The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) recently conducted a survey to generate input from their member pilots in response to an FAA notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) introducing a new electronic Pilot Records Database (PRD) that would involve certain Part 91 operators. Based on the comments received, the survey results indicate pilots have significant concerns over the potential burden of the FAA’s proposed rule change.
NBAA, AOPA Member Pilots Weigh in on Changes to Pilot Records Database
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA's proposed electronic Pilot Records Database (PRD), intended to enhance pilot hiring safety for certain Part 91 operators, has met with significant opposition from pilots and industry associations.
- A survey by NBAA and AOPA revealed widespread skepticism among pilots, who cited concerns over the PRD's substantial compliance burden, excessive time commitment (e.g., over 18 hours/month), and a belief it will not significantly improve safety or hiring.
- NBAA and AOPA advocate for modernizing pilot recordkeeping but argue the current PRD proposal is overly burdensome, costly for small general aviation businesses, and lacks crucial safeguards like a clear error correction process and pilot access to their own records.
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