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Email from Todd Hauptli on March 24, 2025, to DOT and FAA officials, sharing the American Association of Airport Executives' recommendations for regulatory reform and requesting a meeting with FAA leadership.
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0008883–0008884
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The American Association of Airport Executives submitted regulatory reform recommendations to the U.S. Department of Transportation and FAA in March 2025, advocating for streamlined processes and reduced overregulation in airport capital improvement projects.
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0008885–0008908
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Email from Sharon Pinkerton on April 14, 2025, regarding the Coalition's response to Senators Cruz and Moran, shared with key stakeholders, including FAA and OST officials, with an attached document on enhancing NAS safety and efficiency.
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A letter dated April 14, 2025, from various aviation industry stakeholders to Senators Ted Cruz and Jerry Moran expresses support for robust emergency funding and modernization of the National Airspace System, emphasizing safety and efficiency improvements.
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0018955–0018960
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Email from Keaton Whittaker to Hannah Matesic and Trish Fritz on June 25, 2025, requesting confirmation of the total number of Essential Air Service routes currently in operation.
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Email from Jordyn Ramsey on June 12, 2025, to DOT OIG officials, transmitting a letter from Representatives Gabe Amo and Ron Estes requesting an audit of FAA oversight at Washington National Airport.
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0018996
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On June 12, 2025, Congress members Gabe Amo and Ron Estes requested an audit from Inspector General Mitch Behm regarding FAA oversight of airspace operations at Washington National Airport following a fatal collision on January 29, 2025.
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0018997–0018998
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Email from Haddon Antonucci on February 7, 2025, to Joseph Schmoll discusses Congressman Van Drew's FY26 budget letter for the FAA, emphasizing the importance of investments in aviation safety technology and an upcoming ceremony in April.
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0018999–0019000
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On February 7, 2025, Congressman Jeff Van Drew sent a letter to Secretary Sean Duffy requesting $62 million for facilities and equipment, $10 million for research and development, and $8.36 million for personnel at the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center.
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0019001–0019003
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Email from Andrew Miller, Policy Director for Senator Ted Cruz, on May 16, 2025, requesting briefings on the DOT ATC improvement plan, including telecommunications, radar replacement, and associated costs.
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OST-2025-1200 |
0019054
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Email from Hannah Matesic at OST on May 8, 2025, to multiple recipients, sharing an embargoed press release and attachments regarding U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy's plan for a new air traffic control system.
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0019146
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The FAA's proposal outlines a comprehensive plan to modernize the air traffic control system from 2025 to 2028, including the replacement of outdated technologies, deployment of new facilities, and enhancements to communication and surveillance capabilities.
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0019157–0019159
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MEDIA ADVISORY: U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan and Lisa Murkowski, Congressman Nick Begich, Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, and NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy will hold a press availability on February 11 at 3:30 pm ET to discuss aviation safety in Alaska following a recent tragic crash.
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Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held a nominations hearing on July 16, 2025, featuring Republican questions for nominee Paul Roberti regarding FAA information sharing and PHMSA's regulatory approach to drone deliveries of hazardous materials.
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0024535–0024537
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Email from Caleb Oriet to Hannah Matesic on July 23, 2025, includes a letter from Senators Sheehy, Duckworth, and 43 others to Secretary Duffy regarding single-pilot operations in commercial aviation.
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A letter dated July 24, 2025, from Senators Tim Sheehy, Tammy Duckworth, and others to Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy expresses concerns about extended minimum crew operations for single-pilot flights, urging the FAA to oppose such proposals at ICAO.
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0027873–0027878
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On February 27, 2025, Congress members Nicholas A. Langworthy and Marc A. Veasey submitted a letter to Secretary Sean Duffy opposing the issuance of commuter air carrier authorization to SkyWest Charter, LLC, citing safety concerns and urging adherence to high safety standards.
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OST-2025-1200 |
0027911–0027912
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U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio submitted a letter on March 4, 2025, to Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, advocating for Ohio's response to the FAA's RFI regarding advanced aviation technologies.
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0027914
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Email from Patrick Herrera to Hannah Matesic on June 3, 2025, requests a letter to Secretary Sean Duffy addressing urgent safety concerns at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, including a midair collision and numerous near-miss incidents.
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0027915
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Email from Matthew Clarkin to Hannah Matesic on June 11, 2025, includes a letter from Congressman Fitzpatrick to Secretary Duffy regarding the FAA's New Manufacture Rule Implementation.
