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Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act

6/3/2025, 8:46 PM

Summary of Bill S 1759

The bill "A bill to allow for the operation of civil supersonic flight in the national airspace system under certain conditions, and for other purposes" was introduced in the 119th Congress on May 14, 2025.

Congressional Summary of S 1759

Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act

This bill directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to allow civil aircraft to operate at speeds above Mach 1 (i.e., supersonic) over land in the United States under certain conditions.

Specifically, the FAA must issue or revise regulations to allow for the operation of civil aircraft at speeds greater than Mach 1 in the national airspace system without a special authorization, so long as no sonic boom reaches the ground in the United States.

Current regulations prohibit civil aircraft from operating above Mach 1 speeds over land in the United States without a special flight authorization issued by the FAA.

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Current Status of Bill S 1759

Bill S 1759 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 14, 2025. Bill S 1759 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on May 14, 2025.  Bill S 1759's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of May 14, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1759

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
3
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1759

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1759

A bill to allow for the operation of civil supersonic flight in the national airspace system under certain conditions, and for other purposes.
A bill to allow for the operation of civil supersonic flight in the national airspace system under certain conditions, and for other purposes.

Comments

Hanna Black profile image

Hanna Black

766

10 months ago

I just don't understand why this bill is being pushed through without considering the potential consequences. It seems like it's all about speed and efficiency, but what about the impact on the environment and noise pollution? As someone who lives near an airport, I'm worried about how this could affect my quality of life. I wish there was more discussion and consideration of the potential drawbacks before moving forward with this.

Bo Lutz profile image

Bo Lutz

764

10 months ago

I don't agree with this bill. How will it impact me in the short term?

Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1759

Ted Budd
Ted Budd
North CarolinaRepublican
Thom Tillis
Thom Tillis
North CarolinaRepublican
Tim Sheehy
Tim Sheehy
MontanaIndependent
Mike Lee
Mike Lee
UtahRepublican

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