Santa cleared for takeoff by FAA, will deliver gifts in eco-friendly

Right about nevertheless, Santa's likely gearing up for his mad dash around the world, his flight path approved by authorities and his sleigh tricked out with the newest research.

The sleigh, code-named "Santa One," has been outfitted with satellite-based NextGen research to help with cruising altitude, said U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood in a statement, and Rudolph's nose will feature position-broadcasting avionics.