White House, U.S. Department of Transportation Appoint New Port and Supply Chain Envoy to Work on Supply Chain Disruptions | site |
Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 27, 2022
Washington - - Today, the White House and the U.S. Department of Transportation announced that Retired General Stephen R. Lyons, former Commander of the U.S. Transportation Command, will be the new Port and Supply Chain Envoy to the Biden-Harris Administration Supply Chain Disruptions Task Force. Retired General Lyons will take over the role from John D. Porcari. Retired General Lyons will work with the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), the White House National Economic Council (NEC), ports, rail, trucking and other private companies across our supply chains to continue to address bottlenecks, speed up the movement of goods, and help lower costs for American families.
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U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Appointment of Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel to the Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee and a June 28-29 Meeting of the Committee
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Appointment of Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel to the Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee and a June 28-29 Meeting of the Committee | site |
Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 26, 2022 Washington - - Today, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced that Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel – an attorney general who has prioritized protecting consumers and defending civil rights – will act as the state representative and new Chair of the Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee (ACPAC). Attorney General Nessel is succeeding Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey as state representative and Chair. “It’s never been more important to protect airline passengers’ safety, rights, time, and money,” said U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “I thank Attorney General Healey for her ... -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Rear Admiral (Ret.) Ann Phillips as 20th Administrator of the Maritime Administration
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Rear Admiral (Ret.) Ann Phillips as 20th Administrator of the Maritime Administration | site |
Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 16, 2022 Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced that Rear Admiral (Rear Adm.) Ann Phillips, USN, Ret., has been sworn in as the 20th Administrator of the Maritime Administration (MARAD). Nominated by President Biden on October 21, 2021, Rear Adm. Phillips was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on May 10, 2022. She is the first woman to lead MARAD as administrator. “From her distinguished naval service to her leadership on coastal infrastructure, Rear Admiral Ann Phillips has championed America’s maritime sector throughout her career,” said Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “Her experience and expertise will be invaluable as we address supply chain bottlenecks, implement the maritime ... -
National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy Praises House for Passing Duck Boat Safety Measure
National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy Praises House for Passing Duck Boat Safety Measure | site |
Information contained in National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) press release dated: April 1, 2022 Washington (April 1, 2022) – National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy Friday praised the House of Representatives for passing a Coast Guard reauthorization bill that includes policies to improve the safety of amphibious vessels known as DUKW boats and holds the Coast Guard accountable to NTSB safety recommendations. DUKW boats, also known as duck boats, were designed and built in the 1940s for military use during World War II; some were later converted for commercial service. They are unique vessels with special challenges that must be addressed to ensure passenger safety. They require greater stability and reserve buoyancy, canopy and seatbelt removal before waterborne operations and training for crews. The NTSB first identified... -
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Announces New Cybersecurity Requirements for Surface Transportation Owners and Operators
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Announces New Cybersecurity Requirements for Surface Transportation Owners and Operators | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Homeland Security [DHS] press release dated: December 2, 2021)
Washington - - DHS’s Transportation Security Administration (TSA) today announced two new Security Directives and additional guidance for voluntary measures to strengthen cybersecurity across the transportation sector in response to the ongoing cybersecurity threat to surface transportation systems and associated infrastructure. These actions are among several steps DHS is taking to increase the cybersecurity of U.S. critical infrastructure. “These new cybersecurity requirements and recommendations will help keep the traveling public safe and protect our critical infrastructure from evolving threats,” said Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas. “DHS will continue working with our partner... -
U.S. DOT Launches “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Labor Day High- Visibility Enforcement Campaign
U.S. Department of Transportation Launches “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Labor Day High- Visibility Enforcement Campaign | site |
August 18 – September 6, 2021
(Information contained in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration [NHTSA] press release dated: August 17, 2021)
August 17, 2021 | Washington, DC - - The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration kicked off its annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Labor Day high-visibility enforcement campaign today, aimed at preventing impaired driving and improving safety for all road users. Joining NHTSA Acting Administrator Dr. Steven Cliff in spreading awareness about the deadly consequences of impaired driving and the steps being taken across the country to save lives and ensure equity in enforcement were representatives from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), the Governors’ Highway Safety Association (GHSA), Car... -
Statement on the U.S. Department of Transportation issuance of Order that would Prohibit the Sale of Passenger Air Transportation between United States and Belarus
Statement on the U.S. Department of Transportation issuance of Order that would Prohibit the Sale of Passenger Air Transportation between United States and Belarus | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: June 29, 2021) Today, June 29, 2021, the U.S. Department of Transportation issued an order proposing to prohibit the sale of passenger air transportation, including air transportation on an interline basis (e.g. tickets booked through one airline that contain flights operated by multiple airlines), between the United States and Belarus. DOT’s order is premised on the Department of State’s determination that, in light of the diversion of Ryanair flight 4978, it is in the foreign policy interests of the United States to limit transportation between the United States and Belarus. The prohibition would provide the ability for the U.S. Government to make case-by-cas... -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Today that Eligible Businesses Can Now Apply for the Aviation Manufacturing Jobs Protection Program
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Today that Eligible Businesses Can Now Apply for the Aviation Manufacturing Jobs Protection Program | site |
$3 Billion can be used to help cover employee compensation costs for up to six months
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: June 15, 2021)
Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced the launch of the Aviation Manufacturing Jobs Protection (AMJP) program. The Department is encouraging eligible businesses of all sizes to apply for funding to protect jobs for workers as the industry climbs back from the impacts of the pandemic. This program is funded through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. Before the pandemic, the aerospace industry was estimated to employ approximately 2.2 million workers, including 1.2 million who worked in various parts of the supply chai... -
U.S. Department of Transportation’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection Initiates Enforcement Proceeding Seeking Approximately 25 million Dollars Against Air Canada for allegedly Extreme Delays in Providing Required Refunds
U.S. Department of Transportation’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection Initiates Enforcement Proceeding Seeking Approximately $25 million Against Air Canada for allegedly Extreme Delays in Providing Required Refunds | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: June 15, 2021) Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection (OACP) today announced that it has filed a formal complaint against Air Canada with an Administrative Law Judge regarding the carrier’s failure to provide refunds in a timely manner to thousands of consumers who requested them for flights to or from the United States that the carrier canceled or significantly changed. The OACP is seeking a civil penalty of $25,550,000 for Air Canada’s extreme delays in providing the required refunds. The civil penalty amount is based on a variety of factors, such as the consumer harm ca... -
U.S. Department of Transportation Releases Spring Regulatory Agenda
U.S. Department of Transportation Releases Spring Regulatory Agenda | site |
Agenda Highlights Department’s Commitment to Increase Safety, Fight Climate Change, Advance Equity and Build our Economy Back Better
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: June 11, 2021) The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced the Department’s portions of the Unified Agenda (also known as the Spring Regulatory Agenda) today identifying the actions the Department plans to take over the next year and beyond to protect and serve the American people. USDOT’s Spring Regulatory Agenda demonstrates the Department’s commitment to safety for transportation workers and the traveling public, fighting climate change, advancing equity, and building our economy back better. Regulations are a critical tool to protect our citizens and workers, and ensure the safe and timely delivery of public goods and ser... -
U.S. Department of Transportation modernizes the Office of Personnel Management’s Financial Management, says it Saves Millions in Taxpayer Dollars
U.S. Department of Transportation modernizes the Office of Personnel Management’s Financial Management, says it Saves Millions in Taxpayer Dollars| site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 21, 2012) Washington D.C. - - The U.S. Department of Transportation announced that on May 12 the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) migrated to the Federal Aviation Administration Enterprise Service Center (FAA/ESC) Shared Financial and Procurement System. This migration was the result of a two-year collaborative effort to save time and money across government. The partnership among the Department, OPM, and the ESC will result in millions of dollars saved. Located at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC) in Oklahoma City, the Department’s FAA/ESC is a leader in Shared Services across the federal government. ESC’s mission is to deliver reliable federal Shared Services in the areas of financial ... -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Expanded Local Hire and Workforce Development Pilot Programs
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Expanded Local Hire and Workforce Development Pilot Programs | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 19, 2021) Washington - - U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg today announced expanded construction hiring and workforce development pilot programs to be managed by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Buttigieg made the announcement at an event at the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge. “As we invest in world-class infrastructure for Americans, we want to make sure that our investments create jobs for people in the communities where the projects are located,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “We’re proud to launch the Department’s local hiring initiative, with an additional focus on workforce development so that good jobs can b... -
U.S. Department of Transportation Statement on Wearing Masks While Traveling
U.S. Department of Transportation Statement on Wearing Masks While Traveling | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation [USDOT] press release dated: May 14, 2021)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and the U.S. Department of Transportation remind the traveling public that at this time if you travel, you are still required to wear a mask on planes, buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation traveling into, within, or out of the United States, and in U.S. transportation hubs such as airports and stations.
CDC guidance is clear that fully vaccinated people are safe to travel and can resume travel.... -
U.S. Department of Transportation Names Small Business Innovation Research Program Phase I Award Recipients
U.S. Department of Transportation Names Small Business Innovation Research Program Phase I Award Recipients | site |
Nineteen U.S. small businesses will receive approximately $2,850,000 to research and develop innovative solutions to our nation’s transportation challenges
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 13, 2021)
Washington - – The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced that 19 U.S. small businesses will receive approximately $2,850,000 in Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Phase I awards stemming from the Fiscal Year 2021 Phase I Solicitation announced earlier this year. Each year, the SBIR Program awards contracts to small businesses across the country to spur research and commercialization of innovative transportation technologies. A full list of this year’s Phase I awardees is available here. From coast to coast, small busin... -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Announces 1.69 Billion Dollars for Amtrak in Response to COVID-19
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Announces $1.69 Billion for Amtrak in Response to COVID-19 | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration press release dated: April 27, 2021) Washington - - U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg today announced that the Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is making more than $1.69 billion available to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) to provide relief from the impacts of COVID-19 to the company’s business operations, workforce, and state funding partners. The funding is provided under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. “Help is here. The President’s American Rescue Plan is already delivering for workers and the traveling public,” said Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “This new assistance for Amtrak will get employees back to work and restore service on routes across the country, at a time ...
