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.
Aircraft
Awaiting G700 Cert, Gulfstream Working Through G280 Disruptions
General Dynamics chair calls G700 delays a surprise of 2023
Safety
Boeing Missing Key Elements of Safety Culture: FAA Report
Employees lack awareness of the basics in reporting safety concerns.
Avionics
Axnes Elevates Comms in Cormorant SAR Upgrade
The PNG wireless intercom system improves situational awareness
Regulations and Government
UK Tax Triggers North Sea Layoffs
Contagion spreads to offshore helicopter operators
Regulations and Government
New Fuel Efficiency Certification Rules Apply to Bizav
The U.S. rules apply to new type certificates and modified airplanes
Regulations and Government
Singapore and Supernal Develop Advanced Air Mobility
Hyundai subsidiary Supernal is developing a four-passenger eVTOL aircraft
Fuel
Colorado Proposes Big New Tax on Leaded Avgas
State bill would impose a 50-cent-per-gallon 'impact fee'
Regulations and Government
Senate FAA Reauthorization Mandates Part 135 for All Air Tours
Alphabets urge rejection of costly new Part 135 provisions
Training and Workforce
Embraer and CAE launches E2 FFS in Singapore
The E-Jet E2 full flight simulator in Singapore is the first of its kind in Asia-Pacific.
Regulations and Government
FAA Sets Restrictions for State of the Union Address
The flight restrictions will curtail operations into KDCA during the event
Regulations and Government
Canada TSB Issues Safety Advice after Helicopter Crash Investigation
TSB said that loss of visual reference was a factor
Avionics
Reliable Robotics Autopilot Tech Earns FAA Nod
The FAA accepted requirements for advanced aircraft navigation and autopilot systems
Regulations and Government
House, Senate Discuss Final FAA Bill; Timing Remains Unclear
Congress has until March 8 to complete work on the FAA bill or pass extension
Aircraft
Asia-Pacific Air Power Demand Fueled by China Threat
China’s expansionist aims boost requirements for military aircraft
Regulations and Government
NBAA Resource Eases CBP Entry Process at GA Airports
Guide compiles information from 300 U.S. general aviation airports with customs services
Regulations and Government
Lawmakers Urge FAA To Ease Path to Mental Health Care
In a joint letter, lawmakers urged FAA to remove barriers discouraging mental health care
Environment
Aviation Coalition Urges Canadian SAF Incentives
The group includes major players such as Bombardier, Airbus, IATA, and CBAA
Regulations and Government
Signature Pledges To Combat Human Trafficking
The FBO chain is now the first dedicated aviation services provider to sign the U.S. DoT pledge
Aircraft
Venice Conference Makes Case for Amphibious Aviation
New wave of seaplanes are promising to bring extra dimensions to air transportation
Regulations and Government
AINsight: Medical Standards and FAR 61.53
In addition to medical exams, pilots must also self-certify they are fit to fly before every flight
Regulations and Government
FAA Reauthorization Passes Senate Committee Following Retirement Age Debate
Raising the retirement age conflicts with international mandate
Regulations and Government
AOPA Sees Red over Super Bowl Event Pricing
Aircraft arriving in Vegas this week will be hit with costly special event fees
Regulations and Government
Senate Commerce To Consider Long-term FAA Bill
Controversy remains over effort to increase airline retirment age
Regulations and Government
DOT Offers Charter Waivers for Presidential Election
Waiver eases per-seat restriction on charters during election travel
Environment
EBAA, GAMA Urge Increased Tempo for SAF Adoption
The two aviation groups are advocating for an aggressive timeline towards 100 percent SAF use
Airports
FAA To Hand Out Nearly $250M in AIP Grants in 2024
Package includes 153 grants for airports in 37 U.S. states
Regulations and Government
ALPA President: Industry-led Push for Reduced-crew Flights Threatens Aviation
President Jason Ambrosi spoke out this week
Regulations and Government
House Approves Bonus Depreciation Extension
Tax act would restore 100 percent depreciation for aircraft
Regulations and Government
Transport Canada Looks To Update SMS Regs
Change aligns rules to ICAO-recommended standards
Rotorcraft
Tata and Airbus To Start Helicopter Production in India
H125 final assembly line will be Airbus' second manufacturing plant in the country
