Anti-Drone Laser Linked to Surprise El Paso Shutdown
Border agents reportedly used the weapon to target suspected foreign UAVs.
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Transportation Secretary: El Paso Airspace Closed Due to ‘Cartel Drone’
Elected officials are pushing back on the FAA amid confusion and competing explanations.
FAA Reverses Itself, Lifts El Paso Airspace Closure
Transportation secretary cites “cartel drone incursion” in the area.
NTSB Blames ‘Systemic Failures’ For Deadly D.C. Collision
The agency will issue a final report on the accident in the coming weeks.
Memo: FAA Denied Request to Reduce Arrivals Before Fatal Potomac Collision
Air traffic controllers who raised concerns about Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport were allegedly told the matter was ‘too political’ to address.
FAA Orders Fix After Pratt Engine Fires
The airworthiness directive applies to around 586 PW1100Gs on U.S.-registered aircraft.
FAA Investigating Airline Compliance With Flight Reduction Order
Carriers who violated the directive could face fines of up to $75,000 per flight.
FAA Predicts Busiest Thanksgiving Week in 15 Years
The holiday travel period will peak Tuesday with over 52,000 flights, the agency said.
Airlines Cancel Flights to Venezuela
The FAA on Friday warned civilian operators about the “worsening security situation” in the country.
FAA Ends Mandatory Flight Cuts
Despite concerns, airlines say they are ready for the Thanksgiving rush.
