Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act aims to modernize the Federal Aviation Administration’s type certification process to encourage innovation and maintain U.S. leadership in aviation. It focuses on increasing transparency, establishing clearer timelines for certification milestones, and streamlining the process for new technologies like those used in advanced air mobility. The bill also seeks to improve FAA delegation authority and ensure consistent application of standards.
Key provisions
- Establishes a plan for improving the FAA’s issue paper process, including using industry consensus standards and performance-based standards.
- Sets standard expected timelines for key milestones in the type certification process.
- Requires the FAA to consult with various stakeholders, including industry associations and airport providers.
- Updates FAA order 8110.112A to include criteria for determining when issue papers are necessary and to improve efficiency.
- Publishes updated delegation guidance for type certification activities.
- Expresses Congress’s sense that the U.S. should continue to support advanced air mobility and innovation.
- Clarifies that establishing timelines doesn’t create new legal rights subject to judicial review.
Who is affected
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
- Aircraft manufacturers
- Advanced air mobility companies
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