The FAA will consider tighter regulation of charter flights that look more like airline service
The Biden administration says it will take a look at increasing regulation over some air charters that operate much like regular airlines
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. officials said Thursday they will consider tightening the rules on some air charter operators to bring them in line with regulation of passenger airlines.
Airline unions applauded the move. They claim that charter operations can be used to sidestep federal safety regulations.
The Federal Aviation Administration said it will begin rulemaking to cover “high-volume” charters that sell seats to the public and are “essentially indistinguishable” from airlines that offer scheduled service.
The FAA said it has “adjusted its oversight” of charter flights as they have grown in size and frequency over the past 10 years. The agency said it will consider whether regulatory changes are needed “to ensure the management of the level of safety necessary for those operations.”