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White House, U.S. Department of Transportation Appoint New Port and Supply Chain Envoy to Work on Supply Chain Disruptions | site |
Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 27, 2022 Washington - - Today, the White House and the U.S. Department of Transportation announced that Retired General Stephen R. Lyons, former Commander of the U.S. Transportation Command, will be the new Port and Supply Chain Envoy to the Biden-Harris Administration Supply Chain Disruptions Task Force. Retired General Lyons will take over the role from John D. Porcari. Retired General Lyons will work with the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), the White House National Economic Council (NEC), ports, rail, trucking and other private companies across our supply chains to continue to address bottlenecks, speed up the movement of goods, and help lower costs for American families. "Envoy John Porcari has done a tremendous job addressing challeng...06-04-2022, 10:36 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Appointment of Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel to the Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee and a June 28-29 Meeting of the Committee | site |
Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 26, 2022 Washington - - Today, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced that Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel – an attorney general who has prioritized protecting consumers and defending civil rights – will act as the state representative and new Chair of the Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee (ACPAC). Attorney General Nessel is succeeding Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey as state representative and Chair. “It’s never been more important to protect airline passengers’ safety, rights, time, and money,” said U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “I thank Attorney General Healey for her ...06-04-2022, 09:51 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Rear Admiral (Ret.) Ann Phillips as 20th Administrator of the Maritime Administration | site |
Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 16, 2022 Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced that Rear Admiral (Rear Adm.) Ann Phillips, USN, Ret., has been sworn in as the 20th Administrator of the Maritime Administration (MARAD). Nominated by President Biden on October 21, 2021, Rear Adm. Phillips was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on May 10, 2022. She is the first woman to lead MARAD as administrator. “From her distinguished naval service to her leadership on coastal infrastructure, Rear Admiral Ann Phillips has championed America’s maritime sector throughout her career,” said Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “Her experience and expertise will be invaluable as we address supply chain bottlenecks, implement the maritime ...05-17-2022, 07:36 AM -
National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy Praises House for Passing Duck Boat Safety Measure | site |
Information contained in National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) press release dated: April 1, 2022 Washington (April 1, 2022) – National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy Friday praised the House of Representatives for passing a Coast Guard reauthorization bill that includes policies to improve the safety of amphibious vessels known as DUKW boats and holds the Coast Guard accountable to NTSB safety recommendations. DUKW boats, also known as duck boats, were designed and built in the 1940s for military use during World War II; some were later converted for commercial service. They are unique vessels with special challenges that must be addressed to ensure passenger safety. They require greater stability and reserve buoyancy, canopy and seatbelt removal before waterborne operations and training for crews. The NTSB first identified...04-16-2022, 03:18 PM -
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Announces New Cybersecurity Requirements for Surface Transportation Owners and Operators | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Homeland Security [DHS] press release dated: December 2, 2021)
Washington - - DHS’s Transportation Security Administration (TSA) today announced two new Security Directives and additional guidance for voluntary measures to strengthen cybersecurity across the transportation sector in response to the ongoing cybersecurity threat to surface transportation systems and associated infrastructure. These actions are among several steps DHS is taking to increase the cybersecurity of U.S. critical infrastructure. “These new cybersecurity requirements and recommendations will help keep the traveling public safe and protect our critical infrastructure from evolving threats,” said Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas. “DHS will continue working with our partner...12-04-2021, 11:41 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Launches “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Labor Day High- Visibility Enforcement Campaign | site |
August 18 – September 6, 2021
(Information contained in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration [NHTSA] press release dated: August 17, 2021)
August 17, 2021 | Washington, DC - - The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration kicked off its annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Labor Day high-visibility enforcement campaign today, aimed at preventing impaired driving and improving safety for all road users. Joining NHTSA Acting Administrator Dr. Steven Cliff in spreading awareness about the deadly consequences of impaired driving and the steps being taken across the country to save lives and ensure equity in enforcement were representatives from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), the Governors’ Highway Safety Association (GHSA), Car...08-21-2021, 12:01 AM -
Statement on the U.S. Department of Transportation issuance of Order that would Prohibit the Sale of Passenger Air Transportation between United States and Belarus | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: June 29, 2021) Today, June 29, 2021, the U.S. Department of Transportation issued an order proposing to prohibit the sale of passenger air transportation, including air transportation on an interline basis (e.g. tickets booked through one airline that contain flights operated by multiple airlines), between the United States and Belarus. DOT’s order is premised on the Department of State’s determination that, in light of the diversion of Ryanair flight 4978, it is in the foreign policy interests of the United States to limit transportation between the United States and Belarus. The prohibition would provide the ability for the U.S. Government to make case-by-cas...07-01-2021, 10:48 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Today that Eligible Businesses Can Now Apply for the Aviation Manufacturing Jobs Protection Program | site |
$3 Billion can be used to help cover employee compensation costs for up to six months
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: June 15, 2021)
Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced the launch of the Aviation Manufacturing Jobs Protection (AMJP) program. The Department is encouraging eligible businesses of all sizes to apply for funding to protect jobs for workers as the industry climbs back from the impacts of the pandemic. This program is funded through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. Before the pandemic, the aerospace industry was estimated to employ approximately 2.2 million workers, including 1.2 million who worked in various parts of the supply chai...06-18-2021, 01:40 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection Initiates Enforcement Proceeding Seeking Approximately $25 million Against Air Canada for allegedly Extreme Delays in Providing Required Refunds | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: June 15, 2021) Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection (OACP) today announced that it has filed a formal complaint against Air Canada with an Administrative Law Judge regarding the carrier’s failure to provide refunds in a timely manner to thousands of consumers who requested them for flights to or from the United States that the carrier canceled or significantly changed. The OACP is seeking a civil penalty of $25,550,000 for Air Canada’s extreme delays in providing the required refunds. The civil penalty amount is based on a variety of factors, such as the consumer harm ca...06-15-2021, 09:48 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Releases Spring Regulatory Agenda | site |
Agenda Highlights Department’s Commitment to Increase Safety, Fight Climate Change, Advance Equity and Build our Economy Back Better
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: June 11, 2021) The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced the Department’s portions of the Unified Agenda (also known as the Spring Regulatory Agenda) today identifying the actions the Department plans to take over the next year and beyond to protect and serve the American people. USDOT’s Spring Regulatory Agenda demonstrates the Department’s commitment to safety for transportation workers and the traveling public, fighting climate change, advancing equity, and building our economy back better. Regulations are a critical tool to protect our citizens and workers, and ensure the safe and timely delivery of public goods and ser...06-11-2021, 09:31 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation modernizes the Office of Personnel Management’s Financial Management, says it Saves Millions in Taxpayer Dollars| site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 21, 2012) Washington D.C. - - The U.S. Department of Transportation announced that on May 12 the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) migrated to the Federal Aviation Administration Enterprise Service Center (FAA/ESC) Shared Financial and Procurement System. This migration was the result of a two-year collaborative effort to save time and money across government. The partnership among the Department, OPM, and the ESC will result in millions of dollars saved. Located at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC) in Oklahoma City, the Department’s FAA/ESC is a leader in Shared Services across the federal government. ESC’s mission is to deliver reliable federal Shared Services in the areas of financial ...05-27-2021, 02:00 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Expanded Local Hire and Workforce Development Pilot Programs | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 19, 2021) Washington - - U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg today announced expanded construction hiring and workforce development pilot programs to be managed by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Buttigieg made the announcement at an event at the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge. “As we invest in world-class infrastructure for Americans, we want to make sure that our investments create jobs for people in the communities where the projects are located,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “We’re proud to launch the Department’s local hiring initiative, with an additional focus on workforce development so that good jobs can b...05-19-2021, 04:59 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Statement on Wearing Masks While Traveling | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation [USDOT] press release dated: May 14, 2021)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and the U.S. Department of Transportation remind the traveling public that at this time if you travel, you are still required to wear a mask on planes, buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation traveling into, within, or out of the United States, and in U.S. transportation hubs such as airports and stations.
CDC guidance is clear that fully vaccinated people are safe to travel and can resume travel....05-15-2021, 01:18 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Names Small Business Innovation Research Program Phase I Award Recipients | site |
Nineteen U.S. small businesses will receive approximately $2,850,000 to research and develop innovative solutions to our nation’s transportation challenges
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 13, 2021)
Washington - – The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced that 19 U.S. small businesses will receive approximately $2,850,000 in Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Phase I awards stemming from the Fiscal Year 2021 Phase I Solicitation announced earlier this year. Each year, the SBIR Program awards contracts to small businesses across the country to spur research and commercialization of innovative transportation technologies. A full list of this year’s Phase I awardees is available here. From coast to coast, small busin...05-13-2021, 09:53 PM -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Announces $1.69 Billion for Amtrak in Response to COVID-19 | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration press release dated: April 27, 2021) Washington - - U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg today announced that the Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is making more than $1.69 billion available to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) to provide relief from the impacts of COVID-19 to the company’s business operations, workforce, and state funding partners. The funding is provided under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. “Help is here. The President’s American Rescue Plan is already delivering for workers and the traveling public,” said Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “This new assistance for Amtrak will get employees back to work and restore service on routes across the country, at a time ...05-13-2021, 03:39 AM -
USDOT Details Ongoing Efforts to Help Mitigate Potential Impacts of the Colonial Pipeline DisruptionU.S. Department of Transportation Details Ongoing Efforts to Help Mitigate Potential Impacts of the Colonial Pipeline Disruption | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation [USDOT] press release dated: May 11, 2021)
Tuesday, May 11, 2021 - - The Biden-Harris Administration is continually assessing the impact of the ongoing Colonial Pipeline incident on fuel supplies for the East Coast and is monitoring reported shortages in parts of the Southeast. This ongoing effort includes evaluating resources the federal government can mobilize to mitigate potential impacts.
