Which organization serves as the regulatory authority for all aviation in the United States?

Which organization serves as the regulatory authority for all aviation in the United States?

• A. FAA
• B. NTSB
• C. NASA
• D. DOD

Answer: (A)

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulates civil aviation in the United States. It sets safety standards, certifies aircraft and pilots, and governs how airlines and other operators fly in U.S. airspace. The FAA also manages air traffic rules and enforces aviation regulations to keep flight operations safe and orderly. The NTSB investigates accidents and issues safety recommendations, but does not regulate. NASA conducts research, and the Department of Defense handles military aviation—areas outside FAA civil regulatory authority.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulates civil aviation in the United States. It sets safety standards, certifies aircraft and pilots, and governs how airlines and other operators fly in U.S. airspace. The FAA also manages air traffic rules and enforces aviation regulations to keep flight operations safe and orderly. The NTSB investigates accidents and issues safety recommendations, but does not regulate. NASA conducts research, and the Department of Defense handles military aviation—areas outside FAA civil regulatory authority.