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Pacific Island Aviator Development Act

12/29/2022, 5:33 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8234

Bill 117 HR 8234, also known as the Pacific Island Aviator Development Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to support the development and training of aviators from Pacific Island nations.

The bill aims to provide funding and resources for aviation training programs in these nations, with the goal of increasing the number of skilled aviators in the region. This is seen as important for both economic development and national security reasons, as having a strong aviation workforce can help improve transportation and emergency response capabilities in the Pacific Islands.

The Pacific Island Aviator Development Act also includes provisions for partnerships between US aviation schools and institutions in the Pacific Islands, as well as for the exchange of aviation expertise and best practices. This is intended to help build a sustainable aviation industry in the region and promote cooperation between the US and Pacific Island nations. Overall, the bill seeks to support the growth and development of the aviation sector in the Pacific Islands, with the ultimate goal of improving the quality of life for residents and enhancing regional security.

Congressional Summary of HR 8234

Pacific Island Aviator Development Act

This bill directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to revise its flight time requirements for airplanes with a single-engine rating.

Specifically, DOT must establish an exception to require a straight-line distance of at least 110 nautical miles for the longest segment cross-country flight requirement on a cross-country flight of 300 nautical miles or more if such requirement is being met in Guam, Hawaii, or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

Current Status of Bill HR 8234

Bill HR 8234 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 24, 2022. Bill HR 8234 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 24, 2022.  Bill HR 8234's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. as of June 27, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8234

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8234

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8234

Pacific Island Aviator Development Act
Pacific Island Aviator Development Act
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to issue certain regulations to amend title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, to establish an exception for the straight-line distance requirement for an airplane single-engine rating, and for other purposes.

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