Seeks Faster FAA Certification of Electric Vertical Takeoff And Landing Vehicles A bipartisan group of senators has introduced the Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act, designed to streamline the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) type certification process for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) aircraft. The legislation sets timelines and standards for FAA’s certification process for drones to prevent gridlock and provide clarity to industry applicants without compromising air safety. The bill is designed to bring transparency to FAA certification and help American AAM companies succeed.
