Closes Public Charter Loophole That Allowed Different Safety Standards The Safe Flights for Passengers and Flight Crews Act is designed to close a federal safety loophole that allows some carriers to sidestep safety regulations. “The safety of the flying public depends on ensuring every pilot in the cockpit is fully trained and prepared, which is why I was proud to lead the fight to uphold the 1,500-hour rule in the FAA Reauthorization – standards born from the lessons of the tragic Colgan Flight 3407 disaster,” said Congressman Nick Langworthy, (R-N.Y.-23), Chairman of the Aviation Safety Caucus. Representative Tim Kennedy (D-N.Y.-26) introduced the legislation along with Langworthy.