As part of this process, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has started the work needed to enable consideration of a temporary and targeted waiver of the Jones Act.
Today, USDOT’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) initiated a survey of Jones Act-qualified vessels to begin the process of evaluating what assets are available in the...05-11-2021, 05:30 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Up to $448 Million Loan for the 183A Phase III, 183S, and 290E Phase III Road Projects in Austin | site |
Refinancing Projected to Save Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority More Than $80 Million
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: March 2, 2021) Washington - - U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Build America Bureau (the Bureau) has provided an up to $448.38 million consolidated Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) loan to the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) for tollway projects in the Austin, Texas metropolitan area. This is the first TIFIA loan to be closed under the Biden Administration. This TIFIA loan will finance a new project and refinance and replace two current loans that the Bureau provided to CTRMA for t...03-08-2021, 02:31 AM -
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: U.S. Food and Drug Administration Allows More Flexible Storage, Transportation Conditions for Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine | site |
Update Provides Alternative Temperature for Transportation and Temporary Storage for Frozen Vials Before Dilution
(Information contained in U.S. Food and Drug Administration [FDA] press release dated: February 25, 2021) Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that it is allowing undiluted frozen vials of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine to be transported and stored at conventional temperatures commonly found in pharmaceutical freezers for a period of up to two weeks. This reflects an alternative to the preferred storage of the undiluted vials in an ultra-low temperature freezer between -80ºC to -60ºC (-112ºF to -76ºF). The change is being reflected in updates to the Fact Sheet for Healthcare Providers Administering Vaccine (Vaccination Providers)....02-26-2021, 01:08 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces FY 2021 Round of the Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) Grant Program | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: February 17, 2021) Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) today announced it is seeking applicants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 round of the Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) discretionary grant program. INFRA grants will fund transportation projects of national and regional significance that are in line with the Biden Administration’s priorities including creating good-paying jobs, improving safety, applying transformative technology, and explicitly addressing climate change and racial equity. The funding available for this year’s grants totals approximately $889 million. The Department recognizes the role that infrastructure investment plays in economic development and job creation, and the a...02-25-2021, 10:39 PM -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Highlights Biden Administration’s Support for Transportation Workers and Additional COVID-19 Relief Funding | site |
Meets with leaders from Amtrak, and local transit agencies, as well as front line transit and rail workers at Union Station
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: February 5, 2021)
Washington - - Today, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg met with Amtrak and transit officials as well as front line transit and rail workers at Union Station, where he discussed the importance of the recently announced federal mask requirements for public transportation employees and users to mitigate the risk of COVID-19 and highlighted the Biden Administration’s support for additional COVID-19 relief funding for public transportation.
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U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Additional Biden Appointees "Ready to Work on Behalf of the American People"| site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: February 2, 2021)
Washington - - Today, the Biden Administration announced additional key members of its U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) team who are joining the Department this week. This diverse and experienced group will join with USDOT civil servants and other appointees already hard at work on behalf of the American people to advance President Biden’s agenda to build our country back better. “We welcome this experienced group who will work on behalf of the American people to build our country back better than it was before,” said Laura Schiller, Chief of Staff. “They join a growing team that is committed to protecting the safety of workers and travelers, supporting economic recovery, ensuring racial equi...02-03-2021, 03:03 AM -
Acting Secretary Pekoske Directs TSA to Mitigate Spread of COVID-19 Through the Transportation System | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Homeland Security [DHS] press release dated: January 31, 2021)
Today the Acting Secretary of Homeland Security announced the issuance of a National Emergency Determination to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. This determination enables TSA to implement President Biden’s Executive Order on Promoting COVID-19 Safety in Domestic and International Travel. TSA will require individuals to wear a mask at TSA screening checkpoints and throughout the commercial and public transportation system. Imposing these proven public health measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 will mitigate the safety and security threat COVID-19 poses to transportation and contribute to the overall national effort to reduce the transmission of the disease....02-01-2021, 12:46 AM -
CDC Requires Wearing of Face Masks while on Public Transportation and at Transportation Hubs | site |
(Information contained in Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC] press release dated: January 30, 2021)
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to surge in the United States, CDC is implementing provisions of President Biden’s Executive Order on Promoting COVID-19 Safety in Domestic and International Travel and will require the wearing of masks by all travelers into, within, or out of the United States, e.g., on airplanes, ships, ferries, trains, subways, buses, taxis, and ride-shares. The mask requirement also applies to travelers in U.S. transportation hubs such as airports and seaports; train, bus, and subway stations; and any other areas that provide transportation. Transportation operators must require all persons onboard to wear masks when boarding, disembarking, and for the duration of travel. Operators of transportation...01-30-2021, 02:00 PM -
Statement from the U.S. Department of Transportation on President Joseph R. Biden’s Made-In-America Executive Order | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: January 25, 2021) Monday, January 25, 2021 - - The Department of Transportation is a strong supporter of Buy American and we applaud President Biden for taking bold action today to ensure our future is made in America -- and by American workers. The crises we face have created an opportunity to build back our economy better than before, and President Biden’s executive order will empower us to be a central force in our country’s recovery. We look forward to implementing President Biden’s Made in America executive order that will ensure transportation-related capital purchases, equipment, and supplies are acquired when available. In addition, we will also ensure that the President’s strong support of the Jones Act is realized so that onl...01-27-2021, 01:38 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Biden Appointees Ready to Work on Behalf of the American People | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: January 21, 2021) Washington - - Today, the Biden Administration announced key members of its U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) leadership, many of whom are already at work in the opening days of the new Administration. This diverse and experienced team will bring unique perspective and vast expertise to the job. This group will help USDOT civil servants already hard at work on behalf of the American people advance President Biden’s agenda to build our country back better. With the safety of the traveling public and America’s workers at the center of its mission, the team will work toward economic recovery, racial equity, and combating climate change. “This experienced team looks forward to getting right to work on behalf of the American ...01-21-2021, 11:35 AM -
National Transportation Safety Board Issues 14 Safety Recommendations Following Investigation of Natural Gas Explosion | site |
(Information contained in National Transportation Safety Board [NTSB] press release dated: January 12, 2021)
Washington (Jan. 12, 2021) — The National Transportation Safety Board issued 14 safety recommendations during a board meeting held Tuesday in which the agency determined the probable cause for the Feb. 23, 2018, natural gas explosion in a Dallas, TX, home. One person died and four others were injured in the explosion at 3534 Espanola Drive, that caused major structural damage to the one-story residence. The NTSB determined that the ignition of an accumulation of natural gas that leaked from the gas main that was damaged during a sewer replacement project 23 years earlier, led to the explosion. Atmos Energy Corporation failed to detect the leak when responding to related incidents at two other homes on th...01-19-2021, 10:15 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Releases Draft Strategic Plan on Accessible Transportation | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: January 15, 2021)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) this week published a draft of its first Strategic Plan on Accessible Transportation (Accessibility Strategic Plan), a noteworthy step in making America’s transportation system more accessible for all travelers. The draft Accessibility Strategic Plan is available for public review and comment, and will be announced this month in the Federal Register. “This first-of-its-kind Accessibility Strategic Plan creates a unified vision for the Department to achieve access and mobility for all in transportation,” said Acting U.S. Secretary of Transportation Steven Bradbury. The draft Accessibility Strategic Plan reflects ongoing and future initiatives across the DOT’s operating a...01-18-2021, 10:13 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Releases Automated Vehicles Comprehensive Plan | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: January 11, 2021)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation (the Department) today released the Automated Vehicles Comprehensive Plan (AVCP). The AVCP lays out the Department’s robust multimodal strategy to promote collaboration and transparency, modernize the regulatory environment, and prepare the transportation system for the safe integration of Automated Driving Systems (ADS). The AVCP prioritizes safety while preparing for the future of transportation. “This comprehensive plan lays out a vision for the safe integration of automated vehicles into America’s transportation system while ensuring that legitimate concerns about safety, security, and privacy are addressed,” said Secretary Elaine L. Chao. The AVCP illustrates how the Department’s work...01-11-2021, 07:16 PM -
National Highway Transportation Safety Administration Seeks Comment on Cybersecurity Best Practices for the Safety of Modern Vehicles | site |
(Information contained in National Highway Transportation Safety Administration [NHTSA] press release dated: January 8, 2021)
January 8, 2021 | Washington, DC - - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is seeking public comment on the draft Cybersecurity Best Practices for the Safety of Modern Vehicles (2020 Best Practices) it submitted to the Federal Register for publication today. This is an update to the existing best practices document that was published in 2016, and describes NHTSA’s nonbinding guidance to the automotive industry for improving vehicle cybersecurity for safety. “Vehicle cybersecurity has high stakes,” said NHTSA Deputy Administrator James Owens. “The safety and security of everyone on our roads depend on it. We have learned a great deal in the past...01-09-2021, 04:37 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Research Topics for Upcoming Small Business Innovation Research Program Solicitation | site |
Six Department Operating Administrations are expected to issue a total of 13 topics for this year’s SBIR Solicitation, totaling $1.9 million
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: January 7, 2021)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation (the Department) has issued its Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program Fiscal Year 2021 pre-solicitation to provide a preview of the 13 topics expected to be featured in this year’s solicitation. The pre-solicitation also includes an opportunity to submit questions via the Department’s SBIR Q&A website. Information on the proposed topics and how to participate in the Q&A can be found here. “Small businesses are responsible for two-thirds of net new jobs created in America; this small busin...01-07-2021, 09:31 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Over $41 Million in Awards for Innovative Technologies to Improve Transportation Mobility and Access for Persons with Disabilities | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release: January 6, 2021)
Washington - - U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao announced today that the Trump Administration will award more than $41 million to 15 teams in 15 states through two Department of Transportation design challenges to improve transportation access to persons with disabilities and individuals with mobility challenges.
