Tag: airport facility

Transportation Security Administration Opens Training Facility in Las Vegas

By Joe Bebon, Editor Jun 21, 2023 Security

Updated: Jun 21, 2023

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recently marked the official launch of the TSA Academy West in Las Vegas. TSA Administrator David Pekoske joined federal, county, and local officials for the ribbon-cutting event on June 9. TSA Academy West is a 26,000-square-foot facility that features six classrooms, two large multipurpose rooms, and virtual instruction space. The […]

FAA Challenge Lets Kids Design Airports Using Minecraft

By Joe Bebon, Editor Apr 5, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Apr 6, 2023

Will the kid gamers of today design the airports of tomorrow? The Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) annual Airport Design Challenge took flight on April 1 and is open for enrollment. The challenge helps students design virtual airports using the Microsoft game Minecraft. Students studying science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) across the globe will meet aviation professionals […]