Neowin News Feed for: Faa

SpaceX's "Mechazilla" caught the Super Heavy booster mid-air during incredible landing test

Martin Hodás — Sun, 13 Oct 2024 11:40:01 +0000

SpaceX has attempted an unprecedented, crucial maneuver today. It catught the Super Heavy booster at the launch pad for the very first time. Read more...

SpaceX has already fixed weak spot that almost killed Starship, but on a different rocket

Martin Hodás — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 17:16:01 +0000

Even though hot plasma almost destroyed Starship's flap, the rocket nailed yesterday's vertical landing. Elon Musk says SpaceX already has a solution, and it just wasn't present on this ship. Read more...

Starship to fly again in May, SpaceX aims to survive the plasma hell

Martin Hodás — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 07:24:02 +0000

SpaceX hopes to fly the Starship rocket for a fourth time next month, cutting the turnaround time by half. The main milestones are testing the heatshield and ensuring the rocket survives the reentry. Read more...

SpaceX details Starship's feisty mid-flight explosion after FAA closed mishap investigation

Martin Hodás — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 14:44:01 +0000

Elon Musk's SpaceX has finally revealed all the details we wanted to know about Starship's November test flight explosion. Additionally, the company agreed with the FAA on proposed corrective actions. Read more...

FAA starts clearing US planes for landing after reaching truce with telcos about 5G towers

Alap Naik Desai — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 22:36:01 +0000

After telecom companies Verizon and AT&T agreed to delay deployment of 5G towers near airports, the FAA has started to rapidly clear airplanes for landing as the C-band won't hamper altimeters. Read more...

U.S. telcos relent and delay 5G deployment near airports to ease tensions with the FAA

Alap Naik Desai — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 22:20:01 +0000

AT&T and Verizon have agreed to delay switching on some 5G towers near airports to ease the growing tension with the FAA as the agency is adamant the waves negatively impact sensitive equipment. Read more...

FedEx cargo Airbus A321-200 planes could get anti-missile lasers for self-defense if FAA approves

Alap Naik Desai — Sat, 15 Jan 2022 22:46:01 +0000

FedEx had officially requested permission to install a laser-based anti-missile defense system on its cargo planes; the Airbus A321-200. The FAA is seeking confirmation about the protection mechanisms Read more...

FAA: 5G networks could delay, ground, divert airplanes, and endanger lives

Alap Naik Desai — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 01:18:01 +0000

The FAA insists that the frequencies which power 5G networks can mess with sensitive equipment, which may force airlines to delay, ground, divert airplanes, and perhaps even endanger pilots. Read more...

NASA is conducting pioneering research into flying taxis

Paul Hill — Thu, 02 Sep 2021 01:26:01 +0000

NASA is working with Joby Aviation to test an eVTOL aircraft that could one day be used to ferry passengers around towns and cities by air. The testing will go on for several years. Read more...

TWIRL 23: FAA denies Branson and Bezos astronaut title

Paul Hill — Sat, 24 Jul 2021 10:00:01 +0000

The United States Federal Aviation Administration has come up with new rules to deprive Richard Branson and Jeff Bezos of their astronaut titles. They could receive honorary awards though. Read more...

Amazon receives the FAA's approval to trial drone deliveries in the U.S.

Jefferson Mangubat — Mon, 31 Aug 2020 21:06:01 +0000

Amazon is officially an "air carrier" after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration granted the company approval to trial its commercial drone delivery. Amazon didn't say where or when it will start. Read more...

FAA bans MacBook Pros with defective batteries from flights

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Wed, 14 Aug 2019 12:04:01 +0000

The U.S. aviation authority has issued a notice reminding airlines that MacBook Pros with defective batteries, which Apple has recalled, are banned from flights. Some airlines have also done the same. Read more...

Hurricane Harvey relief being expedited by drone use

Chris Schroeder — Mon, 04 Sep 2017 06:00:01 +0000

The devastating natural disaster that was Hurricane Harvey left quite a mess. With extensive cleanup and relief efforts underway, some companies are using drone technology to provide aid to victims. Read more...

After two years, the FAA is now issuing refunds to some that registered their UAS

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 07 Jul 2017 03:44:01 +0000

It was two years ago when the FAA required UAS pilots to register and pay a $5 fee. Now, through a court order, pilots will no longer be required to register if they are flying for fun. Read more...

Boeing orders 3D printed titanium aircraft parts for 787

Richard Tyr Blewitt — Wed, 12 Apr 2017 11:24:01 +0000

The FAA has finally approved the usage of structurally integral titanium aircraft parts that will be 3D printed in Norway by Norsk Titanium. This step is said to save millions in production costs. Read more...

