via General Aviation News
Aviation advocacy groups are praising the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee for advancing bipartisan legislation to improve access to mental health care for aviators. The Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025 directs the FAA to update regulations that remove barriers to treatment, funds nearly $40 million over three years for awareness and support programs, and requires implementation of recommendations from the FAA’s Mental Health and Aviation Medical Clearances Rulemaking Committee. Both NBAA and AOPA emphasized that the bill strikes a balance between safety and encouraging pilots to seek help without fear of unnecessary punishment.
iFlightPlanner will continue monitoring developments around pilot mental health legislation and related FAA policies to help ensure pilots stay informed of regulatory changes impacting aviation safety and wellness.
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