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FAA Safety Technology Administrator: Accelerating Certification for Safer Skies.

This legislation establishes a new high-level position within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) dedicated to accelerating the certification process for advanced aviation safety technologies, such as auto-land and remote piloting systems. The goal is to ensure the FAA hires necessary experts and streamlines procedures, ultimately leading to faster adoption of innovations that enhance flight safety for all air travelers. Citizens can expect safer aviation technology to reach the market more quickly.
Key points
Creation of a new Associate Administrator role within the FAA, requiring 10 years of aerospace safety or engineering experience, focused on technology certification.
Mandating clear timelines and an online portal for companies seeking approval for new safety systems, aiming to reduce bureaucratic delays.
Focus on technologies designed to reduce aviation accidents (e.g., collision avoidance, flight automation) and developing regulations for digital and uncrewed aircraft operations.
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Additional Information
To direct the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to appoint an Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety Technology, and for other purposes.
Print number: HR 878
Sponsor: Rep. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22]
Process start date: 2023-02-08