Ready to take your career to new heights? Applications open October 11 for our entry-level technician positions! #JoinTheTeam that supports the technical backbone of our nation’s airspace safety system and visit www.faa.gov/go/techops to learn how to apply.
Federal Aviation Administration
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Washington, DC 568,688 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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Primary
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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As part of the FAA’s ongoing mental health efforts, we’ve added three more acceptable medications and delegated more decision-making authority to the aviation medical examiner. Learn more about these updates at https://bit.ly/47RO9vx.
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Get inspired by the incredible bond between father and son, Tom and Erik Lake! This dynamic duo took their connection from home to the skies, logging almost 500 hours while safely flying together at the same airline. Their experiences, often documented on social media, created a captivating narrative of a real and rare family legacy on the flight deck. Tune in: https://bit.ly/3Y7f2bt.
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Today the FAA announced Tulsa Community College and University of Oklahoma are the first two schools to participate in the Enhanced Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) Program. Students who graduate from the program will be able to immediately train at ATC facilities. https://bit.ly/4eLKsd3 #ATC
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GA Pilots in NC: Read this important message from NCDOT Division of Aviation before you plan an air drop and always check FAA NOTAMs at https://bit.ly/2NNkeOf. #HeleneNC
We appreciate all the support being provided to North Carolina’s impacted communities. Airports have become a vital lifeline during this time, but we’re seeing a lot of questions about air drops. Check out the recommendations for how to best help! #HeleneNC
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What’s next for commercial space safety and exploration? Join us and Commercial Spaceflight Federation at the 27th Annual Commercial Space Conference on February 12 in Washington, DC to hear industry leaders discuss the future of space! Register today: https://bit.ly/3BtfhVB. #FAASpace
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Happy International Podcast Day! 🎙️ We just launched a new season of 'The Air Up There,' featuring amazing guests including Emily Calandrelli. Listen to discover fascinating aviation careers, hear inspiring stories from professionals in the field, and learn how the FAA keeps our skies safe. 🎧 at https://lnkd.in/grSzmDrB. . . Habitat For Aviation
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Hey pilots! The From the Flight Deck (FTFD) video series offers a front-seat view at airports nationwide, enhancing situational awareness and reducing mishaps. Tune in to boost your situational awareness and enhance surface safety. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3TAkQYA.
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Pilots: Heeding instructions from air traffic control is critical to keeping you and other pilots safe. Learn how you can prevent departing when instructed to “line up and wait.” https://bit.ly/4ejk76s
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We hired more than 1,800 controllers in 2024, but we’re not resting on success. Our next ATC entry-level hiring window opens on October 11! Do you have what it takes to keep our nation's airspace safe? Learn if you qualify for the job at https://bit.ly/3TFAnGx. #BeATC