GAO: FAA COULD IMPROVE HOW IT DEVELOPS ITS PORTFOLIO AND REPORTS ITS ACTIVITIES
On April 24, 2017, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report on how the FAA could improve its process for developing its portfolio and reporting activities.
CITY OF ST. LOUIS’ APPLIES TO PRIVATIZE THE SAINT LOUIS LAMBERT INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.
On April 24, 2017, the FAA accepted the City of St. Louis’ preliminary application for participation in the Airport Privatization Pilot Program (APPP).
FAA UPDATES CIVIL PENALTY AMOUNTS FOR 2017
PHMSA HARMONIZES HAZMAT RULES WITH INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
On March 30, 2017, PHMSA issued a Final Rule on Hazardous Materials: Harmonization with International Standards.
FAA LAUNCHES REGULATORY CONSISTENCY COMMUNICATION BOARD (RCCB)
The FAA recently issued an order establishing the Regulatory Consistency Communication Board (RCCB) within the Aircraft Certification Service (AIR) and Flight Standards Service (AFS) divisions. This order defines how the RCCB operates and is designed to address long-standing complaints from the aviation industry about an inconsistent approach to oversight.
GAO RERPORTS THAT FAA HAS SHOWN PROGRESS IN CERTIFICATION AND REGULATORY CONSISTENCY
On March 23, 2017, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) testified before the Senate Subcommittee Aviation Operations, Safety, and Security on the FAA’s performance in addressing concerns in FAA certification process and regulatory consistency.
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY BANS SOME PORTABLE ELECTRONICS FROM CERTAIN FLIGHTS TO THE U.S.
On March 21, 2017, DHS announced changes to allowable electronic carry-on equipment on commercial flights to the U.S. departing from 10 airports.
FAA EXTENDS COMPLIANCE DATE FOR REPORTING OF DATA FOR MISHANDLED BAGGAGE AND WHEELCHAIRS IN AIRCRAFT CARGO COMPARTMENTS.
On March 21, 2017, the FAA amended its final rule on Reporting of Data for Mishandled Baggage and Wheelchairs in Aircraft Cargo Compartments by extending the compliance date from January 1, 2018 to January 1, 2019.
GAO PROVIDES TESTIMONY ON FAA’S AND INDUSTRY’S COST ESTIMATES FOR AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT.
On March 23, 2017, GAO testified before the Senate Subcommittee on Aviation Operations, Safety, and Security, Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation concerning the FAA and industry’s estimates for airport development. The administration's call to boost spending on public infrastructure has renewed attention on the importance of maintaining and improving airport infrastructure.
FAA EXTENDS COMPLIANCE DATE FOR REPORTING OF DATA FOR MISHANDLED BAGGAGE AND WHEELCHAIRS IN AIRCRAFT CARGO COMPARTMENTS.
On March 21, 2017, the FAA amended its final rule on Reporting of Data for Mishandled Baggage and Wheelchairs in Aircraft Cargo Compartments by extending the compliance date from January 1, 2018 to January 1, 2019.