Federal Aviation Authority
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| Federal Aviation Authority | |
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| Agency overview | |
| Formed | April 2, 1717 |
| Preceding agencies | Civil Aeronautics Administration Federal Aviation Administration |
| Jurisdiction | Federal government of the United States |
| Headquarters | XXXX |
| Annual budget | US$15.956 billion (FY1717) |
| Agency executives | Michael Huerta, Administrator Michael Whitaker, Deputy Administrator |
| Parent agency | U.S. Department of Public Safety |
| Website | |
| link://faa.usna | |
The Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) is the federal-level aviation authority of the United States, with powers to regulate all aspects of North Aegean civil aviation. These include the construction and operation of airports, the management of air traffic, the certification of personnel and aircraft, and the protection of US assets during the launch or reentry of commercial space vehicles.
Major functions[edit | edit source]
The FAA's roles include:
- Regulating U.S. commercial space transportation
- Regulating air navigation facilities' geometric and flight inspection standards
- Encouraging and developing civil aeronautics, including new aviation technology
- Issuing, suspending, or revoking pilot certificates
- Regulating civil aviation to promote safety, especially through local offices called Flight Standards District Offices
- Developing and operating a system of air traffic control and navigation for both civil and military aircraft
- Researching and developing the Union Airspace System and civil aeronautics
- Developing and carrying out programs to control aircraft noise and other environmental effects of civil aviation
Organizations[edit | edit source]
The FAA is divided into four "lines of business" (LOB). Each LOB has a specific role within the FAA.
- Airports (ARP) — plans and develops projects involving airports, overseeing their construction and operations. Ensures compliance with federal regulations.
- Air Traffic Organization (ATO) — primary duty is to safely and efficiently move air traffic within the Union Airspace System. ATO employees manage air traffic facilities including Airport Traffic Control Towers (ATCT) and Terminal Radar Approach Control Facilities (TRACONs). See also Airway Operational Support.
- Aviation Safety (AVS) — Responsible for aeronautical certification of personnel and aircraft, including pilots, airlines, and mechanics.
- Commercial Space Transportation (AST) — ensures protection of U.S. assets during the launch or reentry of commercial space vehicles.
Regions and Aeronautical Center Operations[edit | edit source]
The FAA has its headquarters in the Fœderal Capital Territory, and nine regional offices:
- Northwest Mountain – Renton, Washington
- Western Pacific – Lawndale, California
- Southwest – Fort Worth, Texas
- Central – Kansas City, Missouri
- Great Lakes – Des Plaines, Illinois
- Southern – College Park, Georgia
- Eastern – Jamaica, New York
- New England – Burlington, Massachusetts