📢 ALERT for Washington, DC area GA pilots and travelers: Please check www.fly.faa.gov for possible flight impacts at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM ET tomorrow, May 11 during AOPA’s flyover of GA aircraft over DC's National Mall. #AviationHistory #flywithaopa
Federal Aviation Administration
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Washington, DC 548,573 followers
Our continuing mission is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world.
About us
The FAA is on the leading edge of a new frontier in commercial space transportation, building the next generation (NextGen) of satellite-based navigation systems, and fostering the safe integration of unmanned aerial systems into our airspace. We can only dream of what the next 50 years of American ingenuity will look like, but FAA employees will be working to ensure that the United States continues to lead the world in aerospace safety, innovation and advancements that continue to push the limits of science and technology. The FAA is an operating administration within the Department of Transportation (DOT) and a proud partner in the DOT mission to serve the United States by ensuring a fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation system that meets our vital national interests and enhances the quality of life of the American people, today and into the future. Specifically, the FAA mission is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world.
- Website
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http://www.faa.gov/
External link for Federal Aviation Administration
- Industry
- Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1958
- Specialties
- Move to the next level of safety, Create our workplace of the future, Deliver aviation access through innovation, Sustain our future, and Advance global collaboration
Locations
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800 Independence Ave., SW
Washington, DC 20591, US
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800 Independence Ave Sw
Washington, DC 20024, US
Employees at Federal Aviation Administration
Updates
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The FAA is hiring experienced air traffic controllers. Are you a military, contract, or former certified FAA air traffic controller? If so, go to https://bit.ly/3LbeOYL for more information on how to apply! #NowHiring #FAAJobs
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We’ve had it with these overheating vapes! Pack your vape safely when traveling by air. Electronic smoking devices should be turned off and carried on, never checked. Do not use or charge them on the aircraft. Learn more at www.faa.gov/packsafe. #VapesOnAPlane #PackSafe
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Hey students! Looking for a fun activity during summer break? Register for the FAA’s Airport Design Challenge to learn how to design an airport in the video game Minecraft. Go to www.faa.gov/adc to start building! #FAASTEM #Minecraft
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Does a future in drones sound cool to you? Hear how Droneversity is providing an introduction to drones, safety culture, coding, and STEM concepts. Prepare for a panoramic view of aerospace careers: https://bit.ly/3y3C7Bi.
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The FAA seeks an innovative leader with experience leading a cross-functional Information Technology (IT) service organization. The Director of Business Partnership Services provides leadership and oversight of all FAA IT components and services and oversees a staff of approximately 80 federal employees. Learn more and apply by June 3 at https://bit.ly/3QtHgsO.
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The Air Up There podcast gives listeners captivating and inspiring stories directly from professionals in the field! Learn more about careers, programs, new concepts and how the FAA keeps our airspace safe. Catch up on Season 6: https://bit.ly/3QrxiIo
Commercial aviation podcasts are a fantastic way to get insider knowledge from industry experts.
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Pilots: Some over-the-counter medications could impact your ability to operate an aircraft safely. This video covers what precautions to take to ensure you fly safe. Check out more videos in our Rotorcraft Collective series: https://bit.ly/RotorYT.
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Pilots: Interested in using your knowledge of flight requirements and standards to have a direct impact on aviation safety? Turn your experience into a federal career as a Flight Oversight Aviation Safety Inspector! Hear from the FAA's Michael Crudden to learn what your day-in-the-life could look like and apply by May 6 at https://bit.ly/3vV0VL4. #FAAJobs