Aviation

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require air carrier employees and ticket agents to provide the details of any scheduled stopover to any person who makes a reservation or purchases a ticket for a flight which will involve any such stopover.

United States · United States Congress · 18 December 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require air carrier employees and ticket agents who sell flight tickets which involve a scheduled stopover to inform the purchaser of specified details of such stopover, including the scheduled duration and any planned change of aircraft. Requires such personnel to refund to passengers the airline ticket purchase price upon failure to provide the required stopover information. Subjects to civil penalties any such personnel who fail to make such a refund.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require the use of detection methods and procedures at airports for the purpose of detecting plastic explosives and other devices which may be used in aircraft piracy and which cannot be detected by metal detectors.

United States · United States Congress · 17 December 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require the operator of each airport regularly serving an air carrier to use detection methods in screening passengers and cargo for the purpose of detecting plastic explosives which may be used in aircraft piracy and which cannot be detected by metal detectors.

A bill to amend section 312(c) of the Federal Aviation Act of 1958, relating to research and development, to require the Secretary of Transportation to assure the development of a collision avoidance system for use on all civil and military aircraft of the United States in the interest of air safety.

United States · United States Congress · 11 December 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 relating to research and development to direct the Secretary of Transportation to promulgate standards for an airborne collision avoidance system for civil and military aircraft within one year after enactment of this Act. Sets forth the design requirements of such collision avoidance system.

Durchführung von Berlin-Flügen durch Fluggesellschaften der Bundesrepublik Deutschland (G-SIG: 10052126)

Germany · German Bundestag · 15 November 1985

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require the use of dogs at major airports for the purpose of detecting plastic explosives and other devices which may be used in aircraft piracy and which cannot be detected by metal detectors.

United States · United States Congress · 22 October 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require the operator of each airport regularly serving an air carrier to use dogs in screening passengers and cargo for the purpose of detecting materials which may be used in aircraft piracy and which cannot be detected by metal detectors.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958, as amended, to increase civil penalty limits for safety violations by persons engaged in commercial aircraft operations, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 8 October 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to increase from $1,000 to $10,000 the civil penalty for certain safety violations of such Act or of its regulations by persons operating aircraft for the carriage of persons or property for compensation or hire. Provides a civil penalty of $1,000 for safety violations relating to notification of proposed construction of structures which could pose a hazard to air navigation. (Current law provides only for a criminal penalty.)

Erhöhung des Bewölkungsgrades durch den Luftverkehr (G-SIG: 10043429)

Germany · German Bundestag · 27 September 1985

Sicherheitsbedürfnis der zivilen und militärischen Teilnehmer an der Luftfahrt (G-SIG: 10043432)

Germany · German Bundestag · 27 September 1985

A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should not resume negotiations with the Soviet Union concerning reopening direct air travel between the two countries until the Soviet Union formally acknowledges its guilt in the shooting down of Korean Airlines Flight 007 on September 1, 1983.

United States · United States Congress · 26 September 1985

Deplores and condemns the Soviet action of September 1, 1983 (the destruction of Korean Airlines Flight 007), and calls on the Soviet Union to apologize for this act of aggression. Calls upon the President not to negotiate any agreement with the Soviet Union reinstating Soviet landing rights in the United States until it apologizes for its actions.

A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that procurement of the new United States weather radar system, NEXRAD, continue on schedule and according to the established minimum requirements agreed to by the National Weather Service, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Department of Defense.

United States · United States Congress · 18 September 1985

Expresses the sense of the Congress that procurement of the new U.S. weather radar system, NEXRAD, continue on schedule and according to the established minimum requirements agreed to by the National Weather Service, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Department of Defense.

A bill to provide that procurement of the new United States weather radar system, NEXRAD, continue on schedule and according to the established minimum requirements agreed to by the National Weather Service, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Department of Defense.

United States · United States Congress · 18 September 1985

Requires that the procurement of the new U.S. weather radar system (NEXRAD) continue on schedule and according to the established minimum requirements agreed to by the National Weather Service, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Department of Defense.

A joint resolution to direct the Postmaster General to issue a commemorative stamp honoring the 75th anniversary of United States naval aviation.

United States · United States Congress · 23 July 1985

Directs the Postmaster General to issue a commemorative stamp honoring the 75th anniversary of U.S. naval aviation. Specifies the stamp's denomination and the dates within which it may be issued. Directs that the stamp be sold during a period set by the Postmaster General and bear a design approved by the Secretary of the Navy.

