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
Coming DRVSM crunch could extend LOA delays
The road to RVSM approval can be as smooth as a ribbon of freshly laid desert highway or as rough as a rock-strewn forest switchback.
Regulations and Government
Corporate jet deductions in Congress’s crosshairs
Personal use of corporate aircraft is coming under increasing attack by Congress.
A bill has been submitted in the House of Representatives that seeks
A bill has been submitted in the House of Representatives that seeks
Regulations and Government
Washington notam called innappropriate
A notam for aircraft flying in the Washington ADIZ that was instigated by an incident last month involving a Kentucky State Police King Air is inappropriat
Regulations and Government
New DRVSM documents on FAA web site
The FAA has posted two new documents on its Web site to help business aircraft operators deal with the upcoming January 20 deadline for domestic reduced ve
Regulations and Government
Emergency flight network expanding
Angel Flight Northeast, one of six regional divisions of the national volunteer-pilot program, recently signed an agreement with the Homeland Security Depa
Regulations and Government
Owners Have 30 Days to Update Address
As part of an increase in the FAA’s regulatory-enforcement program, aircraft owners have until July 31 to complete and return the triennial aircraft regist
Safety
Judge Denies Carnahan Family’s Request for Trial
A Circuit Court judge refused to grant a new trial to the family of the late Missouri Gov.
Regulations and Government
Sikorsky S-92 Obtains European Certification
The S-92 medium-twin helicopter has become the first rotorcraft to be certified by the new European Aviation Safety Agency.
Regulations and Government
FAA Sets TSO Sights on Night Vision Goggles
The FAA is proposing a technical standard order (TSO) for night vision goggles.
Regulations and Government
FAA/JAA Helicopter Noise Standards Harmonized
Manufacturers of newly designed helicopters will have to meet slightly revised U.S.
Security
TSA not enforcing ticket revocation rule
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has quietly suspended enforcement of the rule that allowed the agency to revoke a pilot’s certificate for
Regulations and Government
FAA turns a blind eye to the ELT debacle
Although the FAA warned business jet operators that there was no way it could extend a January 1 deadline for installation of emergency locator transmitter
ATC
FAA plans first ADS-B operations by end of 2004
If asked today for their views about automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B), many pilots might respond that it was developed to meet the unique
Regulations and Government
NTSB tells FAA to scrutinize repair station applicants
The NTSB has recommended that the FAA issue a regulation similar to FAR 119.39 to apply to applicants for a Part 145 repair station certificate.
Regulations and Government
ARSA challenges TSA on repair station security
Once again general aviation is put in a “damned if you do, damned if you don’t” situation.
Airports
Jackson Hole Airport Board to meet on Stage 2 ban this month
A public hearing was held at Jackson Hole, Wyo., on March 17 to address the airport’s intention to ban operations by all Stage 2 aircraft with an mtow of l
Airports
FAA approves noise plan for Florida airport
The FAA has approved most elements of the noise-compatibility program (NCP) for Martin County Airport/Witham Field (SUA) in Stuart, Fla.
Regulations and Government
FAA to prepare environmental impact statement at SAT
The FAA will prepare an environmental impact statement (EIS) for implementation of several proposed improvements to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Regulations and Government
FAA Backs Far East Bizav
After a journey to the Far East that took them to Singapore, China and Japan, FAA brass returned home carrying amended bilateral aviation safety agreements
Regulations and Government
Congressional Observer April 2004
With election time nearing, look for presidential candidates to fuss, fret and be defensive about government spending.
Regulations and Government
Comments Due on Two Proposals
April 16 is the comment deadline for two FAA proposals.
Charter & Fractional
Air East appealing emergency revocation
Air East filed an appeal with the NTSB over the emergency revocation of its Part 135 certificate on March 8, grounding the Farmingdale, N.Y.
Regulations and Government
Trades Respond to Part 61 Rulemaking
As the industry digests the more than 100 changes the FAA has proposed to Part 61, some trade associations are taking positions on the more substantial cha
Regulations and Government
Comments due this month on air-tour changes
Interested parties have until April 19 to comment on the FAA’s proposal to require all air-tour operators to be certified under Part 135 or 121 regulations
Aircraft
Special Conditions Proposed for Falcon 7X
The FAA released proposals for several special conditions related to the certification of the Dassault Falcon 7X, which is expected in the second quarter.
Regulations and Government
IA Renewal Guidance Published
The FAA released Notice N8000.354, providing guidance to agency inspectors regarding the new two-year inspection authorization (IA) renewal period.
Regulations and Government
Pilot of Greek Falcon in fatal upset appeals his case
The pilot of the Greek government Falcon 900 that suffered an in-flight fatal upset (AIN, July 2002, page 59) is appealing his guilty conviction before the
Airports
Congress Asked To Ban Stage 1 and 2 Bizjets
A group of airports, local governments and residents has requested that Congress order the complete phase-out of all Stage 1 and Stage 2 aircraft regardles
Regulations and Government
Investigation Uncovers Pilot Medical Frauds
Some 43 pilots in Northern California charged with making false statements on their applications for medical certifications entered plea agreements.
Regulations and Government
White House wants to cut NASA’s aerospace funds
While the Aerospace Industries Association calls for more money for aeronautics research and development, the Bush White House wants a NASA budget that wou
