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November 4, 2025 at 7:31 PM
The bill would mandate that the FAA establish an office for coordinating airspace issues with the Defense Department and would require the aviation agency to conduct safety reviews related to helicopter operations around busy airports.
October 20, 2025 at 7:57 PM
ADS-B Out wasn't engaged on the Black Hawk that collided with a PSA. Airlines regional jet in January, killing 67 people.
The bill would also mandate that aircraft that are already roquired to have ADS-B Out installed also have a related technology, ADS-B In, equipped by 12/31/31
October 20, 2025 at 7:57 PM
The legislation would also expand the scope of this restriction from applying to proficiency and training missions near busy airports to all such flights, regardless of airport proximity, and to federal officials "below the rank" of Cabinet members.
October 20, 2025 at 7:57 PM