The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking the cooperation of the Department of Transportation to improve air transport of human organs
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is working on developing improved practices for transporting human organs on commercial airlines, as announced in a recent notice. This initiative follows a request from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to enhance the efficiency and safety of organ transportation. The FAA is seeking input from the public, including airlines, organ procurement organizations, and medical professionals, to gather insights on current practices and potential improvements. The goal is to reduce delays and ensure that organs reach their destinations in optimal condition, thereby increasing the success rate of transplant surgeries. The FAA's efforts are part of a broader effort to streamline the organ donation and transplantation process.