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EPA Submits Final Rule to Designate PFOA/PFOS as CERCLA Hazardous Substances to White House
On December 6, the EPA submitted a draft final rule to designate two PFAS chemicals, PFOA and PFOS, as “hazardous substances” under CERCLA, known as the Superfund law, to the White House’s OMB.
12/07/2023
Federal Alert
Summary of TSA's Monthly Conference Callfor Airport Stakeholders
On December 7, TSA held its monthly conference call for airport stakeholders. The conference call was led by Alan Paterno, TSA's Industry Engagement Manager for Airports in the office of Policy, Plans and Engagement (PPE).
12/07/2023
Regulatory Alert
AAAE Responds to Proposed Rule to Update PFC Program Regulations
AAAE responded to the FAA proposed rule that would make a series of changes to the regulations governing the passenger facility charge program.
11/28/2023
Federal Alert
TSA Issues Updated FAQs on Cybersecurity Joint Emergency Amendment
TSA issued its fourth version of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Joint Emergency Amendment (EA 23-01) on Cybersecurity -- Performance Based Measures.
11/21/2023
Regulatory Alert
FAA Releases FY24 Allocations for Airport Infrastructure Grant Program
The FAA released $2.89 billion in fiscal year 2024 allocations for the Airport Infrastructure Grant Program
11/16/2023
Regulatory Alert
FAA Extends Application Deadline for Sustainable Aviation Fuels Grant Program
The FAA extended the deadline for airports and other eligible entities to apply for a share of approximately $291 million in funding for projects that promote the production and use of SAFs and low-emissions aviation technologies.
11/16/2023
Airport Alert
Senate OKs Measure Extending Federal Funding into Early 2024, Averting Possible Shutdown
The United States Senate approved a continuing resolution (87-11) that extends federal funding into early 2024, averting a possible government shutdown, for now.
11/16/2023
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: FAA Proposes to Expand the Definition of 'Aeronautical Activity' to Include AAM, UAS, and Commercial Space Operations
The FAA published a proposed policy that would update the definition of “aeronautical activity” to include unmanned aircraft systems, advanced air mobility, and commercial space launch or re-entry vehicle operations.
11/15/2023
Federal Alert
TSA Issues Updated FAQs on Aviation Worker Screening
TSA posted a long anticipated update to the Frequently Asked Questions regarding aviation worker screening under ASP amendment TSA-NA-23-02.
11/15/2023
Airport Alert
House Passes Bill to Extend Federal Funding Into 2024
The House of Representatives by a vote of 336 to 95 has just passed a continuing resolution that extends federal funding into early 2024.
11/15/2023
Airport Alert
House Republicans Write Buttigieg to Oppose Using Airports to Shelter Illegal Immigrants
A large group of House Republicans wrote to DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg to express concerns about the potential use of airports as temporary shelters for illegal immigrants.
11/09/2023
Federal Alert
Summary of TSA's Monthly Conference Call for Airport Stakeholders
On November 2, TSA held its monthly conference call for airport stakeholders.
11/02/2023
Airport Alert
Senate Approves FY24 DOT/FAA Funding Bill
The Senate on a 82-15 vote approved a three-bill spending package that includes proposed funding for the DOT and the FAA for FY2024.
11/02/2023
Airport Alert
Michael Whitaker Confirmed as FAA Administrator
The United States Senate confirmed Michael Whitaker to be Administrator of the FAA for a five-year term by a vote of 98 to 0.
10/25/2023
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: EPA Releases Final Endangerment Finding for Piston-Engine Aircraft Lead Emissions
The EPA releases a final endangerment finding that lead emissions from piston-engine aircraft cause or contribute to air pollution that may reasonably be anticipated to endanger public health and welfare.
10/18/2023
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: AAAE Submits Comments on FAA's Noise Policy Review
AAAE submits comments to the Federal Aviation Administration in response to the agency’s ongoing “Noise Policy Review” (NPR).
10/02/2023
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: AAAE Responds to White House's Proposed Updates to NEPA Reviews
AAAE submits comments to the White House’s Council on Environmental Quality in response to a proposed rule that would make significant changes to the regulations that govern National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reviews.
10/02/2023
Airport Alert
Senate Leaders Unveil Temporary Funding Bill With Three-Month Extension of FAA Programs and Taxes
The House of Representatives approves a bill to keep the federal government open through November 17 and extend FAA programs and aviation excise taxes through December 31.
10/02/2023
Airport Alert
Senate OK's Stop-Gap Funding Bill, Averts Government Shutdown
The Senate tonight follows the House’s lead and approves a 45-day stop-gap funding bill that will extend FAA programs and aviation excise taxes through the end of the year.
10/02/2023
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: FAA Releases Proposed Rule to Update Passenger Facility Charge Program Regulations
FAA publishes a proposed rule that would make a series of changes to the regulations governing the passenger facility charge (PFC) program.
09/27/2023
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: FAA Releases Notice of Funding Opportunity for Sustainable Aviation Fuels Grant Program
FAA releases a notice of funding opportunity that outlines how airports can apply for a share of approximately $291 million in funding for projects that promote the production and use of sustainable aviation fuels and low-emissions technology.
09/25/2023
Airport Alert
Airport Alert: DOT Secretary Buttigieg Testifies at House Transportation Committee Oversight Hearing
Secretary Pete Buttigieg testifies before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee at a hearing focused on oversight of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
09/22/2023
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: DOD and FAA Approve First Fluorine-Free Firefighting Foam for Part 139 Airport Use
U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) identifies SOLBERG® 3% MIL-SPEC Synthetic Fluorine-Free Foam (SFFF) as the first fluorine-free firefighting foam (F3) agent that meets the department’s F3 performance standards.
09/12/2023
Regulatory Alert
Regulatory Alert: FAA Releases $1.1 Billion in FY23 AIP Grants for Projects at Over 217 Airports
FAA released a list of over $1.058 billion in infrastructure grants as part of the fiscal year 2023 (FY23) Airport Improvement Program (AIP).
09/11/2023
Airport Alert
President Biden to Nominate Michael Whitaker to Serve as FAA Administrator
White House announces President Biden's intent to nominate Michael Whitaker to serve as Administrator of the FAA. He is currently COO of Supernal
09/07/2023
