Regulatory Framework

Used for type certification of special class AAM aircraft, supplemented by airworthiness criteria.

Governs aeronautical studies for vertiport proposals to assess airspace impacts, including through the OE/AAA system.

Formulates a global vision for AAM and promotes international harmonization.

A joint government-industry roadmap to enable integrated AAM operations at scale at one or more key sites in the U.S. by 2028.

The comprehensive final rule enabling commercial operation of eVTOLs, establishing pilot categories and operating rules.

Requires notification to the FAA for new vertiport construction or alterations, including form submissions and updates to airport records.

Guides filing notices for aircraft charging stations and other on-airport proposals.

Serves as the base for vertiport design standards, with adaptations for VTOL aircraft.

Provides supplemental guidance for vertiport design specific to eVTOL aircraft, including markings, load-bearing areas, and charging stations.

Mandated the FAA to finalize the SFAR for powered-lift and authorized funding for infrastructure and research.

A tactical "Launch, Integrate, Fly, Transform" plan assigning roles and deadlines to federal agencies to synchronize regulatory, security, and infrastructure milestones.

The official decadal strategy released by the DOT focusing on economic competitiveness, supply chain security, and ensuring equitable access to AAM services.

Impacts AAM through the development of high-density sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and advanced materials.

A White House-led initiative to coordinate federal efforts in autonomous flight, spectrum allocation, and security.

Required the DOT to establish the AAM Interagency Working Group to coordinate efforts across the federal government.