AVweb Podcast: Monday, June 26, 2006 (Revised)

Editorial Staff

Monday, June 26, 2006 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta has resigned, raising questions about the future of user fees.
Key discussions revolve around the integration of VFR into future airspace plans and the establishment of international rules for UAVs.
The aviation industry is contending with issues such as flight schools fighting background checks, opposition to TRACON consolidation, and Symphony Aircraft seeking creditor protection.

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Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta has submitted his resignation – what now for user fees? GAO suggests VFR may not yet fit into plans for future airspace; IAOPA’s push for international rules governing UAVs; flight schools fight background checks; charity flight for pediatric neurosurgery may set aviation record; paying $1 billion to accommodate an airplane; FAA takes on LA sheriff; the Sport-Jet crash; fighting TRACON consolidation; and Symphony seeks safety from creditors.

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