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PLANE Act: Enhancing Pilot Rights, Airport Infrastructure, and Air Traffic Control

This Act introduces changes aimed at streamlining processes for pilots, including easier appeals against FAA decisions. It also provides for investments in small airports and improves their disaster response capabilities. Additionally, it modifies aviation fuel tax rules and air traffic controller training, potentially impacting travel costs and safety.
Key points
Pilots gain enhanced appeal rights against FAA decisions, including de novo review by district courts and shifts in the burden of proof.
General aviation airports can receive financial support and public-private partnership programs, potentially improving their infrastructure and services.
New rules for disaster relief airports are established to enhance their readiness for emergency situations.
Changes to aviation fuel taxes may affect airfare prices and airline operating costs.
Improvements in air traffic controller training aim to increase their numbers and enhance service quality.
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Print number: 117_S_2453
Sponsor: Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK]
Process start date: 2021-07-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PLANE Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2453.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pilots gain enhanced appeal rights against FAA decisions, including de novo review by district courts and shifts in the burden of proof.
  • General aviation airports can receive financial support and public-private partnership programs, potentially improving their infrastructure and services.
  • New rules for disaster relief airports are established to enhance their readiness for emergency situations.
  • Changes to aviation fuel taxes may affect airfare prices and airline operating costs.
  • Improvements in air traffic controller training aim to increase their numbers and enhance service quality.
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 Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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