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
FAA Reauthorization Bill Clears House with Strong Support
U.S. Senate action on FAA reauthorization remained uncleared as the House easily passes its version, side-stepping some of the more contentious issues.
Rotorcraft
Coulson Helos Tapped for SoCal Quick Reaction Force
Coulson will provide a trio of CH-47 firefighting helicopters to Southern California's Quick Reaction Force.
Regulations and Government
Sen. Markey Calls for Higher Taxes on 'Fat Cat' Jets
In a return to the "fat cat" characterization of business jets, Sen. Edward Markey is offering legislation to vastly increase fuel taxes on such aircraft.
Aircraft
China Approves Amphibious Aircraft for Firefighting
AVIC's new AG600 Kunlong amphibious aircraft will also be used for emergency missions, including maritime search and rescue flights.
Regulations and Government
FAA Bill Heads to House Floor
The House will consider a comprehensive five-year FAA reauthorization bill.
Regulations and Government
Bizav Operators Warned about Polish Pax Data Enforcement
With more attention now being paid to passenger name record enforcement by Polish board guards, aircraft operators will be given less leeway.
Rotorcraft
Airbus Helicopters H175 Certified in China
Chinese certification of the Airbus H175 super-medium twin-engine helicopter clears the way for deliveries in the country later this year.
Training and Workforce
FAA Evaluating Loft Dynamics VR Helo Sims
Loft Dynamics' VR sims for R22 and H125 helos will be installed at the FAA's Hughes Center for Evaluation Loft Dynamics' VR sims for R22 and H125 helos will be installed at the FAA's Hughes Center for Evaluation
Regulations and Government
FAA Bill To Take Center Stage in House this Week
The House Rules Committee is set to set the parameters for a full House vote this week with some amendments, including one involving FBOS, drawing fire.
Regulations and Government
Belgian Government Considers New Air Traffic Noise Limit
Proposed cuts to aircraft noise could impact business aviation, as could possible restrictions on domestic private jet movements.
Regulations and Government
Helicopter Pilot Cited for Grand Teton Park Landing
A helicopter pilot faces federal charges after allegedly illegally landing in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park.
Accidents
Night Winching Near-collision Prompts Reforms
A helicopter nearly hit cliff while winching paramedic during night-time search and rescue mission prompting regulations and additional NVG training.
Regulations and Government
ALPA Ups Opposition to DOT Part 380 Public Charter Rule
The Air Line Pilots Association cited JSX as an example of what it called a scheduled carrier using a "regulatory loophole."
Regulations and Government
EBAA Ambassadors Meet at MedAire's London Center
Companies willing to speak up for business aviation learned how the industry is responding to crises around the world, and rising demand for support.
Airports
London City Airport To Appeal Block on Capacity Limits
The privately owned airport intends to challenge the recent rejection of plans to allow longer operator hours and increase the cap on passenger numbers.
Regulations and Government
Woman Accused of Pocketing $80,000 in Honor Flight Donations
Joni Nogay faces felony theft charges for appropriating donations intended to finance veteran honor flights to Washington, D.C.
Regulations and Government
Portugal Rolls Out Private Aviation Carbon-emissions Tax
Flying out of Portugal just got more expensive for business aviation.
Regulations and Government
FAA Addresses Wait Times for SP-Part 135 Approvals
The FAA has issued new safety guidelines for single pilot Part 135 compliance.
Regulations and Government
GAMA Strengthens European Team With New Appointments
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association appointed a head of European government affairs and an airworthiness and regulatory specialist in Brussels.
Regulations and Government
Australia’s CASA Issues Guidelines for Vertiport Design
Australia’s CASA has released guidelines for vertiport design following a public consultation process that closed at the end of March.
Charter & Fractional
Wheels Up Sues FlyExclusive over Contract Dispute
Wheels Up claims FlyExclusive illegally terminated an agreement to provide supplemental lift.
Environment
Australia's Government Pledges AU$30M for SAF Growth
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency has invited funding proposals to develop the country's SAF production capacity, following a 2021 study.
FBOs
Banyan Air Selected for Customs RSP at KFXE
Banyan Air Service is the exclusive provider of the reimbursable services program at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport.
Regulations and Government
Airbus Helicopters H160 Medium Twin Gets FAA Nod
FAA approval for Airbus Helicopters' H160 comes three years after the model was certified by EASA.
Regulations and Government
Skyryse Ramps Up Automated Flight Tests with R66 Helo
Skyryse has kicked off a flight-test campaign for its FlightOS highly-automated flight control system on a Robinson R66 helicopter.
Avionics
Nationwide 5G Helicopter Restrictions Begin June 30 in U.S.
The use of a variety of helicopter flight procedures that rely on legacy radio altimeters will be banned under the new FAA 5G restrictions.
Regulations and Government
Los Angeles Fire Department Takes First Bell 505
The Los Angeles Fire Department will use a Bell 505 for command and control during aerial firefighting operations.
Regulations and Government
Senate Measure Would Link FBO Pricing To Airport Grants
A Senate measure would require full disclosure of FBO chains on pricing and mandate reasonable fees.
Maintenance and Modifications
Eagle Copters Selects Camp's Aircraft Health Management
Camp Systems’ Aircraft Health Management has been selected by Eagle Copters to provide services for its fleet of 50 helicopters.
Regulations and Government
FAA Cutting Lengthy Backlogs for Registration, Certification
FAA officials at the NATA Air Charter Summit detailed how they are working to become more efficient and drastically reduce backlogs.
