December 17, 2006
December 2006 Legislation Report
Greetings! First, Here’s an update from Washington, D.C. (FAA) Federal Aviation Administration proposes to retain the current reservation system and the limit of six nonscheduled operations per hour as part of a larger proposal that would create a new slot system designed to limit the use of smaller scheduled jets at LaGuardia International. LGA is currently operating under a slot system through the High-Density Rule, slated to expire January 1, 2007.
Secondly, Reveal Imaging Technologies of Bedford, MA reports that (TSA) Transportation Security Administration has certified its CT-80 explosives detection system for use in U.S. Airports. The CT-80 uses Computed Tomography technology to shrink the size, weight, and cost of the system. Reveal says TSA has placed a $24 million order for the CT-80s, with the first installation recently completed at Jackson Hole (WY) Airport.
Thirdly, (TSA) Transportation Security Administration is considering a shift of $20 million from the “puffer” machines to fund improvements in X-ray technology. After the upgrades, the X-ray machines would be able to take multiple images of the contents of carry-on-bags.
Fourthly, TSA, also delays security requirements, criminal background checks, and threat assessments for tens of thousands of workers who handle passenger airplane cargo, saying the aviation industry is unable to meet previous deadlines. The conclusion was based on more than 4,500 comments from industry in response to it final rule regulating cargo, according to the (TSA) Transportation Security Administration.
Fifthly, Here’s and Update Concerning Missouri Aviation. The only Airports and Aviation Bills are as follows:
Missouri
House of Representatives
Bills Indexed by Subject
AIRCRAFT AND AIRPORTS
There are no bills indexed by this subject.
Last Updated December 1, 2006 at 3:03 pm
NOTE: here’s your Web site address for Texas Legislation: www.texas.gov
Look for Transportation-Aviation, to search all Aviation Bills.
Web site address for Illinois Legislation: www.illinois.gov
Look for Transportation-Aviation, to search all Aviation Bills.
All other State Pilot Associations can follow the same format, to search your specific state’s aviation and airport bills.
Remember, that as Members of, USPA, MPA, TPA, NMPA, NPA, EAA, AOPA, or other pilot associations of which you may be a member, we have a powerful voice, be it here in Missouri, Indiana, Illinois, Texas, or whatever state you may represent. Every group taxpayers and pilots, carries a strong voice to Washington, D.C., as well as at the State and Local Level, we need to learn how to use our voices. So Why Not Do It Today!
Let’s not forget to exercise our rights and privileges, so we can continue to make a “Difference for General Aviation”.
UNTIL NEXT TIME!
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
&
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
SAFE FLYING!
Larry G. Harmon
Vice President
Government & Technical Affairs