Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Take advantage of the resources of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)By Mike Tracy If your business is ready to take to the skies, you'll find great resources from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The organization's website has information about regulations, employment, safety and data and statistics. There also are FAA regional offices, so you can visit in person as needed. Use the information to conceive business opportunities for your company.
The FAA manages all aspects of flight in the United States. There are FAA aircraft registration guidelines, FAA carry-on restrictions and other guidelines you might use in your business plan. To make sure you have a complete understanding of FAA regulations and policies, keep the following things in mind:
1. The list of FAA regulations, policies, guidelines and information is long. Take the time to study it.
2. Study the list of FAA jobs listing. The openings might offer your company business opportunities for training. Or see if there are areas in which you might supply personnel or expertise.
3. The FAA manages a wealth of data. Information on items such as aircraft registration policies or research findings could offer chances for business.
Review FAA regulations online and request paper copies
Federal Aviation Administration policies and regulations cover a wide range of activities related to flight. Closely study the categories that apply to your business interests.
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For access to all regulations and policies, check the Federal Aviation Administration website. For documents and additional information, also check the FAA online library.
Use FAA jobs listings to fill openings and find employee training
The Federal Aviation Administration offers openings in two categories: "FAA Career Opportunities" and "Executive Opportunities." Read over the posted job listings for ways your company can fill FAA needs. Propose training programs or personnel with special expertise to fill openings.
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You can find career opportunities at the FAA website. At the JSfirm website you can search for career opportunities and jobs throughout the aviation industry by job, geographic location and other parameters.
Stay up-to-date on FAA aircraft registration rules and guidelines
In addition to rules, regulations and information for airlines, the FAA provides guidelines and data for private pilots and related businesses. You can also find the latest news, data and statistics, information on airports and research findings.
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For information about aircraft registration and certification, check the Federal Aviation Administration website or visit the FAA regional office near you. You can also find guidelines on safety and equipment. The Research Development and Human Factors Laboratory provides research findings about the effects of flight on people.
- Note that FAA job vacancies are posted directly on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's USAJobs website. You might find it quicker and easier to access that online catalog of job opportunities.
