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FAA Enforces Drone Flight Bans Over NJ and NY Critical Sites

Amid escalating concerns about unauthorized drone activity, the FAA has imposed temporary flight restrictions over 22 critical infrastructure locations in New Jersey and plans similar measures in New York. Violators could face significant penalties, including potential use of deadly force if drones pose imminent security threats.

2024-12-19T09:57:07.218069-08:00

Flying Magazine

FAA Imposes TFRs Over New York Critical Infrastructure

2024-12-20T09:56:16.552964-08:00

Axios

Extended U.S. Government Shutdown Threatens Airport Delays

2024-12-19T11:47:50.525160-08:00

Reuters

Laser Incidents Spike 269% in NJ amid Drone Discussions: FAA

2024-12-18T15:35:46.733892-08:00

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Flying Magazine

FAA Imposes TFRs Over New York Critical Infrastructure Temporary flight restrictions have been enforced to secure critical infrastructure in New York and New Jersey. The measure, implemented by the FAA, aims to enhance safety and security concerns, impacting airspace access in these key regions.

2024-12-20T09:56:16.552964-08:00

FAA Imposes TFRs Over New York Critical Infrastructure

Axios

Extended U.S. Government Shutdown Threatens Airport Delays The Transportation Security Administration warns that prolonged government shutdowns could significantly increase wait times at airports. Travelers should expect delays, particularly during peak travel periods, as security staffing may be affected if the shutdown persists during the holiday season.

2024-12-19T11:47:50.525160-08:00

Extended U.S. Government Shutdown Threatens Airport Delays

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FAA Enforces Drone Flight Bans Over NJ and NY Critical Sites Amid escalating concerns about unauthorized drone activity, the FAA has imposed temporary flight restrictions over 22 critical infrastructure locations in New Jersey and plans similar measures in New York. Violators could face significant penalties, including potential use of deadly force if drones pose imminent security threats.

2024-12-19T09:57:07.218069-08:00

FAA Enforces Drone Flight Bans Over NJ and NY Critical Sites

Simple Flying

JetBlue CEO Urges FAA to Overhaul Aging ATC Systems Ahead of Administration Change A recent GAO audit highlights critical vulnerabilities in the FAA's outdated air traffic control systems. JetBlue's CEO is calling for comprehensive modernization efforts as the Trump administration prepares to take office, emphasizing the risks posed by current technological deficiencies in managing airspace.

2024-12-18T15:48:13.707016-08:00

JetBlue CEO Urges FAA to Overhaul Aging ATC Systems Ahead of Administration Change

Reuters

Laser Incidents Spike 269% in NJ amid Drone Discussions: FAA The FAA reports a dramatic increase in laser incidents affecting pilots over New Jersey, with new drone sightings potentially prompting unlawful laser use. This surge underscores the growing safety concerns in NJ, NY, and PA airspace due to increased unauthorized laser activity.

2024-12-18T15:35:46.733892-08:00

Laser Incidents Spike 269% in NJ amid Drone Discussions: FAA

Air & Space Forces Mag

Drone Incursions Disrupt Operations at Key US Air Force Bases Recent drone sightings at Hill AFB, Utah, and Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, highlight a growing security concern for military airspace. Both bases experienced operational disruptions, with Wright-Patterson briefly closing its airspace as part of a response to these incursions.

2024-12-17T10:49:22.895310-08:00

Drone Incursions Disrupt Operations at Key US Air Force Bases

The Aviationist

NATO and Swedish Jets Intercept Russian Tu-22M3 Bombers Over Baltic Sea NATO and Swedish aircraft on December 17, 2024, intercepted Russian Tu-22M3 bombers carrying long-range missiles over the Baltic Sea. The incident highlights ongoing tensions and varied narratives from Sweden and Russia regarding military aircraft activities in the region.

2024-12-17T09:27:53.547358-08:00

NATO and Swedish Jets Intercept Russian Tu-22M3 Bombers Over Baltic Sea

General Aviation News

$20M Earmarked for Upgrades to 20 Airport Control Towers Nationwide The FAA has allocated $20 million to upgrade or construct air traffic control towers across 20 airports in the United States, impacting facilities in 15 different states. This modernization effort aims to enhance operational efficiency and safety in the nation's air traffic management system.

2024-12-17T08:15:55.915069-08:00

$20M Earmarked for Upgrades to 20 Airport Control Towers Nationwide

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