The agency’s limitations in this role have been “revealed” since launching its conflict zone information repository after the 2014 downing of flight MH17.
Because security has always been a core priority for business aviation, additional federal regulations might not necessarily yield any better security.
Rain and low visibility were reported in the area at the time, and witnesses reported seeing the turboprop twin in a steep bank before it hit the water.
Brazilian armed forces, police and fire departments will use the Helibras helicopters for airspace defense, transporting security personnel during Games.
Bizjet operators flying in for Olympics are being urged to arrange itineraries to undergo additional security checks outside host city Rio and São Paulo.