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.
LightSquared, FCC Receive Congressional Scrutiny
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U.S. Commerce Department Forms NextGen Vendors Group
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Platinum Jet Founders Sentenced To Prison
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26 Groups Urge Congress to Reject Aviation User Fees
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OMB Attempts To Alter DOD’s LightSquared Briefing
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Aviation Groups Unite To Fend Off User Fee Proposal
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Aerospace Leaders Warn Against Impact of U.S. Budget Cuts
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House-passed FAA Extension Hits Senate Ditch
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House DOT Appropriations Bill Supports Barr Program
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