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Mandatory ADS-B In for Aircraft to Boost Safety and Flight Transparency.

This Act mandates that most aircraft, including commercial airliners, must be equipped with the ADS-B In system by 2031, significantly enhancing pilots' awareness of surrounding air traffic and improving overall flight safety. It also tightens restrictions on government and military aircraft using exceptions to turn off their tracking systems, increasing transparency regarding their operations. The law requires comprehensive safety reviews around major airports to mitigate collision risks.
Key points
All affected aircraft must install and operate ADS-B In equipment by December 31, 2031, providing pilots with better situational awareness and traffic advisories to prevent mid-air incidents.
Exceptions allowing government and military aircraft to disable position broadcasting (ADS-B Out) are narrowed; training flights and flights of non-Cabinet officials are no longer exempt.
The FAA must conduct safety reviews of all flight operations (including rotorcraft and drones) near major commercial airports, starting with Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, to assess and mitigate risks to passenger flights.
The FAA is required to identify low-cost alternative equipment options for smaller aircraft owners to meet the new ADS-B In mandate.
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Print number: 119_HR_6222
Sponsor: Rep. Onder, Robert F. [R-MO-3]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ROTOR Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6222.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All affected aircraft must install and operate ADS-B In equipment by December 31, 2031, providing pilots with better situational awareness and traffic advisories to prevent mid-air incidents.
  • Exceptions allowing government and military aircraft to disable position broadcasting (ADS-B Out) are narrowed; training flights and flights of non-Cabinet officials are no longer exempt.
  • The FAA must conduct safety reviews of all flight operations (including rotorcraft and drones) near major commercial airports, starting with Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, to assess and mitigate risks to passenger flights.
  • The FAA is required to identify low-cost alternative equipment options for smaller aircraft owners to meet the new ADS-B In mandate.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Onder, Robert F. [R-MO-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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