This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, September 18, 2026 (36 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 3 squares
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FAA as a word: The letter ف in the Arabic script; (aviation) Initialism of Federal Aviation Administration (agency regulating U.S. aviation).
FAA has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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