Military Air Traffic Control Transition Act

# Military Air Traffic Control Transition Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Military Air Traffic Control Transition Act (HR 6744) would establish a process for transitioning air traffic control operations at military installations from military personnel to civilian control. Essentially, it aims to shift responsibility for managing aircraft movements at military bases from the Department of Defense to civilian air traffic control authorities, likely the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). **Who It Affects** This legislation would impact military installations that currently operate their own air traffic control systems, the military personnel who work in these roles, civilian air traffic controllers, and commercial/civilian aircraft that share airspace with military bases. It could also affect efficiency and coordination between military and civilian aviation operations. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.

It was sponsored by Representative Laura Gillen (D-NY). Without additional information about specific provisions, it's unclear what transition timeline, funding mechanisms, or personnel protections the bill would include.