Aviation Law

The agency wants lawmakers to reconcile competing House and Senate measures after the August recess.

The agency has not changed the 2030 target, though its deputy administrator described the current schedule as aggressive.

The rule reaches Part 135 operators and radio-altimeter-equipped general aviation aircraft.

Mark Wallach stepped down after casting the only vote against continued operation of Boulder Municipal Airport.

A Tennessee law left two boards claiming authority over the airport.

The measure would require an FAA review within six months and could lead to updated marking, NOTAM and obstacle-data policies.

The General Aviation Protection Act would expand federal review of aviation acquisitions and certain airport-related transactions.

The ASTM standards establish compliance paths for four aircraft categories ahead of the July 24 certification changes.

Recent litigation prompted the proposal, which would preempt state and local meal and rest break laws for Part 121 crews.

The proposal would replace the current inspection authorization renewal process.