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Enhanced Air Safety: Mandatory Aircraft Tracking and Military Flight Oversight Reform.

This Act significantly boosts commercial flight safety by mandating the installation of advanced traffic awareness systems (ADS-B In) on all required aircraft by 2031. This ensures pilots have better visibility of surrounding traffic, including helicopters and military planes, thereby minimizing collision risks. Furthermore, the law tightens rules on when government and military flights can conceal their position, increasing transparency and accountability in crowded airspace.
Key points
Mandatory installation of ADS-B In systems by 2031 will enhance pilot situational awareness, directly improving passenger safety on commercial flights.
Restrictions on government and military flights turning off their position transmitters (ADS-B Out) increase transparency and safety near major airports.
The FAA must conduct detailed safety reviews of flight routes around key airports, including the Washington D.C. area, to mitigate identified risks.
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Passed Senate
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2503
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2025-07-29
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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_S_2503.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory installation of ADS-B In systems by 2031 will enhance pilot situational awareness, directly improving passenger safety on commercial flights.
  • Restrictions on government and military flights turning off their position transmitters (ADS-B Out) increase transparency and safety near major airports.
  • The FAA must conduct detailed safety reviews of flight routes around key airports, including the Washington D.C. area, to mitigate identified risks.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed Senate.

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. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8813-8817)

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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Transport Security