Why is the FAA Creating a Single Safety Office to Modernize Air Traffic Control?

The FAA announced a major internal overhaul, consolidating safety oversight and launching an Airspace Modernization Office; this is driven by a 2024 Congressional mandate and a fatal midair collision.

Jan 27, 2026•4 min

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FAAAviation SafetyAir Traffic ControlAirspace ModernizationAdvanced Air Mobility

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FAA Unveils Major Overhaul: Will Consolidate All Safety Oversight into One New Office

The FAA announced a major organizational overhaul, creating a single safety oversight office to unify its Safety Management System and risk strategy.

Jan 27, 2026•2 min

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FAAAviation SafetyUS DOTAirspace ModernizationRegulatory Reform

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