Representatives Langworthy, Tenney, and Higgins Release Statement on FAA Reauthorization Bill

New York Representatives Nick Langworthy (NY-23), Claudia Tenney (NY-24), and Brian Higgins (NY-26) released the following statement after the introduction of H.R. 3935, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act: 

“We are just beginning to examine components of the nearly 800-page bill. We have some initial concerns about changes to how flight training hours are completed and calculated. While we are pleased that the bill retains the 1,500 hour training requirement as we fought hard to protect, the provision that allows 150 hours of the 1,500-hour rule to be completed virtually in a flight simulator, is a significant departure from long-standing precedent and should be struck from the bill entirely. We hope the legislative process allows for thoughtful dialogue on the best way to continue and strengthen the incredible track record of flight safety achieved following the crash of Flight 3407."

This bipartisan legislation would provide for a 5-year reauthorization of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) funding, as well as and aviation safety and infrastructure programs, which are set to expire on September 30, 2023.