FAA wants AD for ACSS TCAS
AIN: FAA Proposes AD for ACSS TcasThe FAA has issued a proposed Airworthiness Directive on Aviation Communication & Surveillance Systems (ACSS) Tcas units, which will require operators to upgrade their….
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FAA: SOME TCAS UNITS MISS TRAFFIC
AVWEB: The traffic alert and collision avoidance systems used in thousands of aircraft need to be upgraded, the FAA said this week, to prevent them from missing targets in high-density areas…..
Panel wants money for new ATC systems
AOPA: A federal panel has suggested that the government invest in equipping airplane cockpits for the next generation of air traffic control systems. The Future of Aviation Advisory Committee also….
MICA to lead House Transportation Committee
AOPA: Rep. Mica prepares to lead House’s largest committeeU.S. Rep. John Mica, R-Fla., will take the reins of the House Transportation Committee in January. The committee is the largest in….
Report: Automation Erodes Piloting Skills
AVWEB: REPORT: AUTOMATION ERODES PILOT SKILLSReliance on automated systems may be eroding the flying skills of pilots, contributing to about 60 percent of the accidents reviewed by an FAA research….
AEA: FAA to Restrict A & P Recognition
SUMMARY: The FAA has issued a policy which is intended to clarify the definition of ”Actively Engaged” for purposes of issuing and renewing the A & P Inspector Authorization.[Federal Register] ….
AOPA: What is benefit of new ADS-B rule?
AOPA questions benefit of new ADS-B ruleA new FAA rule requiring the use of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast equipment has raised concern among aviation groups. The regulation calls for operators to….
FAA Pumps $4 Billion (with a B) into NextGen
AOPA: FAA awards more than $4 Billion in NextGen contracts: The FAA announced one of its largest-ever contract awards, up to $4.4 billion for early-stage implementation of the NextGen air traffic….
FAA ADS-B Out requirement puts financial bind on Aircraft Owners
AOPA: The FAA on May 27 published its final rule mandating what owners will be required to have on board their aircraft in order to operate in the new satellite-based….
FAA Boss says bulk of NextGen benefits begin in 2016
DALLAS MORNING STAR: FAA chief says air traffic upgrades are on their wayFAA Administration Randy Babbitt was interviewed about the progress of NextGen technology and it’s ramifications for airlines and….