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The FAA Is Taking Action In Response To Air Traffic Safety Scares By Increasing Rest Requirements

Ten hours will be the new requirement, implemented in the next 90 days.

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Increase In Air Traffic Due To Solar Eclipse Causes Ground Stops At Some Airports In The US

The sheer volume of aircraft trying to catch a glimpse of the solar eclipse caused disruption at several airports across the country.

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FAA Is Investigating A Southwest Airlines LGA Air Traffic Control Close Call

Reports suggest the aircraft would have hit the control tower.

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The FAA Has Issued An Advisory Ahead Of The Total Solar Eclipse On April 8

Many people are expected to travel to areas that fall on the eclipse path.

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United Airlines Stock Declines After Recent FAA Crackdown

The drop in share price comes after the FAA announced that it would increase its oversight over the carrier.

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United Airlines To Face Increased Scrutiny From The FAA After Recent Events

After several incidents, US regulators are looking closely.

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A Big Step Forward: GetJet Airlines Latvia Secures FAA Approval To Operate US Flights

The approval to operate to the United States will aid the airline's expansion plans.

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FAA: Boeing Must Not Increase 737 MAX Production Rate Until Quality Issues Are Fixed

The FAA was adamant that Boeing would not produce more 737 MAX per month until it addressed the quality issues surrounding the 737 MAX program.

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United Airlines Plans Safety Training After Latest Boeing 737-800 Incident

The airline's CEO directly addressed the string of incidents, including several involving Boeing aircraft.

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Boeing 737 MAX 7 And 10 Delayed Further Over Pending Engine Fix

Certification for the two variants will not likely occur until at least 2025.

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EASA Will Stop Indirect Boeing 737 MAX Production Approval If Needed

If such a decision were to be made, it could lead to significant consequences on both sides of the Atlantic.

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Oops: Pilot Finds Delta Air Lines Boeing 737 Safety Cards On A 757

The airline has been accused of similar mix-ups in the past.

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FAA To Grant 32 Schools $13.5 Million To Develop Future Pilots & Technicians

The US Federal Aviation Administration is providing financial aid to help recruit & train future mechanics and pilots.

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FAA To Let New ATC Skip Academy In Bid To Boost Staff Members

The ongoing ATC staff shortages could potentially worsen aviation safety.

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Former Boeing Senior Manager Walks Off Alaska Airlines Flight After Realizing It Was On A 737 MAX 9

The ex-manager is now the executive director at an organization dedicated to informing the public about aviation safety issues.

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US House Votes For Extension Of FAA Reauthorization

This would allow continued grants and funding for airport redevelopment.

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