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by David Beranek David Beranek is a Senior Project Manager at Capitol Airspace Group where he focuses on FAA and DoW reviews for large-scale utility and infrastructure projects. A former U.S. Air Force pilot, David is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Oklahoma State University.. As […]
by Travis Harrison Travis Harrison is a Project Manager at Capitol Airspace Group, specializing in utility-scale solar and transmission lines. Previously, he served as Lead Solar Analyst in CAG’s Analytical Department. He holds a Masters of Science in Geospatial Intelligence from the University of Maryland and is a rated FAA pilot. As the nation’s energy […]
by Justin Hetland Justin Hetland is a Project Manager at Capitol Airspace Group and is a certified flight instructor. Prior to joining CAG, Justin served as an Aeronautical Information Specialist at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), evaluating the impacts of tall structures on the national airspace system. The FAA has long worked with crane operators […]
Based on our experience with previous shutdowns and what we’ve learned today, here’s what you can expect: Specific to the FAA Aeronautical Study Process Specific to the DoD Review Process Post-Shutdown Expectations When the government reopens, we expect a surge in project activity that will impact turnaround times for both existing and new filings. Based […]
Secretary Duffy’s USDOT will now recommend a minimum 1.2-mile setback for turbines built near highways and railroads following a recent report.
The FAA recently published “Change 1”, effective August 7th, 2025, to Joint Order 7400.2R, which outlines updated procedures for handling airspace matters.
Broadcast veteran Cindy Hutter Cavell, director of the Spectrum Group at Capitol Airspace Group, recently shared her insights on evolving STL technologies. With nearly five decades in broadcasting and a NAB Television Engineering Achievement Award to her name, Cavell highlighted the growing adoption of IP-based delivery systems and transmitters with IP inputs, which offer broadcasters […]
The National Radio Systems Committee’s AM Improvement Working Group, including Capitol Airspace Group’s Spectrum team member, John Kean, published a study examining the effects of RF noise on AM radio reception in cars.
The FAA has updated its guidelines for the proper way to light and mark obstructions affecting navigable airspace. Advisory Circular 70/7460-1M for Obstruction Lighting and Marking is effective immediately. It cancels Advisory Circular 70/7460-1L.
FAA Issues Joint Order 7400.2R The FAA recently published FAA Joint Order 7400.2R, which outlines updated procedures for handling airspace matters. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) published a final policy aimed at ensuring that airport solar projects don’t create hazardous glare. The policy requires airports to measure the visual impact of such projects on pilots and air traffic control […]