Cabin Air Safety Act of 2022

Cabin Air Safety Act of 2022

This bill directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to implement regulations regarding smoke or fume incidents on aircraft (excluding helicopters).

Specifically, the bill requires

• flight attendants, pilots, aircraft maintenance technicians, airport first responders, and emergency response teams to receive annual training on how to respond to incidents on aircraft;
• the FAA to develop a standardized form and system for reporting incidents involving smoke or fumes;
• the FAA to conduct an investigation after a report is submitted about incidents of smoke or fumes if anybody on the aircraft required medical attention; and
• air carriers to install and operate onboard detectors and other air quality monitoring equipment situated in the air supply system to enable pilots and maintenance technicians to locate the sources of air supply contamination, including carbon monoxide.

Bill 117 HR 7267, also known as the Cabin Air Safety Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving the safety of cabin air on commercial aircraft. The bill addresses concerns about the quality of air in airplane cabins and seeks to protect passengers and crew members from potential health risks associated with poor air quality.

The Cabin Air Safety Act of 2022 includes several key provisions. Firstly, it requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to establish air quality standards for commercial aircraft cabins. These standards would aim to ensure that the air passengers and crew breathe while on board is clean and free from harmful contaminants.

Additionally, the bill mandates that airlines install and maintain air quality monitoring systems on all commercial aircraft. These systems would continuously monitor the air in the cabin and alert crew members if air quality falls below the established standards. This would allow for prompt action to be taken to address any air quality issues and protect the health and safety of passengers and crew. Furthermore, the Cabin Air Safety Act of 2022 requires airlines to provide training to flight attendants and other crew members on how to respond to air quality incidents and ensure the safety of passengers in such situations. This training would help ensure that crew members are prepared to handle any air quality emergencies that may arise during a flight. Overall, the Cabin Air Safety Act of 2022 aims to improve the safety and well-being of passengers and crew members by addressing concerns about cabin air quality on commercial aircraft. By establishing air quality standards, implementing monitoring systems, and providing training to crew members, this bill seeks to enhance the overall safety of air travel for all individuals on board.