A joint resolution to facilitate the provision of readjustment services to the United States citizens who were passengers on the hijacked Trans World Airlines flight number 847 on June 14, 1985, and were held hostage following the hijacking and to other United States citizens returning from captivity as political hostages, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 22 July 1985

Directs the Administrator of Veterans Affairs to ensure that the expertise of the Veterans Administration in diagnosing and treating the trauma and stress of political hostage victims and in training health care personnel on such matters is made available to other Federal Government agencies and organizations who provide readjustment services to passengers of Trans World Airlines Flight 847 or any other political hostage victims.

A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to the hijacking of Trans World Airlines flight 847, the release of the hostages taken from the flight, other Americans still held captive in Lebanon, and terrorist acts in general.

United States · United States Congress · 8 July 1985

Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) Mrs. Uli Derickson should receive special commendation from the President in recognition of her heroism during the flight 847 hijacking; (2) the hijackers who murdered U.S. Navy Petty Officer Stethem should be brought to justice; (3) all diplomatic means should be employed to obtain the release of the seven U.S. citizens still held in Lebanon; and (4) the Secretary of State should be supported in his efforts to gain international cooperation to prevent international terrorism.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to prohibit the acquisition of an air carrier by another air carrier, or by the person controlling another air carrier, which is operating under the protection of the bankruptcy laws.

United States · United States Congress · 26 June 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to prohibit the purchase, lease, or acquisition of control in any manner of a substantial portion of an air carrier by the following persons: (1) any air carrier which is a debtor; (2) any person who is a debtor and controls an air carrier; (3) any person controlling an air carrier which is a debtor; or (4) any person who is a debtor and is substantially engaged in the business of aeronautics.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require that Federal Government-financed passengers and property traveling in international air transportation be transported only on air carriers which, if serving beer and wine, serve only beer and wine that are principally the product of the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 24 June 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to provide that whenever a person is transported aboard an international air carrier at Federal expense, the appropriate Federal agency shall assure that any beer or wine served on such aircraft is principally a product of the United States.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require security personnel to be aboard international flights of United States air carriers, unless the Secretary of Transportation determines for any particular flight or route that it is not necessary for the safety of passengers.

United States · United States Congress · 19 June 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require the Secretary of Transportation to: (1) provide specially trained security personnel for each air carrier flight in foreign air transportation; and (2) condition foreign air transportation permits upon the requirement that each air carrier carries security personnel on each such flight. Authorizes the Secretary to waive the security personnel requirements if the Secretary determines that passenger safety does not require the presence of security personnel. Authorizes appropriations.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require the suspension of air service between the United States and any foreign nation that does not implement aviation security measures equal to those in effect at domestic airports.

United States · United States Congress · 18 June 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to provide that if a foreign nation with which the United States has a bilateral air transport agreement does not implement minimum transportation security measures upon notification by the Secretary of Transportation, the Secretary shall within 180 days: (1) suspend the foreign air carrier permit issued to such nation; and (2) suspend the right of any air carrier to operate in foreign air transportation to or from such nation. Provides for the reinstatement of such permit and foreign air operations upon the Secretary's determination that such foreign nation effectively administers the minimum security measures standards. Prohibits any air carrier or foreign air carrier to engage in foreign air transportation or commerce in violation of the suspensions imposed by the Secretary.

A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that procurement of the new United States weather radar system, NEXRAD, continue on schedule and according to the established minimum requirements agreed to by the National Weather Service, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Department of Defense.

United States · United States Congress · 13 June 1985

Expresses the sense of the Congress that procurement of the new U.S. weather radar system, NEXRAD, continue on schedule and according to the established minimum requirements agreed to by the National Weather Service, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Department of Defense.

REQUEST FOR CONSULTATION ON THE DRAFT POLICY STATEMENT BY THE EUROPEAN CIVIL AVIATION CONFERENCE (Communication from the Commission to the Council)

European Union · European Commission · 4 June 1985

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to limit payments to defense contractors for the expenses of air travel.

United States · United States Congress · 1 May 1985

Limits the amount of payments to defense contractors for the expenses of air travel to the amount of the standard commercial fare for travel between the points involved. Provides an exception to such limitation if travel by common carrier at standard fare: (1) would require travel at unreasonable hours; (2) would excessively prolong travel; (3) would result in increased costs that would offset potential savings; or (4) would not meet the physical or medical needs of the person traveling.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require the Secretary of Transportation to reserve slots at high density airports for service to small communities.

