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
The Ohio Department of Transportation reversed itself and announced Thursday it has approved a permit for the Cleveland Browns to build their proposed stadium next to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.
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
We are pleased to announce the addition of two highly accomplished professionals to the Capitol Airspace Group team. Please join us in welcoming Bill Ratts and Justin Hetland, who have joined us as Project Managers. Bill and Justin each bring over two decades of aviation experience and most recently served as Airspace Specialists within the FAA’s
Capitol Airspace Group, following its merger with Cavell, Mertz & Associates, will participate in the NAB Show 2025 in Las Vegas, where they will present on trends in broadcasting and aviation.
Steven Sample has joined Capitol Airspace Group, bringing with him extensive experience from his previous role as Executive Director of the Military Aviation and Installation Assurance Siting Clearinghouse, where he reviewed thousands of energy proposals and coordinated policy development. His past roles include leadership positions in the Ranges and Airspace Division of Air Force Headquarters
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.