Fire in the hold! European aviation regulators say new electronics ban carries major risks

Richard Tyr Blewitt — Thu, 06 Apr 2017 11:38:01 +0000

The European Aviation Safety Agency has banged heads with the American Federal Aviation Authority and British authorities on concerns regarding the ban on personal electronic devices in the cabin. Read more...

Airlines will no longer warn you, but Samsung's Galaxy Note7 is still banned on planes

Vlad Dudau — Wed, 11 Jan 2017 14:16:01 +0000

The FAA and Samsung have announced that airlines and airports will no longer need to warn passengers about the dangers of the Galaxy Note7, but the device is still banned from flights. Read more...

US Federal Aviation Administration officially bans the use of Galaxy Note7 devices

Justin Luna — Mon, 19 Sep 2016 09:14:01 +0000

The United States Federal Aviation Administration has prohibited the use of Galaxy Note7 devices on aircraft. This was after the Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a recall of the device. Read more...

US government: "Power down and stop charging or using" the Samsung Galaxy Note7

Andy Weir — Sat, 10 Sep 2016 01:32:01 +0000

The Consumer Product Safety Commission, an independent US government agency, has formally advised owners of the Galaxy Note7 to stop using it immediately, following a series of fiery incidents. Read more...

As US FAA considers options, Australian airlines ban use of Samsung Galaxy Note7 [Update]

Andy Weir — Thu, 08 Sep 2016 16:44:01 +0000

Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia have banned the use of Samsung's Galaxy Note7 on their flights, following a growing number of incidents in which the new flagship phone has caught fire. Read more...

US Federal Aviation Administration considers flight ban for Samsung's fiery Galaxy Note7 [Update]

Andy Weir — Wed, 07 Sep 2016 13:14:01 +0000

Samsung recalled the Note7, but it didn't implement an official recall process with the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, leaving the FAA unsure over whether to ban the device from flights. Read more...

Hands-on with the Parrot Bebop 2 - a speedy quadcopter that's almost perfect for beginners

Camden Krupala — Sat, 23 Jan 2016 09:30:01 +0000

If you have been eager to jump on the quadcopter train, but have been waiting for the perfect one, the Parrot Bebop might make the cut with great battery life, small learning curve, and sharp camera. Read more...

Own a drone in the United States? Today is the last day to register with the FAA for free.

Camden Krupala — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 20:12:01 +0000

The popularity of drones has grown at a tremendous rate and with it new FAA regulations require registration of many of these drones. Free registration ends tonight, so you'll want to act quick! Read more...

The FAA will now require you to register your UAS starting December 21st

Timi Cantisano — Mon, 14 Dec 2015 19:06:02 +0000

The Federal Aviation Administration will now require those owning or purchasing a new UAS to register their vehicle. The process will begin on Dec. 21st. Read more...

FAA app to reveal where it is legal to fly drones

Matt Blowes — Sat, 29 Aug 2015 04:44:01 +0000

Finding out where you can legally fly a drone in the U.S. will soon be a lot easier. The FAA's new drone app is now in beta, with the finished app expected by the end of the year. Read more...

Surface Pro 3 cleared for take-off, with FAA/EASA Electronic Flight Bag approval

Andy Weir — Thu, 25 Sep 2014 14:34:01 +0000

Microsoft's Surface Pro 3 tablet has qualified for authorization for use as an Electronic Flight Bag, replacing the heavy and bulky paper documentation that airline pilots must carry on board. Read more...

FAA approves expanded use of electronic devices on commercial flights

John Callaham — Thu, 31 Oct 2013 16:24:20 +0000

The Federal Aviation Administration has announced it will allow commercial airline flights to give passengers expanded use of most electronic devices during most aspects of a flight. Read more...

Laptop, tablet restrictions on commercial flights may be relaxed soon

John Callaham — Sun, 29 Sep 2013 20:01:40 +0000

An advisory committee to the Federal Aviation Administration has reportedly recommended more relaxed rules on electronics like laptops and tablets on commercial flights. Read more...

iPhone endangers flight as debate about onboard electronics use continues

Vlad Dudau — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:42:04 +0000

As more and more airlines are introducing in-flight Wi-Fi and passengers are demanding to use their smart devices during flights, important groups such as NASA and Boeing are advising caution. Read more...

FAA might expand in-flight portable electronics usage

Nathan Tsui — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 01:59:51 +0000

Tired of having to put away your electronic devices during takeoff? Eventually you might not have to, as the FAA is studying the safety of allowing passengers to use their devices mid-flight. Read more...