WASHINGTON – Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Randy Babbitt has announced the appointment of Roderick D. Hall as the new FAA assistant administrator for government affairs. “I am pleased to announce the appointment of Roderick D. Hall, as the new Assistant Administrator for Government and Industry Affairs,” said Babbitt. “We’re very fortunate to get someone […]
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EAA’S GATHERING OF EAGLES STRENGTHENS ‘ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING’
Actors Harrison Ford and Cliff Robertson were among aviation enthusiasts and industry leaders who helped make the Experimental Aircraft Association’s Gathering of Eagles fundraiser July 30 a great success. The event’s proceeds of $1.9 million will benefit EAA’s inspirational and educational programs that introduce young people to aviation, emphasize math and science, and strengthen the […]
FAA and NATCA Reach Landmark Labor Agreement
WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and its largest union, the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA), have concluded a challenging mediation process that has produced a landmark labor agreement. After years of strained relations, the joint decision to engage in mediation was an important first step, and today’s proposed agreement represents a milestone […]
FAA Airspace Group Will Recommend Safety Improvements in New York
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Aviation Administration today convened a New York Airspace Working Group that will review current operating procedures over the Hudson and East Rivers and recommend safety improvements in two weeks to FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt. FAA air traffic and safety experts will review and analyze a variety of proposals to change […]
MOPAH AIRPORT (WAKK)), MERAUKE – PAPUA, INDONESIA ORDERS BELFORT RUNWAY VISUAL RANGE (RVR) SYSTEM
Baltimore, MD –12-Aug-09. The Mopah Airport (WAKK) located in Merauke – Papua, Indonesia has placed their order for a two position, forward scatter Runway Visual Range (RVR) system. PT Globalindo Buana of Jakarta acted as the Prime Contractor for the project and will installed the Belfort Runway Visual Range (RVR) system on the airport. […]
Seaplanes and Extreme Parachutists Swoop from Sky to Sea as Fantasy of Flight Celebrates First-of-its-Kind Event, “The Last Big Splash” Sept. 26-27
POLK CITY, Fla. (August 11, 2009) – For the first time ever in Central Florida, seaplanes and extreme skydiving will come together in one action-packed event called "The Last Big Splash" at Fantasy of Flight. "The Last Big Splash" is the last seaplane fly-in and competition to be held this year at Fantasy of Flight […]
Los Angeles International Airport Using Sensis ASDE-X
EAST SYRACUSE, NY – August 10, 2009 – Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is now operating with Sensis Airport Surface Detection Equipment, Model X (ASDE-X), a runway incursion detection and alerting system. Seventeen airports are operational with ASDE-X of the 35 airports to receive the technology through the FAA’s ASDE-X program. ASDE-X combines surface […]
John F. Kennedy International Airport Now Operating With Sensis ASDE-X
EAST SYRACUSE, NY – August 10, 2009 – Sensis Airport Surface Detection Equipment, Model X (ASDE-X), a runway incursion detection and alerting system, is now operational at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Seventeen of the 35 airports to receive the technology through the FAA’s ASDE-X program are now operational. ASDE-X provides air traffic controllers […]
FAA Managers McClardy and Reid Honored with the 2009 ACC Agency Best Practices Award
Washington, DC – The Airport Consultants Council (ACC) presented its prestigious 2009 Agency Best Practices Award to Mark McClardy and LaVerne Reid of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This Award, which recognizes excellence in individuals, teams and organizations working closely with the airport consultant community, was presented at the ACC/FAA/TSA Summer Workshop Series Awards Luncheon […]
FAA Mandates Timely Activation of Ice Protection Systems for New Designs
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today changed its certification standards for transport category airplanes to require either the automatic activation of ice protection systems or a method to tell pilots when they should be activated. The new rule requires an effective way to ensure the ice protection system […]