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OST-2025-1200 |
0027936
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On June 5, 2025, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick wrote to Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy urging timely implementation of secondary cockpit barriers on commercial aircraft, emphasizing the importance of passenger safety and compliance with the Saracini Aviation Safety Act.
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0027937–0027938
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Email from Brooke Kramer to Hannah Matesic on April 15, 2025, forwarding a letter from Chairman Graves urging the Secretary to permit AMEs to medically clear air traffic controllers.
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OST-2025-1200 |
0027947
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A letter dated April 14, 2025, from Congress members Frank D. Lucas and Sam Graves to Secretary Sean Duffy addresses the shortage of Aviation Medical Examiners-Employee Examiners affecting air traffic controller training and urges the FAA to allow AMEs to medically clear candidates.
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0027948–0027949
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On July 8, 2025, Nicholas E. Calio, President & CEO of Airlines for America, wrote to President Trump urging the nomination of an ambassador to the International Civil Aviation Organization to protect U.S. interests in global aviation policy.
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The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) requests opposition to proposals eliminating the FERS annuity supplement for eligible retirees, citing potential staffing crises among air traffic controllers and public safety professionals.
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0027994–0027995
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On April 1, 2025, Chairman James Comer and Ranking Member Gerald Connolly of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform requested Secretary Sean Duffy to review the Department of Justice and Department of Transportation's compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act regarding a Request for Information on airline industry competition.
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The ROTOR Act, introduced in the Senate on July 29, 2025, by Senators including Ted Cruz and Marsha Blackburn, aims to enhance aviation safety by mandating ADS-B technology for all aircraft and addressing oversight deficiencies following a midair collision incident.
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Email from Sharon Pinkerton to Ryan McCormack and Pete Meachum on July 18, 2025, discusses the success of efforts by Secretary Duffy and FAA to increase air traffic controller hires, noting a record number of academy students in training.
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0028044
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On May 18, 2025, Secretary Buttigieg announced the selection of 128 airport projects for $970 million in funding under the FY 2025 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Airport Terminal Program, as communicated by Shannetta R. Griffin of the FAA.
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0028047–0028048
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Budget Hearing questions from Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman to Secretary Sean Duffy address air traffic control equipment outages and the freeze on the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program, with a submission deadline of May 21, 2025.
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0028096–0028097
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Budget Hearing questions submitted by Rep. Ryan Zinke (MT-01) to Secretary Sean Duffy on May 18, 2025, address aviation tariffs, FAA certification speed, flight safety, rural airport improvements, AM radio's role in emergencies, and FAA staffing cuts.
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OST-2025-1200 |
0028101–0028105
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Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held a nomination hearing on June 11, 2025, featuring questions from Senators Dan Sullivan and Eric Schmitt regarding FAA regulations, aircraft certification, and accessibility for passengers with disabilities.
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0028107–0028162
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Email from Grace Brightbill on March 21, 2025, to various officials including FAA and Army personnel, sharing a final version of a letter from Congressman Beyer regarding the NTSB preliminary report on the DCA collision.
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OST-2025-1200 |
0028195–0028196
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On March 21, 2025, Congress members including Donald S. Beyer Jr. and Eleanor Holmes Norton sent a letter to DOT Secretary Sean Duffy and FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau, urging immediate safety changes following the NTSB's preliminary report on a midair collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
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OST-2025-1200 |
0028197–0028200
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Email from Patrick Herrera to Hannah Matesic on June 3, 2025, requests a letter to Secretary Sean Duffy addressing urgent safety concerns at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, including a midair collision and numerous near-miss incidents.
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2025 |
OST-2025-1200 |
0028207
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Email correspondence between Brooke Kramer and Hannah Matesic on April 15, 2025, regarding a letter from Chairman Graves urging the Secretary of Transportation to allow AMEs to medically clear air traffic controllers.
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OST-2025-1200 |
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Email from Tyler Hardy, Deputy Chief of Staff for Senator John Hoeven, on March 24, 2025, requesting details about Secretary Duffy's air traffic control plan and suggesting a briefing with THUD Appropriations staff.
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OST-2025-1200 |
0028394
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Email from Nathan Mark to Hannah Matesic, dated May 7, 2025, includes a letter from Senator Roger Marshall addressing air safety issues at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
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0028397
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A letter dated May 7, 2025, from Senator Roger W. Marshall to Secretaries Sean Duffy and Pete Hegseth addresses air safety concerns at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, citing recent incidents and requesting specific actions to improve coordination between military and civilian air traffic.
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0028398–0028400
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Email from Halee Dobbins of the Department of Transportation to Lynne Jordan-Martin and the Opinion Team at Fox News, dated February 18, 2025, submitting an op-ed by Secretary Sean P. Duffy on the urgent need to upgrade America's air traffic systems.
