Topic: Robert Sturgell

FAA re-evaluates JFK runway procedures

AP News - 1198 days ago
FAA says near-collisions prompts review of takeoff, landing sequences on perpendicular runwaysThe Federal Aviation Administration is studying whether to again change takeoff and landing procedures at John F. Kennedy International Airport after a second near-collision of aircraft in less than a week ...

FAA head says Chicago could need new airport

AP News - 1240 days ago
FAA head says Chicago could need new airport to keep pace with long-term traffic boomA new Chicago airport or a vast expansion of one of the city's existing airports will be necessary to keep pace with booming demand for air travel ...

FAA: New flight navigational technology is greener

AP News - 1248 days ago
FAA shows off flight navigational technology it says cuts fuel use, greenhouse gas emissionsFederal Aviation Administration officials gathered Friday to promote new flight and navigational technologies that reduce fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions while also decreasing passenger delays.FAA officials at ...

FAA says 4 airlines under investigation

AP Features - 1415 days ago
FAA Says 4 US Airlines Under Investigation, Cites Overdue InspectionsFour U.S. airlines are being investigated for failing to comply with federal aviation regulations.Federal Aviation Administration officials on Wednesday said an audit of airline maintenance records found three of the four ...

Former commercial pilot to head FAA

AP News - 1577 days ago
Bush to Nominate Acting Federal Aviation Administration Chief Sturgell to Be AdministratorA former Topgun Navy fighter pilot who went on to fly commercial jetliners is being nominated to run the Federal Aviation Administration for the next five years.Now acting FAA administrator ...