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S 3866·Federal·senate

A bill to provide for updates to the Federal Aviation Administration type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies, and for other purposes.

In CommitteeFiled Feb 12, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT] (D)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Feb 12, 2026

Summary

The legislation directs the FAA to make its certification process more transparent, set clear timelines, and create consistent criteria for issue papers. It affects aircraft manufacturers, engine makers, advanced‑mobility developers, and related infrastructure providers by giving them a more predictable path to get new designs approved. The goal is to encourage innovation while keeping safety standards high.

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