United States · United States Congress · 24 April 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 with respect to airspace control and facilities to require the Secretary of Transportation to determine for each high density airport the number of slots needed to be reserved in order to provide adequate air transportation between such airport and eligible small communities. Prescribes guidelines under which the Secretary shall create a pool of such slots and allocate them to air carriers.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to advance the scheduled termination date of the Essential Air Service Program, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 17 April 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to repeal the authority for small community air service. Repeals the requirement that an air carrier give specified notice before terminating or suspending air transportation to a small community. Amends the Civil Aeronautics Board Sunset Act of 1984 to make technical and conforming changes.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require commercial passenger-carrying aircraft to be equipped with smoke detectors and automatic fire extinguishers in all aircraft lavatories and galley areas.

United States · United States Congress · 21 March 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require fire equipment and smoke detectors on certain passenger-carrying aircraft in the lavatory and galley areas.

Befreiung der Luftfahrt-Betriebsstoffe von der Mineralölsteuer (G-SIG: 10048209)

Germany · German Bundestag · 8 March 1985

A bill to provide for the review of certain authority in certificates issued under the Federal Aviation Act of 1958, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 5 March 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to declare ineffective any termination dates which appear in certificates authorizing airlines to engage in foreign air transportation. Authorizes the Secretary of Transportation to: (1) review an airline's certification to provide foreign air transportation; and (2) replace such airline's certification with that of another applicant which has demonstrated it will provide a substantially improved combination of service and rates. Prescribes conditions under which the Secretary may exercise this authority.

A bill to amend section 612 of the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to provide authority to any person operating an airport certificated under this section to take certain actions to limit excessive aircraft noise impact on persons living or working beyond the boundaries of such airport.

United States · United States Congress · 7 February 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to authorize certificated airport operators to restrict: (1) the number of aircraft operations; and (2) certain noise-emission characteristics of aircraft operations. Requires such restrictions to be implemented through procedures which do not unjustly discriminate against any aircraft operators.

A bill to amend the Tax Reform Act of 1984 to provide a transitional rule for the tax treatment of certain air travel benefits provided to employees of airlines.

United States · United States Congress · 3 January 1985

Amends the Tax Reform Act of 1984 to provide that an individual who, as of September 12, 1984, was performing services for one member of a corporate group and was eligible for nontaxable air travel benefits provided by another corporate affiliate shall continue to be eligible for such benefits if as of that date: (1) at least 50 percent of the individuals performing services for the first such corporation were or had been employees of or had previously performed services for the second such corporation; and (2) the primary business of the affiliated group was air transportation of passengers.

A bill for the relief of certain former flight engineers of Western Airlines.

United States · United States Congress · 3 January 1985

Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to pay to each of numerous named individuals a specified sum relating to their claims as former flight engineers of a named airline.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require regulations prohibiting air carriers from dispensing alcoholic beverages and tobacco without charge to passengers aboard air carrier aircraft.

United States · United States Congress · 3 January 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to direct the Civil Aeronautics Board to promulgate regulations which prohibit air carriers from dispensing alcoholic beverages and tobacco without charge to passengers.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require air carriers to schedule operations at airports in such a manner so as not to exceed the capacity of any airport to handle operations during any period of time.

United States · United States Congress · 3 January 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require air carriers to schedule takeoffs and landings at airports in a manner that does not exceed the capacity of such airports to handle such operations. Directs the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to prescribe procedures for such scheduling not later than 30 days after enactment of this Act, including the monitoring of any necessary negotiations. Requires air carriers to enter into an initial agreement, not later than 60 days after enactment, which establishes a conforming operation schedule. Authorizes the Administrator to prescribe schedules if air carriers do not enter into such agreement. Authorizes the Administrator to resolve any schedule disputes and to exempt air carriers from the antitrust laws to the extent necessary to implement agreements.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to authorize reduced-rate air transportation to the United States for certain persons who have been or will be adopted by a resident of the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 3 January 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to allow air carriers to offer reduced rate air transportation for any individual under 16 years of age who is traveling to the United States from a foreign country to be adopted, or after being adopted, by a resident of the United States.

A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to permit smoking on board passenger-carrying aircraft in only one designated area.

United States · United States Congress · 3 January 1985

Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to prohibit smoking in more than one designated area of a passenger-carrying aircraft. Requires air carriers to provide a seat for any passenger who wishes to be seated in a no-smoking section.

A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to provide that differential pay be made payable to certain employees of the Federal Aviation Administration.

United States · United States Congress · 3 January 1985

Authorizes the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to pay premium pay to an employee assigned to a computer program analyst position classified not lower than GS-9, located in an air traffic control center or terminal or a flight service station, and the duties of which are directly involved in, or responsible for, the operation and maintenance of the air traffic control system. Makes this Act applicable to such service performed after August 2, 1981, by any individual who: (1) is an FAA employee upon enactment of this Act; or (2) retired or died after such date.