The first compliance date for the FAA’s Pilot Records Database is coming up on Sept. 8, and many business aircraft operators and pilots still have questions about their responsibilities under the program, and who will be able to access their information. “An individual pilot has to grant access to any entity – except the FAA – to view any records that are in the Pilot Records Database,” said Rich Boll, chair of the Airspace, ATC and Flight Technologies Working Group of the NBAA Access Committee. “If you are going to hire a pilot, and you want to use the Pilot Records Database to review a pilot’s records, that pilot has to grant access.”
In this special edition of NBAA’s “Flight Plan,” host Rob Finfrock speaks with:
Rich Boll, chair, Airspace, ATC and Flight Technologies Working Group of the NBAA Access Committee
Brian Koester, CAM, NBAA director, flight operations and regulations
Despite the enormous challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, business aviation has once again proved to be nimble and adaptable. What impact might today's social, economic, environmental and geopolitical issues have on the health of the industry for the remainder of this year?
Many business aircraft operators have questions about their obligations under the numerous international regulations governing aviation carbon emissions. That's why it's important for operators to start measuring and managing their emissions and fuel burns.
The Pilot Records Database Application Program Interface is available for operators subject to the PRD regulations to submit pilot records electronically.
While day-to-day job responsibilities may not leave much time to explore new opportunities to learn and grow professionally, it is important to make time to do so. The new year offers a chance to plan your own professional development.
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