Is Advanced Air Mobility's Progress Being Thwarted?

Industry seeks to define America's leadership role in an important aviation frontier.

Jack Daleo

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 09:00 AM ET

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The U.S. advanced air mobility (AAM) industry is pressuring Congress and regulators to accelerate rule-making, arguing that slow progress is jeopardizing American innovation and global leadership in the sector.
Despite some positive legislative steps, industry stakeholders criticize the FAA's pace, demanding quicker release of initial rules for powered-lift pilot certification and drone operations (BVLOS) amidst concerns about regulatory capacity.
A primary fear is that the U.S. is lagging behind international competitors like China and the UAE in AAM deployment, risking economic leadership and potentially creating national security vulnerabilities if global standards are set elsewhere.

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About 200 movers and shakers in the advanced air mobility (AAM) industry gathered at Honeywell’s Capitol Hill office in Washington, D.C., with a message to Congress: You are standing between the country and progress.

The September event marked the aerospace and defense giant’s third annual AAM Summit, and according to David Shilliday, vice president and general manager of AAM at Honeywell, the event can have a tangible impact on U.S. policy.