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Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: AAAE Submits Comments on FAA's Research Efforts to Inform Aircraft Noise Policy
AAAE submitted comments to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in response to a request for input on the research activities that the agency is conducting to inform future aircraft noise policy.
04/14/2021
Airport Alert
Airport Alert: Senate Confirms Trottenberg as Deputy Secretary of Transportation
The Senate approved Polly Trottenberg, President Biden’s pick to serve as Deputy Secretary of Transportation, by a vote of 82 to 15.
04/13/2021
Airport Alert
Action Alert: Please Ask Your Lawmakers to Support Airport Proposals in Infrastructure Package
As infrastructure talks continue to heat up in Washington, we are urging airports to ask their elected officials to ensure that the next infrastructure package that Congress considers includes much-need funds to help airports of all sizes build criti
04/12/2021
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: FAA Releases Updated FAQ Guidance for Airport Coronavirus Response Grant Program
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released an updated frequently asked questions (FAQ) document that provides guidance for airport sponsors on how FAA will administer the “Airport Coronavirus Response Grant Program” (ACRGP).
04/09/2021
Airport Alert
Airport Alert: Administration Releases Outline for its FY22 Discretionary Funding Request
The White House today unveiled the outline for its budget request for discretionary spending in Fiscal Year 2022.
04/09/2021
Airport Alert
Airport Alert: Biden Administration Unveils More Details on Infrastructure Plan
President Biden last week released the American Jobs Plan -- a $2.3 trillion infrastructure proposal that calls for $25 billion to upgrade our nation’s aviation system, billions more for transportation and infrastructure projects, and funding for...
04/07/2021
Airport Alert
Action Alert: Please Urge Your House Lawmakers to Support Aviation Security Funding Priorities
We need your help to convince House of Representative lawmakers to fund our aviation security priorities in the upcoming DHS appropriations bill for FY22 and to end the diversion of aviation security fees to pay for deficit reduction.
04/06/2021
Airport Alert
Action Alert: Please Urge Your Lawmakers to Support Airport Priorities in FY22 Appropriations Bills
As Congress prepares to gear up for the FY22 appropriations process, we need your help as we urge lawmakers to increase funding for the AIP, the FAA Contract Tower Program, and adopt other airport priorities in the annual DOT and DHS spending bills.
04/05/2021
Airport Alert
Airport Alert: CDC Updates Travel Guidance for Fully Vaccinated People to a Low-Risk Activity
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its travel guidance for people who have been fully vaccinated.
04/02/2021
Federal Alert
Security Policy Alert: Summary TSA Monthly Conference Call for Airport Stakeholders
TSA held its monthly conference call for airport stakeholders. The conference call was led by Alan Paterno, TSA's Airport Industry Engagement Manager in the office of Policy, Plans, and Engagement (PPE).
04/01/2021
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: DOT Announces $627.7 Million in AIP Grants for Projects at 390 Airports
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced the award of $627.7 million in airport infrastructure grants as part of the fiscal year (FY) 2021 Airport Improvement Program (AIP).
04/01/2021
Airport Alert
Airport Alert: Biden Administration Unveils $2 Trillion Infrastructure Package; Plan Includes $25 Billion for Airport and Aviation Upgrades
President Biden released the outline for his American Jobs Plan -- a $2 trillion infrastructure proposal that includes $25 billion to upgrade our nation’s aviation system and billions more for highways, bridges, and transit systems.
03/31/2021
Airport Alert
Airport Alert: New REAL ID Media Campaign Material and Request to Extend the Enforcement Deadline
In six months, the full REAL ID enforcement deadline will go into effect at all federally regulated airports.
03/31/2021
Airport Alert
Airport Alert: House Transportation Committee Approves Early Incentive Bill
The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee today approved by voice vote a bill that would allow airports to use Airport Improvement Program funds for early incentive payments.
03/24/2021
Federal Alert
Security Policy Alert: TSA Issues Technical Correction for TSA-NA-21-01 Centralized Revocation Database
TSA posted a technical correction to the final Airport Security Program amendment implementing the Centralized Revocation Database for Individuals with Revoked Identification Media.
03/23/2021
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: DOT Announces a 'Mask Up' Educational Campaign
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) launched a campaign called “Mask Up” that is intended to ensure the safety of transportation workers by educating travelers on their obligation to wear a mask when traveling.
03/19/2021
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: FAA Announces New Airport Rescue Grant Program
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced the establishment of “Airport Rescue Grants” to distribute the $8 billion in funds that Congress approved as part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
03/19/2021
Airport Alert
Airport Alert: House Passes Coronavirus Relief Bill; Measure Includes $8 Billion for Airports, Raising Total to $20 Billion
The House of Representatives has approved the revised American Rescue Plan – a $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package that retains $8 billion for airports and concessionaires.
03/10/2021
Airport Alert
Airport Alert: Senate Clears $1.9 Trillion Coronavirus Relief Package; $8 Billion for Airports Remains Intact
After working through the night, the Senate passed the American Rescue Plan – a $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package that retains $8 billion for airports and concessionaires.
03/06/2021
Airport Alert
Action Alert: Lawmaker Files Amendment to Slash Airport Funding
Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) has filed an amendment to slash funding for airports and concessionaires in the American Rescue Plan from $8 billion to $2.64 billion – a 67 percent cut.
03/05/2021
Airport Alert
Action Alert: Lawmakers File More Amendments to Reduce or Eliminate Airport Funding
Lawmakers are continuing to file more amendments to reduce or eliminate funding for airports and airline workers as the Senate continues to consider the American Rescue Plan – a $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package.
03/05/2021
Federal Alert
Security Policy Alert: TSA Monthly Conference Call Summary for March 2021
TSA held its monthly conference call for airport stakeholders, led by Alan Paterno, TSA's Airport Industry Engagement Manager in the office of Policy, Plans and Engagement (PPE).
03/04/2021
Airport Alert
Airport Alert: CBP Announces Ebola Related Arrival Restrictions for Persons Traveling From the Democratic Republic of the Congo or the Republic of Guinea
Effective at 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time tomorrow, the Secretary of Homeland Security will direct all flights to the United States that are carrying persons who have recently traveled from...
03/03/2021
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: FAA Announces Airports Participating in the UAS Detection and Mitigation Research Program
FAA announced the airports that will be participating in the agency’s “Airport UAS Detection and Mitigation Research Program.”
03/02/2021
Federal Alert
Security Policy Alert: National Alternative Measure 1542-20-03
TSA has issued an extension to National Alternative Measure (AM) 1542-20-03 through to June 30, 2021.
02/26/2021
