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FAA ADS-B Tools Back Online After Short Outage Nov. 23, 2021: Two FAA-managed ADS-B tools – the Service Availability Prediction Tool (SAPT) and ADS-B Deviation Authorization Pre-Flight Tool (ADAPT) – are back online after a short outage earlier this month.
ADS-B Out RVSM Height Monitoring Now Available Only on Mondays Sept. 1, 2021: Aircraft accessing RVSM airspace are required to verify altitude-keeping performance for initial authorization, and then every two years or 1,000 hours, whichever comes first.
Maintenance Providers: Avoid ‘Ghost’ Targets When Testing ADS-B Equipment April 19, 2021: During testing, maintenance providers should follow their ADS-B testing equipment manufacturer’s guidance to avoid transmitting false airborne target information, which creates confusion.
Virtual IOC2020 Closes With Look at Operational Impacts of Cutting-Edge Avionics July 31, 2020: The NBAA GO International Operators Conference wrapped up July 30, 2020, with a forward-looking discussion of safety and operational benefits provided by the next generation of avionics technology.
NBAA Wraps Virtual Maintenance Conference with Call for Awareness on STC Compliance July 28, 2020: The NBAA GO Maintenance Conference wrapped up July 27, 2020, with a detailed look at maintaining airworthiness when installing equipment through supplemental type certificates.
Virtual Maintenance Conference: 3 Tips for Troubleshooting a NO COMM Data Link Error July 3, 2020: Operators experiencing a NO COMM error, one of those most common data link communication issues, should run through a series of simple tests to determine the cause of the problem.
U.S. Aircraft Owners Continue Push for ADS-B Compliance Amidst Pandemic June 9, 2020: The FAA’s deadline for ADS-B Out equipage of aircraft operating in most controlled airspace was effective on Jan. 1, 2020, but not all aircraft operating in regulated airspace met that deadline, and installations have continued despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
Avionics Sales Down, But Industry Leaders Optimistic June 2, 2020: As the industry passed the Jan. 1, 2020, ADS-B deadline, avionics sales for Q1 2020 were down compared to Q1 2019. The full impact of COVID-19 may still be felt, but leaders cited optimistic stats.
European Commission Delays ADS-B Compliance by Six Months, Citing Pandemic May 6, 2020: The European Commission is extending its deadline for ADS-B equipage in new aircraft by six months to Dec. 7, 2020, citing the pressure placed on operators during the COVID-19 pandemic.
NBAA Webinar Addresses Members’ ADS-B Implementation, Privacy Questions Jan. 24, 2020: An NBAA webinar held Jan. 22, 2020, provided an update on ADS-B implementation and addressed member questions about what the full implementation of the ADS-B requirements means for business aviation, including issues related to privacy and security.
ADS-B and Privacy Highlighted in Upcoming NBAA Webinar, PBI Regional Forum Session Jan. 8, 2020: NBAA is holding a webinar on Jan. 22, and an education session on Jan. 29, to answer questions about ADS-B compliance and privacy.
No Relief Expected For Non-Compliant ADS-B Transponder Equipment Dec. 30, 2019: On Wednesday Jan. 1, 2020, the FAA’s ADS-B rule takes effect, requiring operators to utilize equipment meeting the requirements of FAR Part 91.225 and 91.227 when flying in rule airspace.
At TEB Event, Bolen Highlights New Privacy Tools, Workforce Bill Among 2019 Wins Dec. 26, 2019: NBAA ended a busy 2019 by celebrating key achievements in privacy and job creation, association President and CEO Ed Bolen told members of the Teterboro Users Group during their last quarterly meeting of the year.
NBAA Answers Operators’ Questions About FAA’s New Flight Privacy Protection Tools Dec. 23, 2019: As the Jan. 1, ADS-B deadline draws closer, NBAA’s Heidi Williams and Doug Carr answer operators’ questions about how to maintain their privacy utilizing the FAA’s new LADD and Privacy ICAO Address programs, both of which were advocated for by NBAA.
What You Need to Know About Privacy in the Age of ADS-B Nov. 25, 2019: With the ADS-B compliance deadline about a month away, NBAA examines what business aircraft operators need to know about protecting their privacy.