“These exciting projects support the development of new innovative, inclusive, and affordable transportation technologies that address mobility and access challenges,” said U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao.
The Department awarded over $38 million to 5 awardees through its Complete Trip - ITS4US Deployment...01-07-2021, 04:09 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Proposes Rule to Expand Mobility for People With Disabilities | site |
Would improve access to rental cars, simplify transportation of wheelchairs and power scooters
(Information contained in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration press release dated: December 28, 2020)
December 28, 2020 | Washington, DC - - The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today proposed a rule to expand mobility for people with disabilities. This supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking would allow two new modifications for adaptive equipment. “This rule will make it easier for individuals with disabilities to achieve greater mobility and freedom in their lives,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. The first proposed change would allow rental car companies to disable temporarily a driver’s knee bolster air bag to install hand con...01-01-2021, 07:55 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Releases Final Report on Forces to Flyers Initiative to Assist Military Veterans in Becoming Pilots | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release: December 30, 2020)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced the release of a final report on Forces to Flyers, a three-year research initiative offering interested military veterans an opportunity to earn commercial pilot’s licenses and flight instructor certifications. The report evaluates the initiative’s success in meeting project goals and provides lessons learned for future efforts to assist veterans in obtaining flight training to become airline pilots. The report also discusses pathways and opportunities for Americans seeking to become airline pilots, including flight training options. “The Forces to Flyers demonstration project has helped veterans transition from military service to good pay...12-30-2020, 09:03 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation says Drive Sober This Holiday Season, or Get Pulled Over| site |
USDOT’s Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign Runs Through New Year’s Day
(Information contained in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration [NHTSA] press release dated: December 15, 2020)
December 15, 2020 | Washington, DC - - At a virtual event today, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration kicked off its annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over high-visibility enforcement campaign, reminding Americans not to drive impaired. Drivers can expect to see increased law enforcement on the road from December 18 through New Year’s Day. “There is no excuse for impaired driving and millions of reasons not to — some of whom may be passengers in your own car,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. In 2019, alcohol-impaired-driving fatalities decreased by...12-26-2020, 07:30 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Names Newest FAA Management Advisory Council Members | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release: December 22, 2020)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced the appointment of two new members and the reappointment of five current members to the Federal Aviation Administration's 13-member Management Advisory Council (MAC). The MAC advises the FAA's senior management on policy, spending, long-range planning, and regulatory matters.
“The FAA’s MAC provides our agency with comprehensive advice from government and private industry experts to help us ensure the U.S. maintains the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world,” said FAA Administrator Stephen M. Dickson.
The MAC's newest members continue to represent a cross-section of public and private sector transportation and business leaders. They include:- Peter
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U.S. Department of Transportation Grants Final Approval of, and Antitrust Immunity for, Addition of Aer Lingus to Oneworld Transatlantic Joint Venture | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release: December 21, 2020) Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced that it has granted final approval of, and antitrust immunity for, the addition of Ireland-based Aer Lingus to the existing Oneworld transatlantic joint venture. The carriers requested antitrust immunity to include Aer Lingus in the existing joint venture consisting of American Airlines, British Airways, OpenSkies, Iberia, and Finnair. Aer Lingus will be integrated into the joint venture’s network planning, pricing, and sales activities. With Aer Lingus’ addition, the carriers are expected to expand capacity on some existing routes while introducing services on several new routes, allowing more options for travel to and from...12-22-2020, 02:17 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Launches New Regional Infrastructure Accelerators Program | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release: December 16, 2020)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation today launched a new demonstration program to establish several Regional Infrastructure Accelerators (Accelerators), which will expedite delivery of transportation infrastructure projects through innovative finance and delivery methods. The Department’s Build America Bureau (the Bureau) issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity to solicit applications to designate Accelerators that will serve defined geographic areas, act as a resource to qualified entities within the designated areas, and demonstrate the effectiveness of these Accelerators to expedite the delivery of eligible projects through Federal credit assistance programs, including Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act...12-16-2020, 09:23 PM -
Treasury and IRS issue Final Regulations on the Deduction for Qualified Transportation Fringe and Commuting Expenses | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Internal Revenue Service [IRS] press release: December 9, 2020)
WASHINGTON — The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service issued final regulations on the deduction for qualified transportation fringe and commuting expenses following changes made by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). The 2017 TCJA generally disallows deductions for qualified transportation fringe (QTF) expenses and does not allow deductions for certain expenses of transportation and commuting between an employee's residence and place of employment. These final regulations address the disallowance of the deduction for expenses related to QTFs provided to an employee of the taxpayer, including providing guidance and methodologies to determine the amount of QTF parking expenses that is nondeductible. The final regulations a...12-15-2020, 07:46 AM -
Saint Lawrence Seaway Employees Receive U.S. Dept. of Transportation Secretary’s Award | site |
(Information contained in Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation media advisory dated: November 20, 2020)
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Elaine L. Chao, honored employees from the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) at the 53rd Annual Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary’s Awards Ceremony. At the virtual event held yesterday, the Secretary recognized individuals and teams across DOT who performed their duties in an exemplary manner to meet the Department’s strategic goals and accomplish its mission.
The SLSDC was privileged to have one of its employees, Nate Jarvis, Marine Services Chief Engineer, receive the Department’s highest award, the Gold Medal. Nate was honored with this award for his outstanding efforts to ensure the completion and delivery of the SLSDC’s new tug, the Seaway Guardia...12-09-2020, 01:36 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Leadership Hosts Online Seminar on Combating Human Trafficking | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation [DOT| press release: December 8, 2020)
(Secretary Chao’s remarks can be viewed HERE)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation hosted a virtual seminar today, a collaboration with Department leadership and industry stakeholders, to help combat human trafficking. The event underscored the important role of all aspects of the transportation industry in stopping human trafficking, and provided immediate, actionable steps all stakeholders can take to help amplify counter-trafficking efforts. More than 600 participants...12-08-2020, 02:18 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Fines Aerolíneas Argentinas for Violating Tarmac Delay Rule | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release: December 4, 2020) Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today fined Aerolíneas Argentinas $300,000 for violating a federal statute and the Department’s rule prohibiting long tarmac delays. The airline was also ordered to cease and desist from future similar violations. An investigation by the Department’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection (OACP) found that Aerolíneas Argentinas allowed two flights from Buenos Aires to New York – one on February 9, 2017 and another on January 4, 2018 – to remain on the tarmac for a lengthy period of time without providing passengers an opportunity to deplane. The 2017 tarmac delay lasted 4 hours and 46 minutes, and the 2018 tarmac delay lasted 4 hours and 35 minutes and resulted in passengers vigorously requesting t...12-05-2020, 12:54 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Final Rule on Traveling by Air with Service Animals | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release: December 2, 2020)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced that it is revising its Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) regulation on the transportation of service animals by air to ensure a safe and accessible air transportation system. The final rule on Traveling by Air with Service Animals can be found HERE.
The Department received more than 15,000 comments on the notice of proposed rulemaking. The final rule announced today addresses concerns raised by individuals with disabilities, airlines, flight attendants, airports, other aviation transportation stakeholders, and other members of the public, regarding service animals on aircraft.
The final rule:- Defines a service animal as a dog that is individually trained to do
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U.S. Department of Transportation is Preparing the Way for Swift COVID-19 Vaccine Transport | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release: December 1, 2020)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Transportation (Department) today announced that all of its necessary regulatory measures have been taken for the safe, rapid transportation of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine by land and air. With the unprecedented pace of vaccine development through Operation Warp Speed, the Department has made preparations to enable the immediate mass shipment of the COVID-19 vaccine.
“The Department has laid the groundwork for the safe transportation of the COVID-19 vaccine and is proud to support this historic endeavor,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao.