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0028420–0028422
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Email from Brooke Kramer to Hannah Matesic on April 2, 2025, discusses Congressman Frank D. Lucas's introduction of a bill to keep the FAA Academy open during government shutdowns.
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0028634
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On April 2, 2025, Congressman Frank D. Lucas introduced the AERO Act (H.R. 2563) to ensure the FAA Air Traffic Controller Academy remains operational during government shutdowns, supported by Airlines for America.
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0028635–0028637
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A letter from Representatives Rick Larsen and Bennie Thompson to DOT Secretary Sean Duffy and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem requests a briefing by April 21 regarding false cockpit alarms triggered by counter-drone technology near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
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0028733–0028739
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Email from Anna McCormack to Ryan McCormack on May 21, 2025, forwarding a message from Christine Burgeson of Airlines for America regarding CEO support for Air Traffic Control modernization and an open letter to Congress.
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A press release from Airlines for America, dated May 21, 2025, announces a full-page advertisement in the Washington Post urging Congress to invest in the air traffic control system, signed by the CEOs of nine member airlines.
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An open letter from Airlines for America, dated May 19, 2025, addresses Congress regarding safety and operational challenges faced by U.S. airlines amid increased travel and cargo demands, emphasizing the need for investment in air traffic control technology.
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0028808–0028809
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Email from Anna McCormack to Ryan McCormack on March 5, 2025, forwarding a letter from Congressman Seth Moulton urging the FAA to ensure transparency in its procurement process regarding a potential conflict of interest involving Verizon and Starlink.
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0028815–0028817
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Email from Kathy Dedrick to Hannah Matesic on May 8, 2025, forwarding a press release from Transportation and Infrastructure Committee leaders regarding the Administration's air traffic control infrastructure plan.
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0028828–0028829
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On May 6, 2025, Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis and colleagues introduced H.R. 3196, the Improving Helicopter Safety Act, aiming to ban non-essential helicopter flights within 20 miles of the Statue of Liberty following a fatal crash.
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On May 1, 2025, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced a new initiative to enhance the air traffic controller workforce, focusing on retention and recruitment strategies, including financial incentives and streamlined hiring processes.
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An email sent to Hannah Matesic at USDOT discusses the curriculum and advanced training technology available at the Academy, emphasizing that graduates can report directly to an FAA facility for on-the-job training.
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0028899
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An email from Airlines for America on March 19, 2025, thanks Secretary Sean Duffy for his efforts to modernize the air traffic control system, emphasizing the need to replace outdated technology.
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0028908–0028909
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A communication from Airlines for America emphasizes the urgent need for Congress to approve funding for modernizing the air traffic control system, featuring endorsements of Secretary Duffy's leadership and plans for upgrades.
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0028910–0028911
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Email correspondence from Brad Howard, Chief of Staff for Congressman Greg Stanton, to Pete Meachum and Hannah Matesic of the OST on May 5-7, 2025, discussing bipartisan support for the Secretary's proposal to modernize Air Traffic Control.
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0028914–0028915
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Email from Chris Concepcion to Hannah Matesic on July 17, 2025, regarding Annex VI air service restrictions affecting the Northern Mariana Islands, including attachments of previous correspondence and a request for DOT action.
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0008217–0008218
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A letter dated February 5, 2025, from Congresswoman Kimberlyn King-Hinds to Secretary Sean Duffy urges the U.S. Department of Transportation to lift restrictions on international air service between China and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, citing economic impacts and compliance with the U.S.-China Air Transport Agreement.
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0008219–0008220
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A letter dated February 26, 2025, from Secretary of Transportation Sean P. Duffy to Representative Kimberlyn King-Hinds discusses the pending application from the Commonwealth Ports Authority for an exemption from international air service restrictions.
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OST-2025-1200 |
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U.S. Department of Transportation's Air Traffic Control Press Conference on May 8, 2025, features Secretary Sean Duffy, FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau, and various airline CEOs discussing air traffic control issues.
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0008228
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Email correspondence dated March 26, 2025, between Jason Harvey, Senior Legislative Assistant to Congresswoman Virginia Foxx, and Hannah Matesic of the DOT discusses support for Boom Technology's efforts to repeal the ban on supersonic travel over land.
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0029027–0029028
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On May 30, 2025, the Transportation Committee Republicans announced a hearing for June 4, 2025, to discuss stakeholder perspectives on the FAA's implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, featuring industry representatives.
