Articles related to "Federal Aviation Administration"

Air traffic controllers ensure the safety of approximately 87,000 flights each day in the United States. That's about 64 million takeoffs and landings annually.

Open space, needed for safety around airports, is attractive to birds and other wildlife. FAA and USFWS seek ways to reduce the danger without significant habitat loss.

Multitasking may be contributing to your stress and feeling of being overwhelmed.

British economist Dr. Patrick Collins has been making the case for wider space travel for years. Almost anybody could go into space, and now you can book a ticket.

Before checking in for your next flight, check out the airline to make sure it's not on the blacklist of operators who should not be flying the skies

A 51-year-old pilot is the latest member of a commercial flight crew to be criminally charged after his blood-alcohol level was found to exceed permissible amounts.

Flight attendants are paid to ensure the comfort and safety of passengers. They must be certified by the Federal Aviation Administration before they can fly.

Microsleep is said to be the cause for 15 to 20 percent of accidents that occur in the aviation industry. Cardiac Rhythm Disruption accounts largely for microsleep.

In addition to studying bird migration and habitat use, radar detectors help reduce incidents of bird aircraft strikes and determine where to safely place wind turbines.

Loran-C is slated to be upgraded with modern technology to serve as an effective backup to GPS satellite navigation.

Ever wanted to know what were the best jobs and exactly how much people were paid? The list of top paying jobs may answer that question.

A new airship built for US-based company Airship Ventures made its first flight in May 2008, from Friedrichshafen in Germany. It is now to move to the USA.

Officials tell regional worst airline it must do better after 335 flights last winter to the Colorado ski mecca led to outcry from stranded tourists and visitors

Currently, job prospects in the US are slim. Resources to help active duty military personnel, veterans and their families find employment are below.

Make air travel with kids less stressful by booking with child-friendly airlines, checking in early at the airport and ensuring flying safety.

Pets are part of the family. Nowadays, there is no reason why they can't fly on vacation with the rest of the family. Learn the easy way to fly with pets.

Self-inflating life jackets are important safety gear that should always be at hand. Carrying PFDs with CO2 cylinders onboard aircraft can create problems for boaters.

This holiday season about 35 percent of U.S. air travelers will have free access to wireless Internet from now until January 15, according to Google, Inc.

Currently, air traffic controllers have the highest rate of pay based on minimum educational level; however, the job also is one of the most stressful careers.

The tragic midair accident in Arizona between KNXV-TV Channel 15 & KTVK Channel 3's news helicopters will renew calls for stricter regulation on urban helicopter flights.

Meterologists use radar images from NEXRAD and satellite data from GOES, TRMM, GPS and NASA's QuikSCAT blended with computer modeling predictions to make daily forecasts.

This article covers methods to avoid airline cancellations and what to do if they happen.

The need for energy alternatives to oil can be compared to the weather: Everyone talks about the subject, but no one seems to do much about it.

Think that a career that offers travel in the job description sounds exciting? Here are some options.

Traveling with a baby can be a confusing experience for new parents. Organization and information is the key to making the flight a good experience for everyone on-board.

Review of online resources available for worldwide current weather conditions from the most simple to widely elaborate weather data, satellite maps and weather warnings.

With action on health care a top legislative priority for the Obama administration, two key figures agree that sweeping reforms are necessary while differing elsewhere.

According to bioacoustician Bernie Krause, PhD, human-generated noise is interfering with vital animal communications.

Only have a high school education? Want to find a career that pays well? Here are ten to consider.