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The next frontier of aviation is right there in front of us, with the FAA’s Innovate 28 Plan laying the groundwork for AAM operations in 2028.
Continue Reading Defending an AAM product liability lawsuit
Recent news headlines relating to air travel have demonstrated the aviation industry’s refocus on passenger experience and consumer protection issues. Airlines are working hard to address scenarios that may affect the passenger experience during air travel today, including remediating weather delays and personnel-related issues. The Biden Administration has made consumer protections in the aviation industry
In the past week, the U.S. House and U.S. Senate separately proposed legislation to reauthorize and fund the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). While there are similarities and overlapping provisions in the two bills, there are many differences. For example, while the House’s version provides great funding and revitalization of the general aviation community, the Senate’s version does not. By way of further example, the Senate’s version provides sweeping provisions for what it calls “consumer protections” which would drastically alter a commercial airline’s financial obligations in the event of a delayed flight and requires hotlines for the general public. The House version takes a softer stance on such issues.
The business, commercial, and general aviation communities should take note of our key takeaways from the two competing bills and monitor the developments in Congress over the summer as we approach the September 30 expiration deadline of Congress’ FAA authorization. Below we focus on certain highlights from the two pieces of legislation, including part 121 air carriers, advanced air mobility, general aviation, and consumer protections.
Continue Reading U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate propose bills to reauthorize the FAA
Today, some commentators have even argued that autonomous flight is likely to become a reality much earlier than autonomous driving. However, a distinct issue is the extent to which artificial intelligence (AI) may be used in autonomous flight.
Continue Reading Legal challenges in autonomous flight: Things to consider before investing in an aircraft that flies itself
What are the eVOTL investment opportunities in the Middle East and Southeast Asia regions of the industry?
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The European Union, through its aviation safety authority (EASA) has taken steps to address the future VTOL traffic management challenge with the development of an unmanned traffic management system, called the “U-Space.”
Continue Reading EASA’s U-Space: The future of air traffic management for drones and VTOL
While some analysts predicted a sharp downturn in the conversion market over the next several years, the relative demand for air cargo remains strong.
Continue Reading Looking ahead: 2023 and the air freight market
The Hague Court of Arbitration for Aviation (HCAA) has recently revised its arbitration rules focusing on a high level of consultative engagement with the aviation community.
Continue Reading An analysis of the new Hague Court of Arbitration for Aviation
Aviation investors desire to seek more environmentally friendly targets and we are seeing an increase in interest in another new sector of aviation: advanced air mobility, or “AAM.
Continue Reading Investment opportunities in eVTOL
Julia has recently joined our Transportation team here at Reed Smith, having previously been an attorney and policy advisor at the U.S. Department of Transportation and developing strategy and policy with the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (‘US Regulator’) – including in relation to emerging transportation and advanced air mobility (‘AAM’).
The regulatory framework being built to facilitate AAM around the world can seem intimidating, and is changing with a speed and agility that those working in more established modes of transport may not expect. Julia shares some helpful thoughts on this, and we will be sharing more detailed insights soon – so watch this space!
Continue Reading We have questions: Julia Norsetter, Policy and Analysis Lead at Reed Smith