Plane Sense General Aviation Information, 2008

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Plane Sense General Aviation Information, 2008

Plane Sense is a handbook for aviation enthusiasts, especially aircraft owners and operators or those who are interested in becoming aircraft owners, who are looking for a quick reference guide on a number of general aviation topics. This handbook is published by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA is the executive agency responsible for aviation oversight in the United States. The FAAs mission is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world. The FAA is responsible for the safety of civil aviation. The Federal Aviation Act of 1958 created the agency under the name Federal Aviation Agency. The FAA adopted its present name in 1967 when it became a part of the Department of Transportation (DOT). The FAAs major roles include: Regulating civil aviation to promote safety Encouraging and developing civil aeronautics, including new aviation technology Developing and operating a system of air traffic control and navigation for both civil and military aircraft Researching and developing the National Airspace System (NAS) and civil aeronautics Developing and carrying out programs to control aircraft noise and other environmental effects of civil aviation Regulating U.S. commercial space transportation