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Certainty for General Aviation Pilots Act of 2021
12/31/2022, 5:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4645
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.
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.
Congressional Summary of HR 4645
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.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4645
Bill HR 4645 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 22, 2021. Bill HR 4645 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 22, 2021. Bill HR 4645's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. as of July 23, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4645
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
30Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
30Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4645
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4645
To clarify that individuals engaged in aircraft flight instruction or testing, including phased testing of experimental aircraft, are not operating an aircraft carrying persons or property for compensation or hire.
Certainty for General Aviation Pilots Act of 2021
Certainty for General Aviation Pilots Act of 2021
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4645
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