there are several other things that were in that bill.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

the one issue in there that got everyone's attention, of course, was the reform of the third class medical.

As a result, the military units actively using these airports would be forced to significantly curtail their activities or operate from more distant, busier airports that support substantial commercial aviation operations.

What we think it does, right now, the FAA's thumb is on the scale against airport safety.

The lead Democrat was Senator Blumenthal.

Without the Federal Contract Tower Program, the vast majority of these airports would be unable to continue operating a tower.

the transparency issue on re-examinations.

That is a reform that is going to have to be done.

I think we have the support to get it passed, a lot of that thanks to you.

your organization was instrumental in getting that passed.

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