Over the last several weeks Department of Transportation agencies and Operation Warp Speed officials have been coordinating...12-01-2020, 11:19 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Issues Final Rule Providing Clarity on Unfair and Deceptive Practices in Aviation Consumer Protection | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: November 27, 2020) WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced that it has issued a final rule codifying its longstanding definitions for the terms “unfair” and “deceptive” when the Department uses its statutory authority to prohibit unfair or deceptive practices by airlines or ticket agents. Most of the Department’s aviation consumer protection regulations, such as the Department’s tarmac delay rule and rules on overbooking, are based on the Department’s authority to prohibit unfair or deceptive practices. As defined by the final rule, a practice is “unfair” to consumers if it causes or is likely to cause substantial injury, which is not reasonably avoidable, and the harm is not outweighed by be...12-01-2020, 06:51 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation publishes Air Travel Consumer Report: September 2020 and 3rd Quarter 2020 Numbers | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release: November 25, 2020)
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation today released its November 2020 Air Travel Consumer Report (ATCR) on reporting marketing and operating air carrier data compiled for the month of September 2020. The full consumer report and other aviation consumer matters of interest to the public can be found at http://www.transportation.gov/airconsumer . The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) public health emergency has resulted in significant changes to airline schedules and operations, contributing to airlines’ on-time performance and cancellation statistics in September 2020 and 3rd Quarter 2020. The 10 marketing network carriers reported 345,294 scheduled domestic flights in September 2020 compared to 398,470 flights in A...11-25-2020, 11:45 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Seeks Public Comment on Automated Driving System Safety PrinciplesU.S. Department of Transportation Seeks Public Comment on Automated Driving System Safety Principles | site |
Publishes an advance notice of proposed rulemaking on ADS safety framework
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration press release: November 19, 2020)
November 19, 2020 | Washington, DC - - The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public comment on the potential development of a framework of principles to govern the safe behavior of automated driving systems (ADS) in the future. The advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) was submitted to the Federal Register on November 19 and is available online here. “This rulemaking will help address legitimate public concerns about safety, security and privacy without hampering innovation in the development of automated driving systems,”...11-23-2020, 05:57 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Denies Exemptions for Cuba Cargo Flights | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation [DOT] press release: November 18, 2020) Effective October 13, DOT suspended the authority of U.S. and foreign carriers to provide charter flights between the United States and Cuba. DOT’s suspension order provided for certain limited exceptions, specifically for “authorized charter flights for emergency medical purposes, search and rescue, and other travel deemed to be in the interest of the United States” (DOT Order 2020-8-4). DOT took this suspension action at the express request of the Department of State, in a letter to DOT from Secretary Pompeo, and DOT’s language as to the permitted exceptions was taken verbatim from Secretary Pompeo’s letter. Two U.S. air taxi operators have requested exemptions from DOT’s Cuba charter suspension order, to operate small-aircraft all-cargo charter flights between Miami a...11-20-2020, 07:30 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation announces Aer Lingus – Oneworld Application for Antitrust ImmunityU.S. Department of Transportation announces Aer Lingus – Oneworld Application for Antitrust Immunity | site |
(November 16, 2020) - - The U.S. Department of Transportation published (today) the following information: WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation announces the tentative approval of, and grant of antitrust immunity for, the proposed addition of Aer Lingus to the existing Oneworld alliance. The carriers request antitrust immunity to include Aer Lingus in the existing joint venture including American Airlines, British Airways, OpenSkies, Iberia, and Finnair. Aer Lingus will be integrated into the joint venture’s network planning, pricing, and sales activities. With Aer Lingus’ addition, over time the carriers are expected to expand capacity on some existing routes while introducing services on several new routes, allowing more options for travel to and from Ireland and the rest of Europe. The Department’s review of the applicati...11-16-2020, 09:33 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation provides Air Travel Consumer Report: August 2020 Numbers | site |
(November 13, 2020) - - Today the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information:
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation today released its October 2020 Air Travel Consumer Report (ATCR) on reporting marketing and operating air carrier data compiled for the month of August 2020. The full consumer report and other aviation consumer matters of interest to the public can be found at http://www.transportation.gov/airconsumer . The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) public health emergency has resulted in significant changes to airline schedules and operations, contributing to airlines’ on-time performance and cancellation statistics in August 2020. The 10 marketing network carriers reported 398,470 scheduled domestic flights in August 2020 compared to 370,859 flights in July 2020 and 717,456 flights in August 2019. Of thos...11-13-2020, 06:50 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Provides Update on Forces to Flyers Flight Training Demonstration | site |
(November 11, 2020) - - On November 11, 2020 the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information:
WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao today announced that 32 military veterans completed flight training through the Forces to Flyers initiative, earning commercial multi-engine pilot’s licenses. Secretary Chao announced the research initiative in 2017 to determine how to assist veterans transitioning to new careers as pilots. “The Forces to Flyers flight training demonstration has helped America’s veterans transition from military service to find good jobs in the transportation sector,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. The Forces to Flyers participants had the opportunity to receive flight training at four flight schools around the country, starting with the first flight lesson...11-12-2020, 03:18 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Click It or Ticket Enforcement Mobilization | site |
Ads runs November 9-29 to Remind Americans to Buckle Up, Obey Seat Belt Laws
(November 9, 2020) - - On November 9, 2020 the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration published the following information:
November 9, 2020 | Washington, DC - - The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today kicked off the annual Click It or Ticket national seat belt enforcement mobilization, reminding everyone that seat belts save lives.
“Seat belts save thousands of lives each year, and the Department’s Click It or Ticket initiative is a critical reminder that drivers should wear a seat belt every time they get behind the wheel,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao.
Click It or Ticket combines enforcement of state seat belt laws with an $8 million...11-10-2020, 09:14 PM -
National Transportation Safety Board Calls for Major Safety Improvements to Small Passenger Vessels | site |
California Dive Boat Fire Killed 34
(October 20, 2020) - - On October 20, 2020, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (Oct. 20, 2020) – The National Transportation Safety Board Tuesday called for major safety improvements to small passenger vessels after the investigation of a 2019 California dive boat fire that killed 34. The 75-foot recreational diving vessel, Conception, with 33 passengers and six crew aboard, was anchored in Platts Harbor, off Santa Cruz Island, when it caught fire in the early morning of Sept. 2, 2019. All 33 passengers and one crewmember died of smoke inhalation after they were trapped in the berthing area while a fire raged on the deck above. Both exits from the berthing area led to the fire- and smoke-filled enclosed area above. The NTSB called for all v...11-05-2020, 11:07 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Expands Eligibility and Provides More Flexibility Under Streamlined Rail Financing Program, Extends Deadline to Apply for RRIF Express 2.0 | site |
(October 30, 2020) - - Today, October 30, 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced that it will expand eligibility and provide more flexibility for a pilot program to expedite long-term, low-cost loans for America’s short line and regional railroads. The Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Express (RRIF Express) is aimed at reducing the time and costs associated with securing loans to modernize aging freight and commuter rail infrastructure. In addition to expedited handling of loan requests, the new program could provide loans of up to $150 million for qualified borrowers. “Expanding this financing program will strengthen the short line and regional railr...10-30-2020, 10:43 PM -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces First Marine Highway Project Designation for North Carolina | site |
October 22, 2020) - - Today, October 22, 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao today announced the designation of the North Carolina Ferry System (NCFS) as a Marine Highway Project, a first for the state of North Carolina. Marine highways are navigable waterways that can be used as alternate options to traditional transportation methods. “This historic designation will enhance the ability of the North Carolina Ferry System to connect communities and promote economic growth with an efficient, effective, and sustainable water-based transportation option,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. Issued as part of MARAD’s America’s Marine Highway Program, the designation will enable the NCFS to apply for federa...10-23-2020, 06:53 AM -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces Historic Commercial Space Transportation Reforms | site |
(October 15, 2020) - - Today, October 15, 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao today announced the publication of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Streamlined Launch and Reentry Licensing Requirements Final Rule for commercial space transportation launches and reentries. “This historic, comprehensive update to commercial space launch and reentry licensing requirements facilitates greater growth in this industry and helps America to maintain our #1 position in the world,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. This rule modernizes the way FAA regulates and licenses commercial space operations and allows the burgeoning aerospace industry to continue to innovate and grow, while maintaining public safety. D...10-20-2020, 01:54 AM -
Statement from National Transportation Safety Board’s Deputy Director for Regional Operations | site | (October 5, 2020) - - Today, October 5, 2020, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (Oct. 5, 2020) — The National Transportation Safety Board issued a statement Monday detailing the actions the agency has taken since Friday in its ongoing investigation of the fatal crash of a Socata TBM 700 airplane near Pembroke, New York. “Contrary to some media reporting, the NTSB is, and has been since Friday, actively investigating this crash,” said Tim LeBaron, Deputy Director for Regional Operations in the NTSB’s Office of Aviation Safety. “Our investigation of this crash does not rely solely upon our physical presence at the crash site, in fact, on-scene activities are but one portion of the many necessary to our investigative process.” The NTSB’s working relationship with the FAA facilitated the NTSB Investigator-in-Cha...10-16-2020, 11:24 PM
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Wet Snow Flight Hazards Highlighted in National Transportation Safety Board Safety Alert | site |
(September 17, 2020) - - Today, September 17, 2020, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (Sept. 17, 2020) — The National Transportation Safety Board issued Safety Alert SA-082 Thursday, highlighting the importance of pilots assessing, understanding and preparing for the risk of wet snow and icing conditions before flight. The “Flight in Snow” safety alert provides guidance to pilots, dispatchers and operators regarding flight during wet snow and icing conditions. Wet snow contains liquid particles on the snowflakes or liquid particles falling amongst the snowflakes compared to dry snow in which there is no liquid. The liquid in wet snow has the potential to compromise flight safety through structural, engine and windshield ice accumulation. “As we go into the fall season with coolin...10-07-2020, 11:02 PM -
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Chao Launches Stop. Trains Can’t. Awareness Campaign to Save Lives at Railroad Grade Crossings | site |
$6.6 million nationwide campaign runs through November 8
(October 6, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao announced the launch today of this year’s Stop. Trains Can’t. public education campaign, which will run through November 8. This national $6.6 million safety campaign will run on radio, digital, and social media, educating drivers not to gamble with their lives at rail grade crossings. The campaign will also target high-risk highway-railway crossings in Alabama, Arizona, California, Georgia, Indiana, Tennessee, and Texas. “So many fatalities at highway-railway crossings are preventable; this campaign aims to raise public awareness and save lives,” said U.S. Secretary of Trans...10-07-2020, 05:04 PM -
National Transportation Safety Board Renews Call for Inward-Facing Cameras in Locomotives | site |
(September 15, 2020) - - Today, September 15, 2020, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (Sept. 15, 2020) — The National Transportation Safety Board Tuesday once again called for federal railroad regulators to mandate the use of inward- and outward-facing cameras on train locomotives after investigating an Ohio collision between two CSX Transportation trains. Tuesday’s reiteration of its 2010 camera recommendations came after the board completed its investigation into the Aug. 12, 2019, train collision and derailment near Carey, Ohio. The NTSB investigation found that the westbound train’s engineer was impaired by his use of alcohol at the time of the accident. Although post-accident testing showed the presence of marijuana in his system, NTSB investigators could not determine if his us...10-05-2020, 09:56 PM -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces $335 Million in Infrastructure Grants to America’s Airports| site |
(September 24, 2020) - - Today, September 24, 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao announced today that the Trump Administration will award $335 million in airport safety and infrastructure grants through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to 80 airports in 25 states. “Airport infrastructure projects funded by this $335 million in federal funding will advance safety, improve travel, generate jobs and provide other economic benefits for local communities,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. A complete listing of grants and an interactive map of airports receiving funding is available on the FAA website. The total includes $300 million from the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) and $35 million in Coronavirus Ai...10-01-2020, 07:22 AM -
National Transportation Safety Board Issues 4 Safety Recommendations Based on Investigation of USS Fitzgerald Collision| site |
(September 3, 2020) - - Today, September 3, 2020, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information:
WASHINGTON (Sept. 3, 2020) — The National Transportation Safety Board issued Thursday four safety recommendations in its final report on the agency’s investigation of the fatal, June 17, 2017, collision between the USS Fitzgerald and the container ship ACX Crystal.
