Transformation of the National Air Transportation System
Directs Federal Agencies to Implement NextGen Air Transportation System
What it does
Agencies must implement NextGen and support its development through staffing, coordination, and regular reporting.
Real-world impact
- Requires the Department of Transportation to create a support staff within 60 days.
- Establishes an advisory committee within 180 days to advise on NextGen implementation.
- Directs defense, homeland security, and commerce officials to share data and coordinate.
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Summary
This order directs federal departments to implement the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) to meet current and future civil aviation, homeland security, economic, environmental, and national defense needs. It makes the Department of Transportation the lead, requiring a support staff within 60 days and an advisory committee within 180 days, and directs regular coordination among defense, homeland security, commerce, and other agencies.
The order aims to improve safety, security, and efficiency of the national air transportation system through coordinated planning and shared resources.
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