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.
Environment
U.S. DOT Issues Aviation Guidance ahead of Total Eclipse
First total eclipse to hit the U.S. in seven years is expected to be a great spectacle
Engines
FAA Consults on Special Conditions for Safran Electric Engine
The EngineUs family of electric motors has been selected for several new aircraft
Regulations and Government
GAO Calls for DOT To Move Ahead on Pandemic Plan
DOT expects to release a pandemic preparedness plan this year, nine years after GAO recommended
Regulations and Government
Florida Case Alleges Aviation Fuel Pricing Fraud against Travolta Company
Pilots allegedly embezzled nearly $800,000 from Travolta business
Aircraft
Joby's eVTOL Aircraft Coming to MacDill Air Force Base
Operational testing will begin at MacDill in 2025
Security
TFRs Ramping Up Alongside Presidential Election Campaigns
A midweek campaign visit by President Joe Biden will cause general aviation restrictions at Dallas airports
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Early eVTOL Aircraft Deliveries Boost EHang's Revenues
Chinese company prepares to certify the larger, longer-range VT30 eVTOL model
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
Aviation Groups Oppose Tax Increases on Business Aircraft
Organizations say higher taxes will harm business aviation industry
Security
Doubts Raised over Possible Ukrainian Airspace Reopening
Ukraine's government has opened discussions with air safety regulators EASA and FAA
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
NBAA Chief: Business Aviation Under Attack
Urges community outreach to oppose proposed measures
Regulations and Government
White House Resurrects Call for Increased Bizjet Taxes
White House wants to increase fuel tax fivefold and extend depreciation schedules
Regulations and Government
FAA Funding Bill Protects Data Privacy, Targets Sustainability
The FY2024 funding bill calls for FAA to consider bizav's diversity in the SMS rulemaking
Regulations and Government
AINsight: Corporate Transparency Act Descends on Bizav
Critical to understand and comply with the new law despite its challenges and invasiveness.
Regulations and Government
Bolen: White House 'Unfairly' Targeting Business Jets
President Biden stresses need to cut private aircraft tax breaks
Regulations and Government
Aircraft Operators, FBOs Face New UK Border Controls
More passenger data and prior approval will be required for non-UK citizens
Regulations and Government
FAA To Get Funding Boost with Focus on Controllers, Oversight
,Congress is providing the FAA a $1.25 billion increase for $20.28B in FY'24
Airports
UK Considers New Night Noise Limits for London Airports
The changes, running through October 2028, would mainly impact Stansted Airport
Regulations and Government
Johnny Law’s Long Reach into Bizjet Operations
AIN 2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit – Legal Roundtable, moderated by Nathan R. Pietila, Shareholder, Aero Law Group PC
Regulations and Government
Ex-EBAA Leader Fernand François Passes Away
Career in aviation spanned five decades, including journalism and industry advocacy
Safety
FAA Introduces More Airport Arrival Alert Notices
Arrival Alerts Notices are designed to help avoid pilots from landing on the wrong runway.
Regulations and Government
House Passes Third FAA Extension
Under the House-approved measure, lawmakers would have until May 10 to complete a long-term FAA bill
Charter & Fractional
Blog: Could Monopolies Be the Norm for eVTOL Air Taxi Services?
Dubai's decision to give exclusive access to Joby has ruffled feathers
Rotorcraft
After Change in Operators, Irish Coast Guard Unveils New Livery
Bristow Ireland will take over operation of the service's AW189 fleet
Environment
California Fuel Proposals Draw Industry Opposition
Proposals would regulate jet fuel and ban leaded avgas
Safety
FAA Calls for ‘Action Plan’ to Address Boeing’s Deficient Quality Control
Agency insists that Boeing meets non-negotiable safety standards
Regulations and Government
FAA Clarifies Part 135 FDR Seating Configuration Regs
The agency is seeing confusion surrounding FDR requirements
Aircraft
Awaiting G700 Cert, Gulfstream Working Through G280 Disruptions
General Dynamics chair calls G700 delays a surprise of 2023
Avionics
Axnes Elevates Comms in Cormorant SAR Upgrade
The PNG wireless intercom system improves situational awareness
Safety
Boeing Missing Key Elements of Safety Culture: FAA Report
Employees lack awareness of the basics in reporting safety concerns.
Regulations and Government
UK Tax Triggers North Sea Layoffs
Contagion spreads to offshore helicopter operators