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0008237–0008238
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Email from Transportation Committee Republicans on March 4, 2025, includes opening statements by Chairmen Sam Graves and Troy Nehls regarding the urgent need for modernization of the air traffic control system during a hearing on infrastructure and staffing.
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0008256–0008258
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Email from Transportation Committee Republicans on May 15, 2025, includes Chairman Sam Graves' opening statement regarding the hearing on the implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.
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0008270–0008271
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Email from Transportation Committee Republicans on May 21, 2025, discusses Chairman Sam Graves' op-ed in the Washington Times advocating for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which proposes $12.5 billion to modernize the U.S. air traffic control system.
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On May 22, 2025, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO) released a statement regarding the House's passage of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, emphasizing its funding for the Coast Guard and air traffic control modernization.
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Email from Hannah Matesic (OST) on June 12, 2025, acknowledges receipt of a congressional letter from Representatives Gabe Amo and Ron Estes requesting an audit of FAA's oversight of airspace operations at Washington National Airport.
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On May 21, 2025, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves testified in support of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, proposing significant investments in the Coast Guard, air traffic control modernization, and addressing the Highway Trust Fund shortfall.
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On April 8, 2025, Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX) delivered opening remarks at a hearing on airport infrastructure, emphasizing the need for $174 billion in investments to meet growing air travel demands.
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On February 6, 2025, Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX) delivered opening remarks at a hearing on Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems, addressing recent aviation accidents and the challenges posed by drone integration into airspace.
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On June 4, 2025, Transportation Committee Republicans emailed Jack Priebe regarding Chairman Troy E. Nehls' opening statement from a hearing on stakeholder perspectives concerning the implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.
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On February 6, 2025, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee leaders, including Sam Graves and Rick Larsen, issued a joint statement following a closed NTSB briefing on the January 29 collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
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Transportation Committee Republicans issued a joint statement on January 29, 2025, regarding an aviation accident at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, expressing their ongoing communication with the FAA and NTSB.
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Email from Joshua Shapiro to FAA and OST staff on July 29, 2025, includes Rep. Debbie Dingell's follow-up letter to FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford regarding safety concerns over the reinstated ILS-Y landing approach at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
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0011862–0011864
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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell urged the FAA to suspend the ILS-Y approach at Detroit Metropolitan Airport due to safety concerns and requested a comprehensive update on safety measures in a letter dated March 28, 2025.
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0011865–0011868
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On June 3, 2025, Airlines for America submitted comments to Ms. Julia Khersonsky of the Bureau of Industry and Security regarding the Section 232 National Security Investigation of Imports of Commercial Aircraft and Jet Engines, emphasizing the economic impact of the aviation industry.
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0011844–0011861
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Email from Sharon Pinkerton to multiple OST and FAA officials on March 20, 2025, discusses Secretary Duffy's upcoming announcement of a new air traffic control system and related communications strategies.
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0011947–0011975
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Email from Rajat Mathur of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee on April 3, 2025, requesting a briefing on Counter-UAS coordination between FAA and OST, addressing specific questions regarding 10 USC 1301 coordination with DOD.
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Email from Andrew Giacini to Hannah Matesic on May 5, 2025, inquiring about the timing of an announcement regarding ATC modernization plans and requesting a briefing on the proposal.
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On July 17, 2025, Chris Concepcion emailed Hannah Matesic regarding the urgent need to lift air service restrictions affecting the Northern Mariana Islands, attaching prior correspondence from Congresswoman Kimberlyn KHinign-nds and a summary of the economic impact.
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The FAA outlines a three-year framework for urgent supplemental funding to modernize the National Airspace System, addressing outdated technologies and infrastructure to enhance safety and efficiency in aviation.
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0019149–0019156
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Federal Aviation Administration's Obstruction Evaluation report dated September 12, 2023, concerning wind turbine construction by Alle-Catt Wind Energy LLC, with a petition under consideration for ASN 2019-WTE-9194-OE.
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On June 3, 2025, Congressman Keith Self addressed a letter to Secretary Sean Duffy of the U.S. Department of Transportation, expressing urgent concerns about aviation safety risks at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport following a fatal midair collision and numerous near-misses.
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0027916–0027917
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A letter dated May 5, 2025, from Congressman Ken Calvert to Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy urges a review of in-flight medical equipment and crew training standards following a cardiac incident involving a constituent.
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0027882–0027883
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U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced a comprehensive plan on January 30, 1960, to develop a new air traffic control system, emphasizing safety improvements and modern technology to replace outdated infrastructure.
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0019147–0019148
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