The collision happened shortly after the 504.5 foot-long, US Navy destroyer Fitzgerald, with 315 people on board, departed its homeport of Yokosuka, Japan, bound for the Philippines. The Fitzgerald was traveling southbound at about 22 knots in the bay of Sagami Nada off Japan’s Honshu Island, while the 730 foot-long, Philippine-flag, container ship ACX Crystal with 21 people on board was traveling east-northeast...09-21-2020, 04:49 PM -
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao Announces $1 Billion to Upgrade American Infrastructure | site |
(September 16, 2020) - - Today, September 16, 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced that the Trump Administration will invest $1 billion in American infrastructure through the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Transportation Discretionary Grants program. The funding has been awarded to 70 projects in 44 states. “This Administration is making significant investments in infrastructure, and this $1 billion in BUILD grants will repair, rebuild, and revitalize transportation systems across America,” said U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao. Fiscal Year 2020 BUILD Transportation grants are for planning and capital investments in surface transportation infrastructure and were awarded on a competitiv...09-21-2020, 08:10 AM -
National Transportation Safety Board says First Officer, Captain Actions, Aviation Industry Practices, Led to Fatal Atlas Air Crash | site |
(July 14, 2020) - - Today, July 14, 2020, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information:
WASHINGTON (July 14, 2020) — The National Transportation Safety Board determined during a public board meeting held Tuesday that Atlas Air flight 3591 crashed in Trinity Bay, Texas, because of the first officer’s inappropriate response to an inadvertent activation of the airplane’s go-around mode, resulting in his spatial disorientation that led him to place the airplane in a steep descent from which the crew did not recover.
The accident happened Feb. 23, 2019, when the Atlas Air Boeing 767 cargo jet entered a rapid descent from about 6,000 feet and impacted a marshy bay about 40 miles from Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The captain, first...08-31-2020, 10:38 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation modifies Order Regarding Chinese Carriers | site |
(August 18, 2020) - - The U.S. Department of Transportation published today, August 18, 2020, the following information:
Today, the Department of Transportation issued an Order that to allow the four Chinese airlines currently performing scheduled passenger services to the United States to increase their services to eight weekly round-trip flights. This aggregate level of service is equivalent to the total number of flights now permitted by the Chinese aviation authorities for U.S. carriers. As of August 12, the two U.S. carriers currently operating scheduled passenger service in the U.S.-China passenger market, United Airlines (“United”) and Delta Air Lines (“Delta”), had qualified for additional flight frequencies pursuant to the terms of the Civil Aviation Authority of China (“CAAC”) Notice of March 26, 2020. Accordingly, United and Delta are...08-31-2020, 08:39 AM -
National Transportation Safety Board calls for Renewed Road Safety Effort as Nation Reopens | site |
(May 18, 2020) - - Today (May 18, 2020), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (May 18, 2020) — The National Transportation Safety Board is calling on Americans to practice highway safety with the same sense of responsibility they applied to reducing the spread of the coronavirus when they take to the nation’s roads as the country continues to reopen. In a “normal” year, more than 36,000 Americans are killed on our roads. While it is too early to tell what will happen to highway crash and fatality trends in the year of the pandemic, the desire to return to normality will increase the number of drivers on the road and that increases risk for highway users. “The number of traffic fatalities was a crisis before the pandemic,” said Robert L. Sumwalt, chairman of the National Transportation Safety Boar...05-29-2020, 02:00 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Modernizes Hours of Service Rules to Improve Safety and Increase Flexibility for America’s Truckers| site |
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(May 14, 2020) - - Today (May 14, 2020), the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) today published a final rule updating hours of service (HOS) rules to increase safety on America’s roadways by updating existing regulations for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. “America’s truckers are doing a heroic job keeping our supply chains open during this unprecedented time and these rules will provide ...05-23-2020, 02:00 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Final Rule to Enhance Air Carrier Pilot Development| site |
(February 25, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information:
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced a final rule aimed at enhancing the professional development of air carrier pilots. The Pilot Professional Development rule requires specific training for newly-hired pilots and supplemental training for captains. “When I met with the Colgan Flight 3407 families, they emphasized how important this rule on pilot training was in elevating safety in the aviation sector. I am glad that the Department has been successful in finalizing this rule,” said U. S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. All captains are now required to receive leadership and command training, as well as mentoring training, so that they may effectively mentor ...02-26-2020, 05:19 AM -
National Transportation Safety Board Issues Investigative Update on Sikorsky Helicopter Crash| site |
(February 7, 2020) - - Today (February 7, 2020), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: The National Transportation Safety Board issued an investigative update Friday for its ongoing investigation of the fatal, Jan. 26, 2020, helicopter crash near Calabasas, California. The Sikorsky S-76B helicopter collided with hilly terrain and was destroyed by impact forces and fire. The pilot and eight passengers were fatally injured. The helicopter operated by Island Express Helicopters Inc., was on an on-demand passenger visual flight rules flight from John Wayne-Orange County Airport, in Santa Ana, California, to Camarillo Airport, in Camarillo, California. "Our investigators have already developed a substantial amount of evidence about the circumstances of this tragic crash," said NTSB Chairman Robert L. Sumwalt. "And we...02-11-2020, 01:39 AM -
FedEx Pledges Transportation Support to Aid in Coronavirus Emergency| site |
Company Leveraging its Global Network to Assist in Crisis
(January 27, 2020) - - Today (January 27, 2020), FedEx published the following information: MEMPHIS, Tenn., January 27, 2020 — FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) is committing transportation and logistics support to humanitarian relief agencies as they respond to the coronavirus outbreak. As part of these efforts, FedEx Express will ship today more than 200,000 surgical masks and personal protective equipment such as gowns and gloves to its Asia Pacific Hub in Guangzhou, China to assist the humanitarian work of Direct Relief. FedEx is working closely with China Post which will deliver the aid from Guangzhou to Wuhan Union Hospital. “Direct Relief is deeply thankful to FedEx for enabling this rapid response to fulfill a very specific order that the medical staff in Wuhan’s largest hospital selected from our curre...02-03-2020, 07:43 PM -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Calls on Transportation Industry to "Put the Brakes on Human Trafficking"| site |
(January 28, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information:
WASHINGTON – U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced a series of efforts to combat human trafficking in the transportation sector. Secretary Chao was joined by leaders from Congress, state governments, and the transportation industry responding to this call to action.
“The U.S. Department of Transportation is committed to working with our public and private partners to fight human trafficking on America’s transportation system,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao.
Among the initiatives announced by Secretary Chao is a renewed focus on the “Transportation Leaders Against Human Trafficking” pledge to train the transportation workforce and raise public awareness on the...01-30-2020, 09:59 AM -
Addition of Graham, Chapman, brings National Transportation Safety Board back to 5 Members| site |
(January 2, 2020) - - Today (January 2, 2020), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information:
The National Transportation Safety Board is set to welcome aboard Michael Graham and Thomas Chapman as its newest board members, bringing the board to its full complement of five members for the first time since Feb. 15, 2019.
