A bill to require aircraft operating in Class B airspace in the national airspace system to install and operate ADS-B In and ADS-B Out equipment, and for other purposes.
This bill requires all aircraft (including military aircraft) operating in Class B airspace - typically around major airports - to install and activate ADS-B In and ADS-B Out equipment starting upon the bill's enactment. ADS-B Out broadcasts an aircraft's position and speed data to ground systems and other aircraft, while ADS-B In receives similar data for pilots. The bill repeals a prior exemption that allowed military aircraft to skip this requirement under the 2019 Defense Act. It directly affects pilots, airlines, and military operators flying in high-traffic airspace by mandating this technology for improved air traffic surveillance and safety.
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in committee
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Introduction
May 2025
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Introduced May 8, 2025
Last action May 8, 2025
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May 8, 2025
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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May 8, 2025
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upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Jerry Moran
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