: FAA cites NOTAM system outage for nationwide flight pause. Here’s what that meansThe Federal Aviation Administration ordered all domestic flights to pause operations following an outage of its Notice to Air Missions system.
‘One bad apple:’ Parachutists want results after pilot flies near Lake County homes
Read full article: ‘One bad apple:’ Parachutists want results after pilot flies near Lake County homesMembers of the paramotor aviation community are speaking out to educate and inform people after a pilot was seen causing concerns for residents in Clermont.
FAA, NTSB investigate plane flipping in severe weather at Orlando airport, killing 1
Read full article: FAA, NTSB investigate plane flipping in severe weather at Orlando airport, killing 1As the FAA and National Transportation Safety Board investigate a twin-engine plane that flipped over during a severe storm at the Orlando Executive Airport Thursday, News 6 is learning new information about who uses the aircraft.
Delta planning flight cuts this summer that will affect US, Latin America
Read full article: Delta planning flight cuts this summer that will affect US, Latin AmericaThe summer travel demand is high and Delta Air Lines says it’s preparing for the challenges that come with that by cutting flights back.
Here’s why airlines are sounding the alarm over 5G service
Read full article: Here’s why airlines are sounding the alarm over 5G serviceThe airline industry is raising the stakes in a showdown with AT&T and Verizon over plans to launch new 5G wireless service this week, warning that thousands of flights could be grounded or delayed if the rollout takes place near major airports.
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Sanford plane makes emergency landing on I-75, no injuries reported, deputies say
Read full article: Sanford plane makes emergency landing on I-75, no injuries reported, deputies sayCOLLIER COUNTY, Fla. A small plane carrying two people made an emergency landing on a busy Collier County interstate Friday much to the surprise of drivers on the road. According to the Collier County Sheriffs Office, a small, single-engine, two-seat Cessna plane made an emergency landing on southbound Interstate 75 around 10 a.m. The plane was coming from Sanford and was making its final approach to Naples Municipal Airport when it began experiencing engine failure, deputies said. Neither the pilot, nor the passenger was injured in the crash, and the Federal Aviation Administration was called in to investigate the emergency landing, as is standard procedure. Deputies said the incident caused the southbound entry ramp to be shut down, but I-75 remained open to traffic.
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