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.
Airports
Court Blocks Movement Cuts at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
It is unclear whether the new Dutch government will pursue its predecessor's environmental policies
Environment
Europe's SAF Market Poses Competitive Challenges For Airlines
Airlines face stiff challenges from the European Union's ReFuelEU policy
Training and Workforce
Lawmakers Keep Aviation Workforce Shortage Concerns in Central Focus
The House aviation subcommittee discussed the importance of implementing FAA reauthorization measures for workforce support
Airports
North Carolina Receives Airport AAM Readiness Grant
The funds are intended to assess and outline infrastructure needs at GA airports
Aircraft
U.S. Air Force Deploys Beta's Alia Electric Aircraft Prototype
The Alia prototype recently completed two more military exercises with the Air Combat and Air Mobility Commands
Aircraft
AINsight: How To Structure Aircraft Co-ownership
Joint or co-ownership of aircraft can be a good option but can be a legal landmine if not done correctly
Regulations and Government
House Republicans Call for Review of Agency Actions in Wake of Chevron
Agencies were given a July 23 deadline to furnish a list of activities potentially affected by the Supreme Court Chevron decision
Regulations and Government
Aviation Leaders Remember Inhofe's Aviation Legacy
Inhofe was a passionate general aviation pilot and fierce advocate for the industry on Capitol Hill
Regulations and Government
UK Regulator Gives Vertical Aerospace More Control over Certification Tasks
The UK Civil Aviation Authority and EASA have agreed on how to jointly certify the aircraft
Regulations and Government
Rep. Sam Graves: How the FAA and NTSB Reauthorization Got Done
"It was bipartisan from the beginning," Graves said of the 1,000-plus page measure
Regulations and Government
EBAA Backs Dassault Lawsuit against European Commission
Group says Taxonomy Act unfairly discourages financial support for business aviation
Aircraft
Deutsche Aircraft Delays Service Entry for D328eco Regional Airliner
Deliveries of the 40-seater are now expected to start at the end of 2027
Regulations and Government
Learjet Global Circumnavigation Deemed a World Record
The April flight commemorated the 100th anniversary of the first round-the-world flight
Regulations and Government
Lawmakers Look To Boost FAA Funding
Airport grants would increase to $4 billion in line with the FAA reauthorization bill
Regulations and Government
New Realities of Certification: Manufacturers' Winding Road to Finish Line
Gulfstream, Bell, and Dassault were in the middle of certifications when regulators changed processes
Regulations and Government
FAA Removes Check Pilot Medical Requirement
Rule also eliminates FAA regulatory inconsistencies
Security
ICAO Issues Updated Global Aviation Security Plan
Implementation of security guidance will be audited by the UN agency
Regulations and Government
FAA Reauth, Part 380 Top Topics at NATA Charter Summit
Summit took place on Tuesday in Oklahoma City
Rotorcraft
EASA Starts Flight Tests on AW09 Helicopter
The Leonardo subsidiary is aiming to certify the single-engined rotorcraft in 2025
Regulations and Government
FAA's Part 380 Plans Receiving Mixed Reviews
NBAA questioned the rationale for a rulemaking while ALPA cheered
Avionics
Aussie ADS-B Rebate Scheme To Enter New Phase
Next round of funding will help cover cost of ADS-B In/Out equipment in Australia-registered aircraft
Regulations and Government
Japan's SkyDrive Begins FAA Type Certification for eVTOL Aircraft
The three-seat vehicle is expected to achieve Japanese type certification in 2026
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Regulations and Government
FAA To Change Part 380 Ops, Exploring Special Category
The FAA is kicking off a rulemaking to tighten Part 380 operations, but forming a panel to study data
Regulations and Government
IBAC Hosts Forum for Industry Partner Program
Bombardier's Bruce Parry was elected chair of the group
Regulations and Government
AINsight: Aeromedical Standards and FAR 61.53, Part 3
Honesty is the best policy when reporting medical conditions to the FAA
Regulations and Government
U.S. Congress Turning To Implementation of FAA Bill
"It was bipartisan from the beginning," Graves said of the 1,000-plus page measure
Regulations and Government
FAA, EASA Look To Tighten Cooperation
The regulatory authorities pledged to further collaboration in a range of areas
Safety
FAA and EASA Promise Closer Regulatory Collaboration
The air safety agencies recognized they need to keep pace with rapid technological change
Regulations and Government
Saudi Officials Seize the Initiative with Early eVTOL Air Services
The government says it wants air taxis to carry religious pilgrims to holy sites