NBAA Commends FAA for New Measures to Preserve Aviation Privacy, Security Nov. 4, 2019: NBAA applauded the FAA for developing a plan to allow a real-time flight-tracking opt-out for operators that have equipped their aircraft with ADS-B equipment, which will be required to operate in most U.S. airspace effective Jan. 1, 2020.
NBAA, Industry Stakeholders Urge FAA to Create ADS-B Minimum Operational Network in Alaska Oct. 3, 2019: NBAA joined with other industry groups in urging the FAA to create a Minimum Operational Network for ADS-B coverage in Alaska.
Bolen Tells Senators: Continued Flight-Tracking 'Opt-Out' Needed With ADS-B Sept. 27, 2019: Despite business aviation's longstanding support for airspace modernization, including ADS-B equipage, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen emphasized concerns over maintaining operator privacy during a Sept. 24, 2019, Senate hearing.
FAA Permits ADS-B Off for Military, Other Sensitive Flights July 22, 2019: On July 18, 2019, the FAA published an Interim Final Rule that permits the military and other sensitive operations conducted by government entities in matters of national defense, homeland security, intelligence and law enforcement to fly with their installed ADS-B equipment off.
NBAA Working With FAA to Ensure ADS-B Flight-Tracking Opt-Out Continues July 19, 2019: Given the long-standing recognition by government and industry of the need to maintain in-flight security, NBAA is working with the FAA and other stakeholders to identify the most effective means to ensure that operators continue to have the ability to opt out from having their flights tracked in real time, following a conversation many aircraft will make to new ADS-B technology, starting Jan. 1, 2020.
FAA Policy Statement Clarifies ADS-B Performance Requirement Expectations July 9, 2019: The FAA has clarified its policies related to ADS-B equipped aircraft after Jan. 1, 2020. Circumstances outside of an operator’s control may result in a temporary degradation of ADS-B performance, and the agency provided a number of scenarios in which an operator may experience service availability disruptions, but not be considered in violation.
NBAA Actively Engaged With FAA and Collins Aerospace to Resolve GPS Receiver Disruption June 17, 2019: NBAA continues to monitor the ongoing service disruption affecting certain Collins Aerospace (formerly Rockwell Collins) GPS receivers, and operators should also familiarize themselves with how those systems work on their aircraft, what capabilities are actually affected and how the disruption may impact their operations.
FAA and Industry Examine Space-Based ADS-B Applications April 29, 2019: GPS-based ADS-B capabilities have brought improved situational awareness for air traffic controllers and pilots operating in the U.S. National Airspace System, as well as other regions throughout the world.
FAA Issues Policy for Non-Compliant Operations in ADS-B Airspace April 8, 2019: The FAA issued a statement of policy for pilots of aircraft not equipped with ADS-B Out after Jan. 1, 2020, to receive ATC authorization to fly in ADS-B airspace.
FAA, NBAA Issue Joint Reminder on ADS-B Equipage Mandate March 25, 2019: NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen joined with Dan Elwell, acting administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), to issue a reminder to the business aviation community to install Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast Out (ADS-B) equipment on their aircraft before the FAA’s Jan. 1, 2020, deadline.
ADS-B: Much Has Been Accomplished, But There’s More Left to Do March 14, 2019: With just nine months remaining until the FAA's Jan. 1, 2020, ADS-B Out equipage deadline, a popular flight tracking website reports approximately seven out of 10 business aircraft are utilizing the technology.
FAA Guidance Clarifies Streamlined U.S. RVSM Approval Feb. 21, 2019: The FAA has issued a notice and advisory that provide clarification and guidance for RVSM operations of aircraft with qualified ADS-B Out equipment in lieu of an authorization.
FAA Final Rule Eliminates Need for Certain RVSM LOAs, OpSpecs Dec. 27, 2018: The FAA recently published a final rule that eliminates the requirement for operators to apply for an RVSM authorization if the aircraft is equipped with a qualified ADS-B Out system.
