Regulations/Standards

Message sent: don’t text while driving Although the engineering/technology community has and will have a large impact regarding the problem of driver distraction—with that impact having negative and positive poles—it’s the vastly larger community of typical drivers who will determine whether the problem grows or dissipates. Read full story

Former FAA Administrator wants faster ADS-B deployment At a recent SAE meeting on ADS-B (automatic dependent surveillance - broadcast), former FAA Administrator Marion Blakey urged the U.S. government to make funding of it a higher priority. Read full story

Tier 4 solutions involve more than just the engine The impact of Tier 4 interim regulations goes well beyond engines, stretching to the infrastructure needed for new aftertreatment techniques and to human-machine-interface issues. Read full story

SAE report clarifies emissions testing procedures A new report by an SAE International committee has standardized language that will help clarify existing standards on aircraft emissions. The report’s easy-to-understand language will assist modelers in creating more consistent results. Read full story