the one issue in there that got everyone's attention, of course, was the reform of the third class medical.
Jim Inhofe
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James Mountain Inhofe is a former United States Senator from Oklahoma, serving from 1994 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, Inhofe is known for his strong conservative views, particularly on issues related to national defense and environmental policy. He gained notoriety for his skepticism regarding climate change, famously calling it a hoax. Throughout his tenure, he held significant positions, including Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee and the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee.
Without the Federal Contract Tower Program, the vast majority of these airports would be unable to continue operating a tower.
What we think it does, right now, the FAA's thumb is on the scale against airport safety.
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.





