Bill Would Limit Use of ADS-B Data

Sponsors contend fees and charges discouraging general aviation.

Zach Vasile

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 12:00 PM ET

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Edited By: Steve Spears

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Key Takeaways:

Congressional lawmakers have introduced the "Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act" to prevent government agencies and private companies from using ADS-B data to impose fees on pilots or initiate investigations solely based on it.
The bill aims to limit ADS-B data use strictly to air traffic controllers for safety and efficiency, addressing concerns that its misuse could discourage general aviation.
This legislation reflects growing concerns within the aviation community, championed by groups like AOPA, regarding the improper application of critical safety technology for revenue collection, frivolous lawsuits, and questionable enforcement actions.

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A group of congressional lawmakers has introduced a bill that would block government agencies and private companies from using ADS-B data to impose fees on pilots.

The Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act would limit the use of ADS-B data to air traffic controllers (ATCs) for purposes of safety and efficiency. It would also ensure that investigations cannot be initiated on the basis of ADS-B data alone.