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Pilot Shortage Study: Securing the Future of Regional Air Travel.

This Act mandates the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a detailed study on the extent and effects of the commercial pilot shortage, specifically focusing on regional airlines. The goal is to understand how this shortage impacts flight availability and ticket prices for citizens relying on smaller airports. The findings will provide Congress with recommendations to stabilize and sustain regional air connectivity.
Key points
Requires a federal study by the GAO on the pilot shortage affecting regional and commuter air carriers.
The report will analyze the impact of the shortage on flight frequency and costs for passengers.
The study aims to provide recommendations to Congress to ensure the continuation of regional air services.
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Print number: 118_S_1659
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Process start date: 2023-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sustain Regional Air Travel Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1659.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a federal study by the GAO on the pilot shortage affecting regional and commuter air carriers.
  • The report will analyze the impact of the shortage on flight frequency and costs for passengers.
  • The study aims to provide recommendations to Congress to ensure the continuation of regional air services.
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. Fischer, Deb [R-NE].

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 2025-12-26.

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