Bill > S2175

This bill, known as the "Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act," establishes new restrictions and requirements related to automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) data and airport fees for general aviation aircraft. The bill prohibits any person or government agency from using ADS-B data to identify aircraft for the purpose of assessing fees or charges. It limits air traffic controllers to using ADS-B data only for tracking aircraft and improving air traffic safety, or for other purposes approved by the Secretary of Transportation after public comment. The bill also expands restrictions on using ADS-B data in investigations, preventing not just the FAA Administrator but all federal, state, local, territorial, and tribal officials from certain investigative uses. Additionally, the bill requires public-use airports to disclose detailed information before imposing landing or take-off fees on general aviation aircraft, including efforts to reduce expenses, explore alternative revenue sources, and assess the potential impact on general aviation. Any fees collected from general aviation aircraft can only be used for airside safety projects, and the bill provides a specific definition of general aviation aircraft as those used for personal, recreational, flight training, or non-commercial purposes. The legislation aims to protect pilot privacy and ensure transparency in airport fee structures.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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