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.
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) will work closely with the FAA on eVTOL type certifications.
Following the closure of its Moscow training center, Boeing cuts off virtually all support channels to Russian airlines.
The Russian business aviation industry is on the verge of collapse due to the EU and U.S. closing their airspace to all aircraft owned by Russians.
In response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the European Union on February 27 closed its airspace to all Russian aircraft.
Inhofe, who is retiring in January, was known for clearing a path for the passage of the landmark General Aviation Revitalization Act.
EASA and other agencies have warned of dangers to aircraft not only in Ukraine's airspace, but also in neighboring Russia, Belarus and Moldova.
A draft FAA Advisory Circular provides guidance and recommended practices for operational procedures and training related to flightpath management.
Compliance with ADS-B Out equipment and operating requirements will become mandatory in Canada’s Class A and B airspace above 12,500 feet next February.
Helicopter operators file petitions with the FAA seeking exemptions to radar altimeter requirements in wake of 5G interference.
East Hampton, New York city officials and FAA try to resolve issues related to making KTHO a private-use airport.
