Sec. 267. Eliminate aviation gasoline lead emissions
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The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall continue to partner with industry and other Federal Government stakeholders in carrying out the Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions Initiative (in this section referred to as the EAGLE Initiative ). In collaborating with industry and other Government stakeholders to carry out the EAGLE Initiative, the Administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary under the Administrator’s authority to facilitate— the safe elimination of the use of leaded aviation gasoline by piston-engine aircraft by the end of 2030 without adversely affecting the piston-engine aircraft fleet; the approval of unleaded alternatives to leaded aviation gasoline for use in all piston-engine aircraft types and piston-engine types; the implementation of the requirements of section 431 as they relate to the continued availability of aviation gasoline; efforts to make approved unleaded aviation gasoline widely available at airports; and the development and implementation of a transition plan to safely expedite the transition of the piston-engine general aviation aircraft fleet to unleaded fuels by 2030.
In carrying out the Administration’s responsibilities pursuant to paragraph (2), the Administrator, at a minimum, shall— develop and publish, as soon as practicable, a fleet authorization process for the efficient approval or authorization of unleaded aviation gasolines; review, update, and prioritize, as soon as practicable, certification processes and projects for aircraft engines and modifications to such engines to operate with unleaded aviation gasoline; evaluate and support programs that accelerate the creation, evaluation, qualification, deployment, and use of unleaded aviation gasolines; carry out, in partnership with the general aviation community, an ongoing campaign for training and educating aircraft owners and operators on how to safely transition to unleaded aviation gasoline; evaluate aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure that such aircraft and aircraft engines can operate with unleaded aviation gasoline candidates during cold weather conditions; and facilitate Government policy, regulatory proposals, and voluntary consensus standards with the objective of achieving the following:
Establishing a commercially viable supply chain for unleaded aviation gasolines. Facilitating market-based production and distribution of unleaded aviation gasolines. Encouraging procurement of equipment required for the deployment, storage, and dispensing of unleaded aviation gasolines. In carrying out the EAGLE Initiative, the Administrator shall continue to consult and coordinate, as appropriate, with relevant stakeholders, including— general aviation aircraft engine, aircraft propulsion, and aircraft airframe manufacturers; general aviation aircraft users, aircraft owners, aircraft pilots, and aircraft operators; airports, heliports, and fixed-base operators;
State, local, and Tribal airport officials or public agencies, with representation from both urban and rural areas; representatives of the petroleum industry, including developers, refiners, producers, and distributors of unleaded aviation gasolines; and air carriers and commercial operators operating under part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations. Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report that— contains an updated strategic plan for developing a fleet authorization process for efficient approval and use of unleaded aviation gasolines; describes the structure and involvement of all Federal Aviation Administration offices that have responsibilities described in paragraph (2); and identifies cost-effective policy initiatives, regulatory initiatives, or legislative initiatives needed to improve and enhance the timely transition to unleaded aviation gasoline for the piston-engine aircraft fleet.
Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Administrator submits the initial report under subparagraph (A), and annually thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate an annual report on activities and progress of the EAGLE Initiative. Subparagraph
(B)shall cease to be effective after December 31, 2030. In developing the transition plan under subsection (a)(2)(E), the Administrator shall, at a minimum, assess the following: Efforts undertaken by the EAGLE Initiative, including progress towards— safely eliminating the use of leaded aviation gasoline by piston-engine aircraft by the end of 2030 without adversely affecting the piston-engine aircraft fleet; approving unleaded alternatives to leaded aviation gasoline for use in all piston-engine aircraft types and piston-engine types; and facilitating efforts to make approved unleaded aviation gasoline widely available at airports. The evaluation and development of necessary airport infrastructure, including fuel storage and dispensing facilities, to support the distribution and storage of unleaded aviation gasoline. The establishment of best practices for piston-engine aircraft owners and operators, airport managers and personnel, aircraft maintenance technicians, and other appropriate personnel for protecting against exposure to lead containment when— conducting fueling operations; disposing of inspected gasoline samples; performing aircraft maintenance; and conducting engine run-ups. Efforts to address supply chain and other logistical barriers inhibiting the timely distribution of unleaded aviation gasoline to airports. Outreach efforts to educate and update piston-engine aircraft owners and operators, airport operators, and other members of the general aviation community on the potential benefits, availability, and safety of unleaded aviation gasoline. In developing such transition plan, the Administrator shall consult, at a minimum, with representatives of entities described in subsection (a)(4). Upon completion of developing such transition plan, the Administrator shall— make the plan available to the public on an appropriate webpage of the Administration; and provide guidance supporting the implementation of the transition plan. In developing such transition plan and associated guidance pertaining to the implementation of such transition plan, the Administrator shall consult and coordinate with individuals carrying out the EAGLE Initiative. The Administrator shall develop and continuously update websites, brochures, and other communication materials associated with such transition plan to clearly convey the availability of unleaded aviation gasoline at airports. Not later than 60 days after the publication of such transition plan, the Administrator shall brief the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Technology of the Senate on such transition plan and any efforts or actions pertaining to the implementation of such transition plan.