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
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
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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
ATC
FAA orders 11 surveillance units from Sensis
The FAA placed production orders for 11 of Sensis’ airport surface detection equipment systems, Model X (ASDE-X).
Regulations and Government
Part 139 extends to small airports
A new final rule issued by the FAA last month will subject airports hosting scheduled flights in aircraft designed to hold between 10 and 30 passenger seat
Regulations and Government
FAA Wants To Hear From You
The FAA has mailed out invitations to participate in its 2006 General Aviation and Part 135 Activity Survey.
Airports
Comments due on noise plans for LIT and TOL
The FAA is reviewing proposed noise-compatibility programs submitted for Little Rock National Airport/Adams Field (LIT), Ark., and Toledo Express Airport (
Regulations and Government
AIP ruling is a boon for Iowa airports
The Iowa DOT’s office of aviation reports that the federal funding program approved by Congress and signed by President Bush last month bodes well for the
Regulations and Government
Omnibus is not omnipotent
The $328 billion omnibus spending bill passed by Congress to fund most federal agencies for the remainder of fiscal year 2004 (until September 30) failed t
Regulations and Government
NTSB urges tighter repair station certification
Following its investigation of the Jan.
Regulations and Government
Congressional Observer March 2004
The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) in late January announced that the federal deficit is expected to climb to $477 billion this year, up fro
Regulations and Government
Meeting at DCA hangar places TSA in hot seat
Can and should Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) be opened to general aviation and charter aircraft? That was the principal topic during an u
Regulations and Government
NTSB lashes out at FAA on maintenance scrutiny
The NTSB issued a scathing indictment of the FAA’s oversight of contract maintenance providers, essentially validating a DOT inspector general’s report tha
Regulations and Government
Bizav bonus-depreciation extension hits turbulence
Although the accelerated-depreciation bonus has been credited with a pickup in orders for new business jets, the General Aviation Manufacturers Association
Safety
NTSB reports increase in aviation accidents
No fatal accident involving Part 121 or 135 scheduled carriers occurred in 2002, versus three last year in which 24 people died, according to NTSB data.
