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.
Regulations and Government
AOPA: Advisory Group Lacks GA Reps
The FAA Management Advisory Council (MAC) should have more representation from general aviation, AOPA told Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta early las
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NATA Calls Town Halls Successful
After recent visits to three Florida airports under pressure either to close or severely restrict operations, National Air Transportation Association presi
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NASAO Lauds Washington State
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) has named Washington the “Most Innovative State” this year for developing an online pilot-regi
Regulations and Government
FAA Mandates Better Voice and Flight Data Recorders
The FAA is mandating updated aircraft cockpit voice and flight data recorders for airplanes with 10 or more seats and operating under Parts 121, 125 or 135
ATC
FAA’s ADS-B NPRM Not Exactly a Slam Dunk
The FAA received more than 250 user comments about its ADS-B proposal before the comment period ended Tuesday, and the consensus is a fairly solid “Yes, bu
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Senate Urged To Pass FAA Reauthorization Bill Now
A coalition of 36 aviation organizations–including NBAA, GAMA and NATA, though not AOPA or ATA–sent a letter to the full U.S.
Regulations and Government
Washington Report: March 2008
• Following the recess for the year-end holiday season, the 110th Congress apparently was in no rush to resume work on leftover legislation and to prepare
Charter & Fractional
Operational control: FAA’s interest extends farther back than last year
Well before the conclusion of its extensive investigation of AMI Jet Charter and emergency revocation of AMI’s charter certificate last year, the FAA in
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Industry vows to fight proposed FY09 budget
When the FAA unveiled its Fiscal Year 2009 budget, it was another sign that the budget battle and the threat of user fees is far from over.
Regulations and Government
European aviation firms brace for carbon trading
The outlines of aviation’s place in the EU Emission Trading Scheme– a CO2 emission permit market–are becoming clearer.
Regulations and Government
Citing concerns, senators delay Sturgell hearing
Shortly after a Senate confirmation hearing last month for acting FAA Administrator Robert Sturgell to take the job permanently, New Jersey’s two Democrati
ATC
FAA Cuts Red Tape for Air Traffic Controller Hiring
To streamline the application process for air traffic controllers, the FAA has created consolidated screening and testing centers to provide “one-stop shop
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House Aviation Subcommittee Probes Runway Safety
During a House aviation subcommittee hearing on runway safety yesterday, DOT Inspector General Calvin Scovel noted that aviation stakeholders are expressin
ATC
GAMA and DOT IG Agree on NextGen Urgency
At Tuesday’s Annual Industry Review and Market Outlook, GAMA president and CEO Pete Bunce reiterated business aviation’s call for the government to drop th
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Stimulus Package Includes More Bonus Depreciation
The $168 billion economic stimulus plan President Bush signed yesterday includes a provision that alters section 168(k) of the Internal Revenue Code to all
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NJ Senators Block Sturgell Nomination
Shortly after a Senate confirmation hearing last week for Robert Sturgell to become the next FAA Administrator, New Jersey’s two Democratic senators announ
Regulations and Government
Congressional Observer: February 2008
• The House of Representatives of the 110th Congress adjourned in mid-December.
Safety
Lithium battery fires spark new rules
New regulations limiting–and in some cases prohibiting–the transport of certain types of batteries on passenger aircraft are directed at the airlines, but
Regulations and Government
New FAA Staffers Named
President Bush has appointed Douglas Lavin as FAA assistant administrator of the newly created Office of International Aviation, and Sharon Pinkerton as as
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Congressional Observer: May 2003
Cutting President Bush’s proposals to reduce taxes by some $726 billion; concern over ever increasing deficits that are now approaching a record $400 billi
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Icy Reception for Bush’s FY09 FAA Budget
The Bush Administration yesterday proposed a $14.643 billion
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No consensus on user fees, FAA awaits new funding
With the 110th Congress back in Washington for its second session, the general aviation community was girding last month to continue its opposition to user
ATC
DOT watchdog criticizes high pay for air traffic controllers
With the major airlines toppling in all directions, and the opportunities there for young pilots diminishing rapidly, maybe thinking about a different care
Regulations and Government
Enhanced vision subject of proposed FAR update
Some have called enhanced vision the single most important advance in aviation safety since the introduction of airborne weather radar more than 40 years a
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Senate Might Delay FAA Budget Action
With FAA reauthorization still bogged down in the Senate over user fees, staff members are drafting a bill to extend the current aviation excise taxes unti
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FAA Finalizes Mandatory MU-2 Training SFAR
Yesterday, the FAA issued the final version of MU
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R&D Funding, Coordination Urged
General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) president Ed Bolen added his voice to a growing chorus that is pushing for more government coordination a
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Blakey Boosts FSDO Consistency
FAA Administrator Marion Blakey chose a speech before the Washington Aero Club to announce a new project designed to bring more consistency among the vario
