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
EASA To Hold Business Aviation Workshop in January
The two-day event will be at the European air safety agency's headquarters in Cologne, Germany
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
France May Provide Funds for Lilium eVTOL Aircraft Production Line
The German company is in negotiations with French officials over subsidies and loan guarantees
Regulations and Government
AINsight: Personal Liability of Aircraft LLC Owners
Piercing the veil isn't as difficult as many LLC owners assume
Regulations and Government
FAA Bill Overwhelmingly Passes Senate
Senate voted 88 to 4 in favor of reauthorizing the FAA
Regulations and Government
FAA Approves More Antidepressants for Pilots
Three additional medications are now "conditionally acceptable"
Regulations and Government
Lawmakers Pushing To Get FAA Bill Passed This Week
NBAA put out a call for members to urge action on FAA bill
Aircraft
EHang Makes First eVTOL Aircraft Passenger Flight in the UAE
Abu Dhabi's Wings Logistics Hub plans to buy 100 of the EH216 model
Environment
EBACE Show Organizers Announce Trio of Keynote Speakers
An aviation pioneer, air traffic management leader, and local politician will address EBACE 2024
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
MightyFly Flies Autonomous Freighter in FAA-approved Corridor
The 100-pound-payload Cento is expected to have a range of up to around 522 nm
Regulations and Government
NATA Gives Insights into Part 145 Applicant Processes
Resource ensures thorough understanding of FAA requirements for repair stations
ATC
DOT Inspector General Report Faults FAA NextGen Progress
U.S. NextGen air traffic management may not be as transformational as originally promised
Regulations and Government
Transonic Exits Parts Distribution Accreditation Program
The company's records and procedures were not in FAA compliance
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
GAMA Outlines Path to Electric Aviation Future in Europe
GAMA released recommendations for regulators and policymakers to support electric aviation
Regulations and Government
NBAA Pushes Back on NYC Council's Anti-helicopter Moves
Efforts by council could drastically reduce helicopter usage
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
