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Enhanced Flight Safety: New Rules for Foreign Aircraft Maintenance

This act aims to enhance flight safety by introducing stricter oversight rules for foreign aircraft maintenance facilities. Citizens can expect safer air travel due to better monitoring of aircraft repair and maintenance quality, regardless of where it's performed. It imposes new obligations on airlines and FAA oversight.
Key points
Airlines must regularly report on major aircraft maintenance performed abroad, allowing for better detection of safety issues.
The FAA will conduct unannounced inspections of foreign repair stations to ensure they meet high safety standards.
New contracts for major maintenance with facilities in countries with low aviation safety ratings are prohibited.
Supervisory personnel and those approving aircraft for return to service at foreign repair stations must hold appropriate certifications, increasing their qualifications.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-09-29
For 374
Against 52
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7321
Sponsor: Rep. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4]
Process start date: 2022-03-31
Voting date: 2022-09-29
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 467
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Global Aircraft Maintenance Safety Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7321.

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 2022-03-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Airlines must regularly report on major aircraft maintenance performed abroad, allowing for better detection of safety issues.
  • The FAA will conduct unannounced inspections of foreign repair stations to ensure they meet high safety standards.
  • New contracts for major maintenance with facilities in countries with low aviation safety ratings are prohibited.
  • Supervisory personnel and those approving aircraft for return to service at foreign repair stations must hold appropriate certifications, increasing their qualifications.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 374 - 52 (Roll no. 467). (text: CR H8162-8163)

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Transport Security