Graham is set to be sworn in Friday, by NTSB Chairman Robert Sumwalt, and Chapman on Monday. President Donald J. Trump nominated Graham and Chapman and the Senate voted to confirm them Dec. 19, 2019. Graham’s term as a board member is through 2025, and Chapman’s term runs through the end of 2023. Graham previously served as the director of Flight Operations Safety, Security and Standardization for Textron Aviation, Inc., overseeing their safety management system, global security an...01-18-2020, 12:11 AM -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces New Initiatives to Improve Safety on America’s Roads| site |
(January 15, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Secretary Elaine L. Chao today spoke at the 99th Annual Meeting of the Transportation Research Board (TRB) where she announced new transportation initiatives aimed at harnessing new and existing technologies to improve safety for the traveling public and first responders. “These safety initiatives will make a difference in saving lives and help prevent injuries among first responders and all road users,” said U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao. Today, Secretary Chao announced the next phase of the Partnership for Analytics Research in Traffic Safety (PARTS) program. PARTS II expands participation in the PARTS program to include almost 70% of the U.S. automobile market a...01-17-2020, 04:30 AM -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces Availability of More Than $900 Million for Infrastructure Investments Across America| site |
2020 criteria includes innovative technology including broadband deployment and intelligent transportation systems
(January 13, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation provided the following information:
WASHINGTON – U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced the latest round of the Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) discretionary grant program, which is making available more than $900 million for American infrastructure investments. The Department’s Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is available here. The INFRA program is expected to award $906 million to significant projects that support the Administration’s focus on infrastructure improvements as outlined in the NOFO. “The Department will invest more...01-15-2020, 03:58 AM -
UPDATE 1: National Transportation Safety Board Statement on Ukraine International Airlines flight PS752 Crash Investigation| site |
(January 9, 2020) - - Today (January 9, 2020), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: The National Transportation Safety Board’s Response Operations Center received formal notification from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Board of the Civil Aviation Organization of Iran of the crash of Ukraine International Airlines flight PS752. Under ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB has designated an accredited representative to the investigation of the crash, involving a Boeing 737-800. The NTSB continues to monitor the situation surrounding the crash and evaluate its level of participation in the investigation. As with any investigation in which the NTSB is involved, the agency will not speculate about the cause of the crash. Iran’s AAIB is the lead investigative agency and questions regarding the progress ...01-13-2020, 04:59 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Releases “Inclusive Design Challenge” Request for Information (RFI) | site |
(January 2, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has published a Request for Information (RFI) for the Inclusive Design Challenge, announced by Secretary Elaine L. Chao at the Access and Mobility for All Summit on October 29, 2019. “The Department will award $5 million to aid the development of innovative new solutions that increase the availability and accessibility and reduce the cost of technologies of light-duty passenger vehicles,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. The Inclusive Design Challenge will solicit solutions addressing obstacles faced by persons with physical, sensory, and/or cognitive disabilities. The goal of the Inclusive Design Challenge is to inspire inclusive designs for automated veh...01-09-2020, 01:14 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Issues Proposed Rule on Remote ID for Drones| site |
(December 31, 2019) - - Today (December 31, 2019), the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information:
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced a proposed rule https://www.federalregister.gov/docu...rcraft-systems that would continue the safe integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly called drones, into the nation’s airspace by requiring them to be identifiable remotely. “Remote ID technologies will enhance safety and security by allowing the FAA, law enforcement, and Federal security agencies to identify drones flying in their jurisdiction,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. The FAA seeks input on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for Remote Identification (Remote ID) of UAS that today was published in the Federal Register. I...01-03-2020, 05:22 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Up to $501.5 Million Loan for the Complete 540 Project in Raleigh, NC| site |
(December 18, 2019) - - Today (December 18, 2019), the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Build America Bureau (the Bureau) will provide up to a $501.5 million Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) loan to the North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA) to help finance the Complete 540 Project in the greater Raleigh area. “This $501.5 million federal investment in transportation infrastructure in the Raleigh region will promote economic growth while enhancing mobility and reducing congestion for area residents and travelers,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. The Complete 540 Project extends the Triangle Expressway (Tri-Ex) an additional 1...12-23-2019, 10:30 PM -
National Transportation Safety Board Releases Preliminary Report on South Dakota Crash InvestigationNational Transportation Safety Board Releases Preliminary Report on South Dakota Crash Investigation| site |
(December 17, 2019) - - Today, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information:
WASHINGTON (Dec. 17, 2019) — The National Transportation Safety Board issued its preliminary report Tuesday for its investigation of the Nov. 30, 2019, crash of a Pilatus PC12 in Chamberlain, South Dakota, which killed the pilot and eight passengers and injured three others.
The airplane was registered to Conrad & Bischoff, Inc., and operated by the pilot as a personal flight from Chamberlain Municipal Airport destined for Idaho Falls Regional Airport, Idaho.
According to preliminary data recovered from the data recorder installed on the airplane, the accident takeoff began from runway 31 about 12:31 p.m. central standard time. The airplane immediately rolled about 10 degrees to the left after...12-21-2019, 06:43 PM -
Two New York Commuter Rail Systems Implement National Transportation Safety Board Most Wanted List Recommendations | site |
(December 16, 2019) - - Today, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information:
WASHINGTON (Dec. 16, 2019) — Two of the country’s largest commuter rail operators recently enhanced the safety of their systems by implementing safety recommendations on the National Transportation Safety Board’s 2019-2020 Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements.
The safety recommendations to Metro-North Railroad and Long Island Railroad were the result of the NTSB’s investigation into five accidents involving Metro-North trains in Connecticut and New York that killed six people, injured 126 more and resulted in more than $28 million in damages. All five accidents occurred in 2013 and 2014. “The most important outcomes from NTSB investigations are the implementation of safety r...12-19-2019, 08:06 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Seeks Comment on Proposal to Improve the Accessibility of Lavatories on Single-Aisle Aircraft| site |
(December 16, 2019) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information:
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced that it is seeking public comment on proposed amendments to its Air Carrier Access Act regulation on the accessibility of lavatories on single-aisle aircraft.
The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on Accessible Lavatories on Single-Aisle Aircraft can be found HERE and provides the public with 60 days to comment on the proposed changes. Today’s NPRM is intended to improve the accessibility of single-aisle aircraft as single-aisle aircraft with seating capacity of 125 or more seats are increasingly being used by airlines for long-haul flights. At present, there is no requirement that airlines provide accessible lavatories on single-a...12-18-2019, 03:23 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Up to $502.9 Million Loan for Infrastructure Projects in Hampton Roads, VA | site |
(December 12, 2019) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information:
WASHINGTON – U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Build America Bureau (the Bureau) will provide up to a $502.9 million Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) loan to the Hampton Roads Transportation Accountability Commission (HRTAC) in Virginia to help finance several of HRTAC’s Regional Priority Projects.
“This $502.9 million federal investment in transportation infrastructure in the Hampton Roads region will promote economic growth while enhancing safety and mobility for area residents and travelers,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao.
The Regional Priority Projects, all on I-64,...12-14-2019, 08:14 AM -
National Transportation Safety Board says U.S. Aviation Fatalities Increased in 2018 | site |
(November 14, 2019) - - Today (November 14, 2019), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (Nov. 14, 2019) — U.S. civil aviation deaths increased from 347 in 2017 to 393 in 2018, according to preliminary statistics released Wednesday by the National Transportation Safety Board. The year 2018 saw the nation’s first airline passenger fatality since 2009, when a passenger on a Southwest airliner was killed in connection with an engine failure. Most aviation deaths in 2018 took place during general aviation operations, when 381 were killed, compared to 331 the year before. The fatal accident rate in general aviation was 1.029 accidents per 100,000 flight hours, compared to 2017’s rate of 0.935. Accidents in On-Demand Part 135 operations, which encompass charters, air taxis, air tours and medical serv...12-13-2019, 07:57 PM -
National Transportation Safety Board issues 6 Safety Recommendations Following Investigation of Hydrogen Release, Fire | site |
(November 19, 2019) - - Today (November 19, 2019), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: The National Transportation Safety Board issued Hazardous Materials Incident Report 19/02, Tuesday, following its investigation of the Feb. 11, 2018, release of compressed hydrogen and subsequent fire in Diamond Bar, California. No injuries were reported in connection with the incident but approximately 1,500 people were evacuated and resulting damages were estimated at $175,000. An Air Products tube trailer with a mounted Structural Composite Industries model CT-250 tube trailer module with 25 cylinders, 24 of which were fully loaded with compressed hydrogen, caught fire while being transported on Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar. The incident happened when an incorrect pressure relief device in...12-07-2019, 08:12 PM -
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao Codifies Reforms in New Departmental Rulemaking Process | site |
(December 5, 2019) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced a final rule codifying a series of important reforms to the Department’s rulemaking, guidance, and enforcement practices. The rule enhances transparency in how the Department issues rules and guidance documents, as well as strengthens due process in DOT enforcement actions. “When rules are outdated, duplicative, overly complex and contradictory, they harm the cause of safety and effectiveness. This effort enhances the department’s regulatory process by providing greater transparency and strengthening due process in enforcement actions,” said U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao. DOT is leading the way in reforming not just indiv...12-07-2019, 01:58 AM -
National Transportation Safety Board says Multi-Faceted Approach Needed to Combat Rise in Bicyclist Fatalities | site |
(December 5, 2019) - - Today, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information:
WASHINGTON (Dec. 5, 2019) — The National Transportation Safety Board’s report on bicyclist safety, issued Thursday, includes 22 safety recommendations addressing issues including roadway and intersection design, collision avoidance technology, blind spot detection systems and helmet use. Investigators identified two primary areas that, if addressed, would have the biggest effect on reducing the number of vehicle-bicycle collisions: improving roadway infrastructure for bicyclists and enhancing their conspicuity to other road users. “This country needs a multi-faceted approach to deal with a problem that is only getting worse: more Americans are dying in collisions involving bikes and motor vehicles,” said NTSB ...12-06-2019, 01:19 PM -
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao Announces Safety Enhancements for Highway-Rail Grade Crossings | site |
(December 2, 2019) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao today announced significant plans to advance highway-rail grade crossing safety. The announcement comes as the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) hosted a grade-crossing safety summit, with remarks from FRA Administrator Ron Batory, Acting Department of Transportation Deputy Secretary Steve Bradbury, and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Deputy Administrator Mala Parker. “The Department is committed to supporting infrastructure improvements, new communications tools, and working to change driver behavior so that highway-rail grade crossings are safe environments for all transportation users,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. Underscoring the Departme...12-04-2019, 12:08 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Seeks Public Input for Innovation Council | site |
(November 26, 2019) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation today published a Request for Comment (RFC) inviting the public and stakeholders to share public comments on how the Non-Traditional and Emerging Transportation (NETT) Council can be responsive to the needs of the public and industry. “The NETT council was established to provide a common portal to the Department’s decentralized modes to better engage with new technologies which are cross-modal; the Department is seeking input on how to make the NETT council work more effectively to prepare for the transportation system of the future,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. Since the Council’s inception in March 2019, innovators and stakeholders have approached the Department with concepts and ideas ...12-02-2019, 12:56 AM -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces Department of Transportation Grants Antitrust Immunity for Delta-Air France-KLM-Virgin Atlantic Joint Venture | site |
(November 21, 2019) - - Today (November 21, 2019), the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced that the Department has given final approval to an application by Delta Air Lines, Air France, KLM, and Virgin Atlantic to launch an expanded joint venture for all services between the United States and Europe. The expanded joint venture will replace two previously approved arrangements in the U.S.-United Kingdom and U.S.-continental Europe markets. The new joint venture will offer consumers the same benefits from the prior joint ventures, such as increased capacity and frequent flyer cooperation, as well as new benefits such as more options on European flights. The action by the Departmen...11-30-2019, 12:35 AM -
National Transportation Safety Board Issues 7 Safety Recommendations Based on Findings from Southwest Airlines Flight 1380 Investigation| site |
(November 19, 2019) - - Today, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (Nov. 19, 2019) — The National Transportation Safety Board determined during a public board meeting held Tuesday that a fractured fan blade from a CFM International CFM-56-7B engine, powering a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-700, led to the engine inlet and fan cowl separating and subsequently damaging the fuselage, resulting in a rapid cabin depressurization. One passenger died and eight others suffered minor injuries on April 17, 2018, when the fractured fan blade impacted the fan case, causing fan cowl fragments to strike the airplane’s fuselage near a cabin window. The window departed the airplane, and the cabin rapidly depressurized. The accident happened after Southwest Airlines flight 1380 de...11-25-2019, 05:01 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Funding Opportunity for Roadway Safety Tools | site |
(November 14, 2019) - - Today (November 14, 2019), the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information:
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation today published a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to build the capacity of state, local, and tribal governments to use innovative data tools and information to improve roadway safety.