ADS-B Out Required for Some Indian Routes Beginning Jan. 1, 2019 Nov. 30, 2018: All aircraft flying PBN routes in Indian continental airspace with Designators L, M, N, P. Q, T and routes A201, A347, A465. A474, A791, B211, B466. G450, R457, R460, R461, W15, W19, W20, W29, W41, W43, W45, W47, W56S/N, W67, W111, W112, W114, W115, W118, W153, at or above flight level 290 must carry serviceable 1090 MHz ES ADS-B transmitting equipment. Aircraft not equipped with ADS-B will be permitted to fly these routes below flight level 290.
FAA Relaunches ADS-B Rebate Program Oct. 23, 2018: U.S.-registered, fixed-wing, single-engine piston aircraft not already equipped with compliant ADS-B equipment are eligible for the FAA $500 ADS-B rebate program, available through Oct. 11, 2019, or until funds are exhausted.
FAA: ADS-S Deadline Remains Jan. 1, 2020 Despite April Fool’s Prank Saying Otherwise April 6, 2018: An April 1, 2018. article in the trade press stated the FAA will postpone the deadline for ADS-B compliance to 2040, but the deadline remains Jan. 1, 2020.
Operators Can Request Free FAA Performance Report to Validate ADS-B Data March 1, 2018: Leading up to the FAA's 2020 ADS-B implementation deadline, business aviation operators can validate their equipment by conducting an operational flight and requesting an FAA Public ADS-B Performance Report, or PAPR.
NBAA Asks FAA to Hit Pause Button on Proposed IAP Cancellations Nov. 13, 2017: In light of recent flight management system (FMS) software glitches that required FMS manufacturers to pull thousands of approaches from their databases, NBAA is asking the FAA to “hit the pause button” on implementation of its proposed policy on cancellation of certain instrument approach procedures (IAPs) – specifically circling approaches and circling approach minima. In one of these database issues, one manufacturer had to temporarily remove more than10,000 IAPs in its database.
Top 5 Myths About Equipping for ADS-B Oct. 16, 2017: With the ADS-B deadline approaching on Dec. 31, 2019, NBAA dispels the myths about the process for equipping with this key NextGen technology.
Navigator: Use Recommended or Required Routes to Avoid Delays Oct. 2, 2017: Each day in the National Airspace System is different, but one constant is that the FAA wants aircraft operators to file flight plans with good routes. The FAA’s Air Traffic Control System Command Center can help expedite traffic flows by recommending or requiring certain routes to operators, and using them can help mitigate delays.
FAA, FCC Investigating Misuse of 121.5 MHz Mayday Frequency Aug. 17, 2017: NBAA members should be aware that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Enforcement Bureau is working with the FAA to investigate the misuse of – and harmful interference to – the “Mayday” frequency of 121.5 MHz, said Sarah Wolf, NBAA senior manager of security and facilitation.
It Pays to Plan Ahead for ADS-B Equipage June 13, 2017: This is the second in a series of articles about the importance of planning early for the January 2020 ADS-B requirement.
Coordinating ADS-B Installation with Planned Maintenance Reduces Aircraft Downtime June 2, 2017: Dec. 31, 2019, may seem a long way off, but it’s a hard deadline for operators to equip their aircraft with ADS-B capabilities. Once Jan. 1, 2020, arrives, ADS-B will be required to operate in most airspace over the continental United States.
Free NBAA Webinar Presents In-Depth Look at RNAV System Advancements Dec. 1, 2016: Business aircraft pilots who use RNAV to increase operational efficiency and reduce fuel expenses will benefit from a free Jeppesen-sponsored, NBAA-hosted webinar on system advancements at on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016.
Plan Your ADS-B Upgrade Before Time Runs Out Nov. 28, 2016: Time is running out for operators to install the necessary equipment. By Jan. 1, 2020, the majority of aircraft operating domestically in the U.S. will be required to have ADS-B Out capabilities.
U.S. Operators Urged to Follow New ICAO Approach-Procedure Naming Standards Nov. 16, 2016: As air navigation service providers outside the U.S. implement new ICAO naming conventions for PBN instrument approach procedures, U.S. operators are being urged to familiarize themselves with the new standards.
FAA Working on Advanced Applications for Performance Based Navigation Oct. 13, 2016: From 2016 through 2020, the FAA hopes to increase the utilization of existing RNAV and required navigation performance procedures, and develop new criteria, policies and standards, to enable more advanced applications of performance based navigation.
