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of the industry and the general public to prevent similar accidents from occurring in the future.” From the 16 issues identified during the first meeting, the working group identified six priority issues for further


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“While only the FAA can change its regulations, its representatives appear as fully vested as the industry in addressing these issues.”


study. These include: ■■ Further defining FAR/AIM Parts 91, 135, and 119, including identifying equal levels of safety for similar operations, clarifying the term “commercial,” Part 119 exemp- tions, and implementing safety manage- ment systems


■■ Operating non-IFR-certificated aircraft in, or near, instrument meteorological conditions


■■ Removing unnecessary and burdensome personal protective equipment requirements


■■ Reviewing restraints for passengers and service animals, including the inadvertent release of seatbelts in doors-off opera- tions, and restraint systems for lap chil- dren and comfort animals


■■ Examining CFR Part 136, Appendix A for possible redundancy to existing Part 136 requirements


■■ Determining equivalent levels of safety for drone operations. Six smaller working groups were


formed, with each focusing on one of the six priority issues. The groups will hold monthly teleconferences, eventually pro- ducing findings and recommendations that address their specific issue.


The larger working group will then meet to review and refine the conclusions. Ultimately,


the Regulatory Safety Working Group will prepare and submit its report to the FAA for review and possible action. “Based on the discussions around the


table, it’s evident that the industry and the FAA believe the group can help to clarify and improve regulatory safety,” says Chris Martino, vice president of operations for HAI. “While only the FAA can change its regulations, its representatives have partici- pated in both meetings in advisory capaci- ties, and they appear as fully vested as the industry in addressing these issues.”


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