The Federal Aviation Administration, commonly referred to as the FAA, is an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation which is tasked with overseeing the safety of all non-military aviation in the United States. It is the most powerful government-controlled aviation agency in the world.
Key Dates
- August 23, 1958: The Federal Aviation Act is passed, creating the Federal Aviation Agency
- 1967:
- -The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is created
- -The Federal Aviation Agency is transferred into the DOT
- -Name changes into Federal Aviation Administration
- 1981: Nationwide strike by the air traffic controller's union interrupts, but does not stop air travel
- 1994: Enacts measures to provide air traffic controllers with operational standards and up-to-date equipment
- 1995: Assumes responsibility of commercial space transportation
- 2001: After the 9-11 terrorist attacks, security responsibilities are assumed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Are ereaders allowed on flights?(2 Answers)
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Yes, but per FAA restrictions, all electronic devices are to be turned off if you are below 18,000 ft.
What is the similarity between air traffic controllers and pilots?(2 Answers)
A:
They have FAA regulations or rules.
References
Fast Facts
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Formed
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Also known as
FAA
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Preceding agencies
Federal Aviation Agency
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Parent agency
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Headquarters
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Employees
33,090 (2007)
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Acting administrator
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2007 Budget
$14.5 billion
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Report travel concerns & complaints
1-866-TELL-FAA
