Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act

Progress

Timeline

• Mar 25Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
• Mar 24Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Summary

**Airmen Certificate Accessibility Act (HR 2247)** This bill would make it easier and less expensive for people to get pilot certificates and other aviation licenses from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). **What it does:** The bill would streamline the application process for various types of pilot licenses, reduce paperwork requirements, and lower associated fees. **Who it affects:** Current and aspiring pilots, including private pilots, commercial pilots, and aviation instructors. This could particularly help people who have been deterred by complex or costly certification processes. **What would change:** The certification process would become more accessible, potentially leading to more licensed pilots. This could benefit the aviation industry by addressing pilot shortages and make flying more accessible to individuals. The exact fee reductions and process improvements would be determined by the FAA's implementation of the new requirements. The bill is currently in the introduction phase and would need to pass both chambers of Congress to become law.

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