via AVweb
Members of Congress are renewing pressure on the FAA to implement stronger privacy protections for ADS-B data, arguing that the current system leaves aircraft owners vulnerable to unwanted tracking.
During a recent Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing, lawmakers pressed the FAA on why its Privacy ICAO Address (PIA) program has seen limited adoption and continues to rely on a manual, paper-based process. FAA officials acknowledged that the program needs modernization but cited resource constraints and competing priorities. Legislators emphasized that protecting flight data is increasingly important as publicly accessible tracking tools expand. The hearing highlighted bipartisan interest in requiring the FAA to streamline the privacy process and improve support for general aviation operators.
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