ADS-B Rebate Available Sept. 19 to Owners of Eligible Aircraft Sept. 16, 2016: The FAA will allow owners of eligible aircraft to apply for a $500 rebate for installing avionics required for ADS-B Out compliance. The FAA’s ADS-B rebate website went live on Sept. 19.
Jeppesen Previews Navigational Chart Design Changes Aug. 26, 2016: Jeppesen is set to unveil its redesigned SIDs and STARs charts, with enhancements based on real-world pilot experience to enhance situational awareness. The new charts will use colors for key information, graphics for topographical features and flight procedures will be shown to scale.
Verify Your ADS-B Performance with Free FAA Web Tool Aug. 24, 2016: The FAA now offers Public ADS-B Performance Reports (PAPR) - a free, automated too for aircraft owners and operators to validate the performance of installed ADS-B Out equipment.
NBAA Opposes FAA Proposal Regarding Expired Navigation Databases July 7, 2016: On June 30, 2016, NBAA submitted comments to the FAA opposing the agency’s proposed revision to Master Minimum Equipment List Policy Letter-98, Navigation Databases.
FAA Releases Updated Advisory Circular for RNP Operations April 1, 2016: Business aviation operators will benefit from revised, extensive guidelines for conducting required navigation performance (RNP) operations, as defined in an advisory circular released by the FAA in March 2016.
FAA Website Answers Questions about NextGen, ADS-B Sept. 2, 2015: The FAA's NextGen web resource offers a detailed explanation of the requirements for pilots to fully utilize a GPS-based air traffic control system.
Alternative RNP AR Compliance Method Saves Money – Free NBAA Webinar Has Details June 1, 2015: A cost-saving way to achieve required navigation performance authorization required database validation was detailed during a free NBAA webinar on May 27, 2015.
Free NBAA Webinar Offers Tips on Simpler Approach to RNP Compliance May 12, 2015: An NBAA webinar on May 27, 2015, will discuss an alternate method of compliance for validating required navigation performance authorization required approach data.
NBAA’s Steve Brown Represents Members at NextGen Planning Meetings Nov. 24, 2014: In November 2014, NBAA Chief Operating Officer Steve Brown represented business aviation interests at the FAA/industry ADS-B 'Equip 2020' meeting, as well as at a National Research Council meeting that reviewed FAA's plans for implementing broader NextGen programs.
NBAA Will Again Represent Members on ADS-B Planning at Working Group, Nov. 18 Nov. 14, 2014: NBAA COO Steve Brown will represent Member concerns regarding the FAA's Jan. 1, 2020, ADS-B deadline at a Nov. 18 Equip 2020 working group meeting.
NBAA Airs Member Concerns at FAA’s ADS-B “Call to Action” Summit Oct. 30, 2014: NBAA’s Doug Carr shared Member concerns about the Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast (ADS-B) system at the FAA's 'Call to Action' summit, held Oct. 28, 2014, in Washington, DC.
NBAA, Other Industry Groups to Discuss ADS-B Equipage Challenges Oct. 9, 2014: NBAA's long-standing work to represent industry in NextGen planning will continue in an Oct. 28, 2014, FAA summit focused on challenges to meeting the Jan. 1, 2020 deadline to equip aircraft with ADS-B.
FAA Releases New Approval for ADS-B Out July 25, 2014: In July 2014, the FAA released the new approval for automatic dependent surveillance broadcast – out (ADS-B Out) operations outside of U.S.-designated airspace.
FAA Cuts Paperwork for ADS-B Approvals May 12, 2014: The FAA has created a new and more efficient operations authorization for U.S.-registered aircraft in order to comply with ADS-B directives mandated by a growing number of other countries, primarily in the Asia-Pacific region.
FAA Issues AC 90-114 on ADS-B Jan. 9, 2012: The FAA has issued a new rule that requires Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out performance when operating in designated classes of airspace within the U.S. National Airspace System (NAS) after Jan. 1, 2020.
NBAA-Led Committee Recommends Against Requiring ADS-B 'In' Nov. 28, 2011: After 17 months of research, an Aviation Rulemaking Committee reports that requirements and regulations for ADS-B 'In' are not yet justified, given the current state of technology.

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