FAA and Regs

The Department of Transportation announced a major overhaul of the nation’s air traffic control system, aiming to modernize aging infrastructure, enhance safety and reduce delays.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says it will “radically transform” the system.

Most flights in and out of Newark Liberty Airport were delayed or canceled on Sunday.

Black Hawk activity prompts go-arounds; politicians want more restrictions at DCA.

The U.S. Department of Transportation unleashed new incentives to strengthen the air traffic controller workforce.

The FAA is proposing updates to its Airport Improvement Program grant assurances, including a new requirement that federally funded airports continue offering 100LL fuel.

The FAA has dropped plans to deny incomplete medical applications and will work with aviation groups to streamline the certification process.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says the move would help alleviate staffing shortages and potential safety risks.

Radio calls to FSS have dropped by 99% in the past 20 years.

Comm radio could switch frequencies without pilot input.