Air travel demand is booming, and cancellations are down. We're gearing up for an even busier summer and taking action now to improve flight times and reduce the risk of cancellations.

I cannot underscore enough the importance of our partnerships and building trust to protect our communities. Today, I spoke to the MELOA on these principles as well as the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Thanks David P. Pekoske, Emily and Lisa and everyone at TSA for our continued partnership that makes air travel safe and secure.

Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek to the people who shape the lives of generations to come! Last month, FAA engineers and technicians got to play teacher-for-a-day and read children’s aviation books to over 31 classrooms. Read more at bit.ly/3MfZGLY. #ReadAcrossAmerica

We caught up with the FAA’s Abby Smith at XPONENTIAL 2025 to talk about drone detection and the recently formed Aviation Rulemaking Committee. #XPO2023

We’re looking at more than 100 space launches each year. Factor on top of that, the rise of air taxis and traditional aviation. We’re going to have to maximize the efficiency of the system to ensure that all safety needs are met.

Thank you all for everything you do to serve the American people and the nation! You are true public servants.

Across the country, work is underway to modernize our nation's aging airports and improve your traveling experience. Americans deserve the best. Here are some projects that are making our aviation system safer, more sustainable, and accessible for all.

ICYMI. The FAA awarded a $500K grant to the Tuskegee Airmen Historical Museum in Detroit to help students soar in aviation careers. The FAA’s Laurence Wildgoose was there with students yesterday. Learn about our grants at bit.ly/3MuVubh. #FAASTEM

Thursday, May 25 will be the busiest day for air travel ahead of #MemorialDay. If you plan to be on one of the 51,194 expected flights, check with your airline for your flight status before you leave home. Get tips to prepare for your trip at bit.ly/3NP6KOZ. #TravelTips

I was honored to join you today, Aerospace Industries. My message to you is to keep innovating. And my charge to the FAA team is to welcome innovation, not despite what it might mean to aviation safety and efficiency, but because of it.

Booking a flight? A low-stress trip starts with good planning. Here are 5 steps to follow for better air travel. Get resources at faa.gov/travelers and from Travel - State Dept, CBP, CDC Travel Health and TSA.

Thanks, Brenda, and everyone who is working around the clock this busy week to get travelers to their destinations safely.

ICYMI. This is a significant investment in aviation safety that will get us closer to ending runway incursions and confusion.

Traveling this Memorial Day Weekend? 📺Tune In: Hear from Secretary Pete Buttigieg about the steps U.S. Department of Transportation is taking to protect passengers' rights & hold airlines accountable ahead of what's expected to be the busiest summer for air travel since before the pandemic. youtube.com/embed/nvAbBuSn…

Get your air travel questions answered today at 1 PM ET.

Flight attendants are safety pros. Here’s your opportunity to go behind-the-scenes with shafa marwah’s Mary Garton to learn how to keep our youngest travelers safe.

Thanks to our FAA engineers and technicians who keep our airspace safe.

America delivered the aviation age, and should always have the world's best aviation system. This administration is delivering improvements to airports of all sizes across the country.

Last Week, TSA alongside U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Department of Transportation released the 2023 National Strategy for Transportation Security. The report details a forward-looking, whole-of-government approach to protect our transportation systems from attack. READ ⬇️ dhs.gov/publication/20…