Federal Aviation Administration.
U.S. government agency regulating civil aviation
American Airlines Jet Blows Tires After Brake Report at O’Hare
An American Airlines flight from Barcelona landed at Chicago O’Hare after its crew reported a brake problem, and two tires blew during the landing. One person was hospitalized in good condition; passengers were bused to the terminal, and the FAA is investigating.
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About Federal Aviation Administration
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is a U.S. federal government agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation that regulates civil aviation in the United States and surrounding international waters. Its powers include air traffic control, certification of personnel and aircraft, setting standards for airports, and protection of U.S. assets during the launch or re-entry of commercial space vehicles. Powers over neighboring international waters were delegated to the FAA by authority of the International Civil Aviation Organization.
Everything about Federal Aviation Administration →- Country
- United States
- Headquarters
- Washington, D.C.
- Inception
- 1958, August 23, 1958
- Website
- https://www.faa.gov/