“This is part of the Department’s ongoing effort to utilize predictive data analytics to identify and address systemic factors contributing to crashes and improve roadway safety in communities across America,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao.
The NOFO is an important step in the Department’s Safety Data Initiative, which helps communities devise policies to reduce roadway fatalities. This funding opportunity makes available up to $3 million to develop,...11-22-2019, 01:54 AM -
National Transportation Safety Board Says Changes to Roadway Design, Collision Avoidance Systems, More Helmet Use Needed to Address Increase in Bicyclist Fatalities| site |
(November 5, 2019) - - Today the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (Nov. 5, 2019) — Actions from federal and state agencies and bicyclists themselves are needed to lower the number of crashes between motor vehicles and bicycles said the National Transportation Safety Board during a public meeting Tuesday. In the NTSB’s first examination of bicyclist safety on U.S. roadways since its last report on this topic in 1972, the agency said critical changes were needed to address the recent rise in fatal bicycle crashes involving motor vehicles, even as overall traffic deaths fell in 2018. Investigators found that improving roadway design, enhancing the conspicuity of bicyclists through both visibility and technology, and increasing helm...11-15-2019, 10:24 PM -
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao Announces $900 Million Historic Investment in American Infrastructure| site |
(November 12, 2019) - - Today (November 12, 2019), the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced that the Trump Administration will invest $900 million in American infrastructure through the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Transportation Discretionary Grants program. The funding has been awarded to 55 projects in 35 states. “The Administration is targeting BUILD Transportation grants to repair, rebuild, and revitalize significant infrastructure projects across the country,” said U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao. Fiscal Year 2019 BUILD Transportation grants are for investments in surface transportation infrastructure and have been awarded on a competitive basis to projects with a significant impact in their ...11-15-2019, 09:45 PM -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces Nearly $50 Million to Improve Access and Mobility for All Americans | site |
Transportation Secretary Chao hosts summit to showcase progress on enabling transportation solutions for all
(October 29, 2019) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information:
WASHINGTON – U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced nearly $50 million in new initiatives to expand access to transportation for people with disabilities, older adults, and individuals of low income. At the Access and Mobility for All Summit, Secretary Chao announced her intent to fund new programs to develop and deploy innovations in technology and further interagency partnerships to improve mobility. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson and Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers also participated in the event. “The purpose of this $50 million new...11-02-2019, 11:33 PM -
National Transportation Safety Board Calls for National Safety Standards for Limousines| site |
(October 2, 2019) - - Today (October 2, 2019), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (Oct. 2, 2019) – The National Transportation Safety Board Wednesday called for new national requirements for seating and seat belt systems on limousines, citing evidence gathered in investigations of accidents in New York, Illinois and New Jersey. The NTSB’s Safety Recommendation Report recommended that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration require lap/shoulder belts for each passenger seating position on all new vehicles modified to be used as limousines. It also requires seating systems in these vehicles to meet minimum performance standards to ensure their integrity during a crash. The NTSB also called on the National Limousine Association to educate members on the benefits of proper seat belt use and recommended t...10-31-2019, 10:59 PM -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces Nearly One Billion Dollars in Infrastructure Grants to 354 Airports in 44 States| site |
(September 23, 2019) - - Today (September 23, 2019), the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced that the Department will award $986 million in airport infrastructure grants to 354 airports in 44 states and Puerto Rico and Micronesia. This is the fifth allotment of the total $3.18 billion in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Program (AIP) funding for airports across the United States. “Infrastructure projects funded by these grants will advance safety, improve travel, generate jobs and provide other economic benefits for local communities,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. Selected projects include runway reconstruction and rehabilitation, construction of firefighting facili...09-30-2019, 09:16 PM -
National Transportation Safety Board says Overpressurized Gas Distribution System Caused Explosions, Fires| site |
(September 24, 2019) - - Today, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (Sept. 24, 2019) — The National Transportation Safety Board determined Tuesday that Columbia Gas of Massachusetts’ deficiencies in management and oversight led to overpressurization of a natural gas distribution system which resulted in a series of fires and explosions in Merrimack Valley, Massachusetts. The Sept. 13, 2018, accident occurred after high-pressure natural gas was released into a low-pressure gas distribution system in the northeast region of the Merrimack Valley. One person was killed and 22 people, including three firefighters, were transported to area hospitals. The system over-pressure damaged 131 structures, including five homes that were destroyed. Prior to the overpressurization event a Colu...09-30-2019, 10:43 AM -
3 More Safety Recommendations Closed from National Transportation Safety Board’s 2019 – 2020 Most Wanted List| site |
(September 4, 2019) - - Today (September 4, 2019), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (Sept. 4, 2019) — Pipeline safety was recently improved with the implementation of three National Transportation Safety Board safety recommendations that called for improved inspection programs, better records and documentation of natural gas systems, and procedures to mitigate risks identified during management of change operations. On Wednesday the NTSB listed safety recommendations P-18-001, P-18-007 and P-18-009, as closed, acceptable action, on the NTSB’s 2019-2020 Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements, bringing to 11 the number of safety recommendations acceptably closed since the kickoff of the campaign Feb. 4, 2019. Safety Recommendation P-18-001 was issued to the Pipeline ...09-26-2019, 07:59 AM -
Gas Explosions, Fires in Massachusetts Subject of National Transportation Safety Board Meeting| site |
(August 26, 2019) - - Today (August 26, 2019), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (Aug. 26, 2019) — The National Transportation Safety Board announced Thursday its intention to hold a board meeting Sept. 24, 2019, 9:30 a.m. (EDT), to determine the probable cause of the Sept. 13, 2018, series of explosions and fires in the Merrimack Valley in Massachusetts. The explosions and fires occurred after high-pressure natural gas was released into a low-pressure gas distribution system in the northeast region of the Merrimack Valley. The system over-pressure damaged 131 structures, including five homes that were destroyed. Most of the damage was a result of structure fires ignited by gas-fueled appliances. One person was killed and 22 individuals, including three firefighters were transported to area hospitals. The...09-13-2019, 07:07 AM -
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces $225 Million in Grants| site |
(August 29, 2019) - - Today (August 29, 2019), the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information: WASHINGTON – U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced the recipients of $225 million in Competitive Highway Bridge Program (CHBP) grant funding. Awarded to 20 projects in 18 states, the grants will fund a variety of bridge improvements including replacement and rehabilitation. “This $225 million in federal funding will enable 18 states to make vital upgrades to select bridges in rural areas,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. By law, the funds were restricted to states with population densities of less than 100 people per square-mile based on Census data. Twenty-five states met program qualifications. The funds must be used for highway bridge replacement or rehabilitation projects on public roads that leverage the effi...09-12-2019, 01:49 PM -
National Transportation Safety Board to Hold Roundtable on Safety of Commercial Part 135 Flight Operations in Alaska | site |
(August 15, 2019) - - Today (August 15, 2019). the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published the following information: WASHINGTON (Aug. 15, 2019) — National Transportation Safety Board Chairman Robert L. Sumwalt is slated to host a public roundtable discussion Sept. 6, 2019, with Alaska-based commercial operators, safety experts, aviation industry associations, Federal Aviation Administration officials, and Alaska native tribal leaders on ways to improve the safety of commercial operations conducted under Part 135 of FAA regulations. Part 135 operations encompass both on-demand and scheduled operators, as well as air medical operations that provide essential air transportation services within Alaska. Between January 2008 and June 2019, 80 people died in 207 accidents involving Part 135 operations in Alaska. “The number of Part 135...08-27-2019, 09:50 AM