The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) oversees aviation in the US, with a mission to increase air safety and efficiency. It inspects aircraft, establishes navigation and air traffic control systems, and regulates everything from prohibited items on aircraft to air traffic control systems. FAA inspectors can ground aircraft and fine violators for safety lapses. The Federal […]
The Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) are enforced by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and apply to all aircraft in the US. The regulations cover over 1,300 parts and are grouped into six chapters, including guidelines for NASA and commercial space transportation. Part 25 specifies airworthiness standards for large aircraft, while Parts 71-73 cover airspace rules. […]