Certainty for General Aviation Pilots Act of 2021

Certainty for General Aviation Pilots Act of 2021

This bill deems that individuals who provide flight instruction or testing (including phased testing of experimental aircraft) are not operating an aircraft carrying persons or property for hire. Under current law, individuals must generally obtain a regulatory exemption or other authority to deviate from regulatory requirements to provide compensated flight training or testing.

Bill 117 HR 4645, also known as the Certainty for General Aviation Pilots Act of 2021, aims to provide clarity and certainty for general aviation pilots in the United States. The bill focuses on addressing concerns related to the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) medical certification process for these pilots.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a process for the FAA to review and approve alternative medical qualification standards for general aviation pilots. This would allow pilots to continue flying without having to meet the strict medical requirements currently in place, which can be burdensome and costly for many pilots.

Additionally, the bill seeks to streamline the medical certification process for general aviation pilots by requiring the FAA to provide clear guidance on the requirements and procedures for obtaining and renewing medical certificates. This would help reduce confusion and ensure that pilots are able to easily navigate the certification process. Overall, the Certainty for General Aviation Pilots Act of 2021 aims to support and promote the general aviation community by providing greater certainty and clarity in the medical certification process. By addressing these issues, the bill seeks to enhance safety and accessibility for general aviation pilots across the country.