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Advanced Aviation Development: New Office and Safety Rules

This act establishes a new office within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to accelerate the development and safe integration of modern aviation technologies, such as drones and flying taxis. It aims to streamline certification and integration processes for these systems in national airspace, potentially impacting future transportation and delivery options. Citizens can expect faster access to innovative aviation services while maintaining high safety standards.
Key points
An Office of Advanced Aviation will be established within the FAA to coordinate the development and certification of new aviation technologies.
A Director of Advanced Integration will be appointed, responsible for safely incorporating modern systems into national airspace.
The William J. Hughes Technical Center will be redesignated as a center for advanced aviation, focusing on research and testing innovations.
An aviation innovation program will be introduced to facilitate the evaluation and implementation of new technologies, including drones and vertical take-off vehicles.
The act aims to expedite approval and certification processes, potentially shortening the time for new aviation services to reach the market.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_220
Sponsor: Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
Process start date: 2023-01-09