Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act
Oct 17, 2022
Statute: 136 Stat. 2227
Became law: Oct 17, 2022
Oct 17, 2022
Statute: 136 Stat. 2227
Became law: Oct 17, 2022
Summary
Sets up a government team to create a national plan for new flying vehicles, like electric air taxis, to safely share the sky.
What problem does this solve?
New flying vehicles like electric air taxis are being developed, but the government lacks a unified plan to manage their safety, infrastructure, and operations. This law creates a special team with members from different government agencies to develop a national strategy for these new aircraft.
What does this law do?
Establishes an advanced air mobility working group
Requires the Secretary of Transportation to create an interagency working group within 120 days to plan and coordinate the integration of AAM aircraft.
Requires a national strategy for AAM
Directs the working group to develop a national strategy with recommendations on safety, security, infrastructure, and federal investments needed for the AAM industry to grow.
Mandates a study on government roles
Requires the Comptroller General to conduct a study on the roles and responsibilities of federal, state, and local governments regarding AAM aircraft operations.
Outlines working group membership
Specifies the group will be chaired by the Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy and include representatives from the FAA, NASA, and the Departments of Commerce, Defense, Energy, and Homeland Security.
Who does this affect?
- Aviation industry
- Federal, State, and Local Governments
- Technology companies
What is the real world impact?
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Promotes economic growth and U.S. leadership
Aims to position the United States as a global leader in the emerging AAM industry by creating new transportation options, jobs, and advancing sustainable technology.
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Ensures safe integration of new aircraft
Establishes a coordinated federal approach to address safety, security, and infrastructure challenges before AAM vehicles become widespread, preventing a chaotic rollout.
When does this start?
This law sets multiple deadlines for government actions that begin after its enactment on October 17, 2022.
Establishment of working group
The Secretary of Transportation must establish the AAM interagency working group no later than 120 days after the law's enactment.
GAO study initiation
The Comptroller General must begin a study on government roles in AAM within 180 days of the law's enactment.
Working group review completion
The working group must complete its review of AAM policies, infrastructure, and benefits within one year of its establishment.
Report to Congress
The working group must submit a report with its findings and the AAM National Strategy to Congress within 180 days after completing its review.