The Federal Aviation Administration is an operating mode of the U.S. Department of Transportation.

The FAA was created in August 1958 as the Federal Aviation Agency, replacing the Civil Aeronautics Administration (CAA). In 1967, the FAA became part of the newly formed U.S. …

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) works to ensure that air travel is safe.

2 days ago · 80% of NYC-area air traffic controllers absent amid 'surge' in callouts: FAA Staffing shortages snarled flights at a slew of major airports on Friday.

2 days ago · FAA warns of ‘surge’ in air traffic controllers calling out of work The agency reported “widespread impacts” across the aviation system as the shutdown drags on.

May 2, 2018 · Who is FAA? The Federal Aviation Administrator is the regulator of all the nation’s civil aviation activities, including management of air traffic in U.S. airspace.

Oct 4, 2024 · From pilots and aircraft to airports and spaceports, we provide procedures and tools to help you apply for, receive, and maintain FAA licenses and certificates.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is a subdivision of the US Department of Transportation responsible for regulating and overseeing all aspects of civil aviation in the …

Oct 26, 2025 · Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), agency of the U.S. federal government that is responsible for ensuring the safety and efficiency of civil aviation in the United States and in …

14 hours ago · The ongoing shutdown has left air traffic controllers unpaid, forcing FAA ground stops and major flight delays across the U.S.