The April 2018 issue of Flight Lines covers significant developments in aviation policy, regulatory changes, and air traffic control modernization. President Bart Jones addresses the successful defeat of ATC privatization efforts, crediting both member advocacy and national organizations like AOPA, while cautioning that the issue will likely resurface. The newsletter provides critical regulatory updates on DC Flight Restricted Zone procedures and the transition from DUATS II to the Leidos Flight Service portal, along with technical information about NextGen and the FAA’s modernization initiatives.
Key Topics
- ATC Privatization opposition and congressional advocacy efforts
- DC Flight Restricted Zone (FRZ) flight plan filing changes effective March 29, 2018
- Flight Service transition from DUATS II to Leidos Pilot Web Portal (www.1800wxbrief.com)
- NextGen and FAA air traffic control modernization
- En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM) computer system implementation
- FAA statistics: 68,000 flights per day in the US
- CPA merchandise available through Land’s End
- Berlin Airlift 70th anniversary and Avro York aircraft history
Events & Activities
- DC FRZ flight plan procedures effective Thursday, March 29, 2018 at 0401z
- DUATS II discontinuation effective May 16, 2018
- CPA Safety Committee seeking seminar topic suggestions and speakers
Member News
- President Bart Jones acknowledges member engagement in congressional advocacy against privatization
- CPA seeking presentations from membership with aviation and aerospace expertise
- Contact: Mike Koscielniak, Flight Safety Chair ([email protected]) for seminar suggestions
