LAS Raiders’ Part 77 determination will be a slow, iterative process
The Raiders asked the FAA to do an obstruction evaluation where the new stadium will be built. The dialogue between the proponent and the FAA is critical to the process.
Articles by Joe Del Balzo
Netherlands Gyroplane/car reverses the usual Certification-Manufacture Order
By designing and producing these aircraft which have no precedent, PAL-V has reversed the usual order of these tasks. Approval usually precedes manufacture.
Change, Change, Change is coming to Flight Standards, for better
Those who embrace the SMS/compliance/consistency/the new Part 23 will succeed, and most importantly, long term aviation safety will be the ultimate beneficiary.
ATC Reform: As sides are drawn, AIA adds concrete content
The AIA explanation of its position creates a menu of concrete examples of what is needed to make the Reauthorization, if not ATC Reform, WORK.
Fine against United = FAA Enforcement or Compliance; transparency?
The FAA proposed a $435,000 civil penalty against United Airlines, but there is a lack of transparency on whether the FAA will use enforcement or compliance.
Welcome Back to 800 Independence, Mr. Bahrami
The most significant selection during FAA Administrator Michael Huerta’s term was made yesterday when he announced the appointment of Ali Bahrami as FAA Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety.
Florida Institute of Technology & other aviation universities as sources of future aviation professionals
Perhaps a simple, tax deductible approach to solving the projected deficit of future mechanics and pilots would be for airlines, repair stations and aviation manufacturers to sponsor scholarships at F.I.T. and other well regarded aviation education institutions.
What’s up Toulouse? From A380 to Airbus Aerial!!!
Airbus Aerial is a service company offering the range of Toulouse expertise to companies which want an aerial view of their businesses and marketplace.
NTSB celebrates its Past; what does its Future hold?
The NTSB released a video and an interactive timeline which chronicles its accomplishments. The past of the NTSB is exemplary, but the forward look is critical to tomorrow’s successes.
The battle over Jets Landing at LNA
Lantana Airport recently enforced a 44 year old jet ban. If LNA is found to be in violation and the county refuses to rescind it, millions of AIP grants could be at risk.