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Enhanced Helicopter Safety: Mandatory Recorders and Warning Systems

This act aims to improve helicopter flight safety by mandating the installation of specialized flight data recorders, cockpit voice recorders, and terrain awareness and warning systems. This will make it easier to determine the causes of accidents, potentially preventing future tragedies and enhancing overall passenger safety.
Key points
Mandatory equipping of passenger helicopters (6 or more seats) with flight data recorders (black boxes) and cockpit voice recorders.
Requirement for terrain awareness and warning systems to prevent collisions with obstacles.
Regulations apply to both new and existing U.S.-registered turbine-powered helicopters, increasing safety for all passengers.
Potential exemptions for certain civilian helicopters, but each exemption must be justified and reported to Congress.
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Print number: 117_HR_486
Sponsor: Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-30]
Process start date: 2021-01-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Kobe Bryant & Gianna Bryant Helicopter Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_486.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory equipping of passenger helicopters (6 or more seats) with flight data recorders (black boxes) and cockpit voice recorders.
  • Requirement for terrain awareness and warning systems to prevent collisions with obstacles.
  • Regulations apply to both new and existing U.S.-registered turbine-powered helicopters, increasing safety for all passengers.
  • Potential exemptions for certain civilian helicopters, but each exemption must be justified and reported to Congress.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-30].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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