Business · 12/05/2023Updated: 10/16/2026 · 1 min read

FAA Finalizes Policy for Airport Closures for Non-Aeronautical Purposes

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released a new policy statement outlining procedures for temporarily closing airports for non-aeronautical events, in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act.

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