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LIFTOff Louisiana will test emerging aircraft alongside established helicopter and fixed-wing operations.

The NTSB says communication issues had already prompted a meeting and an attempted workaround.

The two controllers reportedly left about an hour early before the fatal March runway collision.

A new Maryland plant will manufacture digital voice switches for the FAA’s nationwide air traffic control modernization effort.

Pilot advocacy group is seeking changes to monitoring, medical reviews and the path to unrestricted certification.

DOT has been directed to establish critical launch corridors, but what “priority” will mean for other airspace users has yet to be determined.

The latest Airport Improvement Program round includes 238 grants across 42 states and two territories.

Notice covers 3D printed cup holders, yoke grips and other accessories sold for type-certificated aircraft.

Officials are reportedly considering reducing Peraton’s role eight months after the company received a $1.5 billion integration contract.

Administrator opposes Cleveland’s plan as Ohio senators back the standard FAA review process.