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.
Turboprops caught in noise rule
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Little Rock noise-compatibility program in review
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Canadian operator gets certificate reinstated
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Repair station drug-testing obligations clarified
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Controllers sue Federal Impasses Panel
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‘W’ will be flight-plan code for RVSM authorization
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Industry waiting for ‘third party’ appeal option
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Comment deadline near on ETOPS proposal
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Despite mixed signals, DOT lauds next-gen NAS
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FAA considers jetliner fuel tank retrofit
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