Its been almost four years since the FAA has been able to engage in the kind of long-range planning most other federal agencies enjoy. Thats because the most-recent multi-year legislation authorizing its activities expired in 2007, forcing the agency into a situation where its been subject to a series of short-term 288
Taking Hostages
Its been almost four years since the FAA has been able to engage in the kind of long-range planning most other federal agencies enjoy. Thats because the most-recent multi-year legislation authorizing its activities expired in 2007, forcing the agency into a situation where its been subject to a series of short-term extensions-21 of them so far, as of this writing-to continue operating. Most recently, the agencys offices and employees tasked with airport construction, facilities modernization, and research and development, were forced to shut down when Congress failed to renew the latest extension.
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA has been operating on a series of short-term funding extensions since 2007, leading to operational shutdowns, furloughed employees, and significant revenue losses due to political leveraging of unrelated legislative issues.
- Despite facing challenges like fuel prices and a need for improved safety, the general aviation sector is portrayed as vibrant and evolving, with new technologies and innovative designs signaling a strong future.
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