U.S. FAA

CFM has earned FAA approval for its Leap-1B upgrade package, GE Aerospace CEO Larry Culp has confirmed, clearing the way for installations of the new parts during shop visits and on new-production engines.

Boeing again skips Farnborough flying to prioritize 737 MAX and 777-9 certification as both programs near completion.

A coalition of aviation associations, labor groups and manufacturers has asked Congress to approve $20 billion in new funding to complete the Trump administration’s air traffic control system overhaul.

Boeing plans to streamline certification timelines for its next aircraft, building on lessons from the 777-9 program and enhanced FAA collaboration.

Boeing nears 777-9 certification with over 50% of flight tests complete, focusing on ETOPS, pilot training and finalizing production aircraft.

Boeing is on the cusp of gaining certification for the 737-7, the smallest member of the 737 MAX family, with approval for the stretched 737-10 expected to follow shortly after.

FAA expands Swift 100R approvals to 1,200 engines and 1,600 airframes, advancing plans to replace leaded avgas with high-octane unleaded fuel.

Beta begins eIPP demonstrations, South Korea’s hybrid eVTOL plan, DJI first fixed-wing drone and Gulfstream explores SAF and contrails.

U.S. lawmakers have expressed cybersecurity concerns as the competition heats up for the Trump administration’s overhaul of the air traffic control system.

The FAA has closed its mishap investigation into SpaceX’s last Starship-Super Heavy flight test, clearing the company for another attempt to demonstrate its next-generation reusable superheavy lift system as early as July 16.

FAA’s proposed supersonic noise standard could unlock SSBJ market but questions remain about speed limits, economics and environmental impact.

FAA guidance urges operators to ensure CVR data is preserved after incidents, with SMS changes addressing gaps in protocols for in-service fleets.

Manna launches drone delivery operations in Tulsa, Oklahoma, establishing a manufacturing base and expanding its U.S. network with autonomous systems.

An in-depth look at a 1971 US federal law mandating that controllers retire at age 56.

Expansion of wireless services in the upper C-band spectrum will require more resilient radio altimeters.

Multinational companies vying to provide the FAA with a core air traffic management software platform are defending their systems against cyber security concerns.

The FAA has awarded almost $1.8 billion in airport infrastructure grants to U.S. airports across 46 states.

U.S. airlines would see cost reimbursements for altimeter upgrades as part of the FCC plan to auction off additional upper C-band spectrum and permit new wireless services in late 2030.

As AAM aircraft move closer to deployment, regional airports are discovering that infrastructure readiness depends on coordinated systems, operational data, and community alignment.

Aircraft operations and storage near a salt air environment expose components to accelerated corrosion.

Aviation companies should take proactive steps to reduce FAA enforcement actions.

Creating a limited liability company does not isolate liability.

North Dakota’s Vantis network is expanding its beyond-visual-line-of-sight capabilities after Frontier Precision became the system’s second “Champion Operator.”

It is the FAA’s first step in addressing President Trump’s June 2025 executive order directing the agency to reestablish the U.S. lead in high-speed flight.

As JetZero’s blended wing body demonstrator takes shape, the airframer is touting a new milestone for future certification, as it targets a commercial entry into service in the early 2030s.