Regulations and Government
News about bills, laws, regulations and other governmental decisions affecting aviation and aerospace. Topics include FAA re-authorizations, taxes on fuel and aviation activities, environmental legislation, ICAO decisions, governmental mediation of labor conflicts and World Trade Organization disputes and decisions.
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Canada Keeps Aircraft under Luxury Tax Umbrella
Tax is estimated to have caused the loss of 3,800 jobs and $1.1 billion in revenues
Regulations and Government
Cockpit Video Recorder Mandates Remain Elusive
Lawmakers once again decline to require cameras in airline cockpits
Environment
New SAF Tax Incentive Guidelines Add Strings to Ethanol Feedstock Use
Under the new GREET model, corn and soy crops will require smart farming practices
ATC
Canada ADS-B Expansion Prompts Update Notice
On May 24, ADS-B is scheduled to include Canada’s Class B domestic airspace
Regulations and Government
Aviation Groups Praise Deal on FAA Bill
The Senate will consider the bill first
Regulations and Government
AutoFlight Begins Chinese Certification of Prosperity eVTOL Aircraft
In March, Chinese officials approved the CarryAll autonomous freighter version
Regulations and Government
House, Senate Strike Accord on Long-term FAA Bill
House, Senate on track to vote before FAA authorization expires on May 10
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
German Politicians Stall eVTOL Loan Guarantee Approvals
Bavaria has blocked support for Volocopter and Lilium
Environment
UK Launches Clearing House To Assist in SAF Certification
The program will work with its U.S. and EU counterparts to provide advice and funding
Aircraft
U.S. Navy Assesses Electra eSTOL Aircraft for Ship-based Operations
The Army and Air Force are also eyeing the hybrid-electric aircraft
Environment
EU Fuel Stakeholders Examine Non-CO2 Environmental Impact
With fossil fuels expected to remain for decades, changes in formulation are needed
Charter & Fractional
FAA Issues SMS Rules for Part 135 Operators
Charter operators will have up to three years to implement a proactive safety system
Regulations and Government
U.S. Senate Bill Would Stand Up AI Standards Organization
Bipartisan senators introduced bill to foster AI R&D, collaboration
Regulations and Government
GAMA Outlines Path to Electric Aviation Future in Europe
GAMA released recommendations for regulators and policymakers to support electric aviation
Regulations and Government
Archer Aviation Opens Policy Hub in Washington, D.C.
California-based eVTOL developer builds momentum for FAA certification
Environment
EPA: U.S. Business Jet and Turboprop CO2 Emissions Down 62% since 2005
Emissions also fell 38% between 2019 and 2022 despite a 23% increase in flight hours
Regulations and Government
IRS Chief Expresses Concern about Business Aircraft Deductions
Werfel told Congress IRS resources had been 'stretched thin' in the area of bizjet deduction compliance
Regulations and Government
NBAA Pushes Back on NYC Council's Anti-helicopter Moves
Efforts by council could drastically reduce helicopter usage
Regulations and Government
AIA Calls for Passage of Tax Act with R&D Expensing Fix
A 2022 tax change altered the way businesses deduct R&D expenses
Regulations and Government
FAA Guidance Provides Compliance Path for European Ramp Checks
FAA's policy notice fills a gap in guidance that has been ongoing for years
Airports
General Aviation Threat Removed at Dublin Airport for Now
Proposed passenger caps no longer apply to general aviation operations at Irish airport
Regulations and Government
Axis Building King Air 90GTx Flight Sim for INCAS
Company has finished flight testing campaign to gather data for simulator
Regulations and Government
AINsight: Medical Standards and FAR 61.53 Part 2
Disqualifying medical conditions for pilots aren't equal—the devil is in the details
Environment
Latest Round of FAA Airport Grants Includes SAF Provisions
The FAA is offering funding to facilitate the expansion of SAF usage
Regulations and Government
Comment Period Extended on FAA Mx Options Proposal
Agency gives an additional month for comments due to omissions and errors in the NPRM
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
International Skies Open Wider with ICAO's Latest Drone Regulations
The framework policy includes provisions for remote pilot licenses
Regulations and Government
Brown, Inman Round Out Safety Board Slate
Brown will fill a board seat through 2026 and Inman through 2027
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Aircraft May Be Exempted from Canada Luxury Tax
Finance committee says aircraft should not be included in luxury tax
Airports
Sustainable Aviation Consortium Launches in San Antonio
Ampaire's Electric EEL hybrid-electric technology demonstrator flew to San Antonio for the occasion
Regulations and Government
FAA Seeking Pilots for Cognitive Research Study
Participants can earn up to $500 to take FAA cognitive test
