Regulating Charter Flights Safely
Official: Safe Flights for Passengers and Flight Crews Act
IntroducedFebruary 11, 2026
Why This Matters
This bill changes how charter flights are regulated, making them follow the same safety rules as larger commercial flights. It aims to improve safety for everyone on board.
If you fly on a charter plane with more than nine seats, you will be safer under new regulations.
Affects: Passengers and flight crews on charter flights carrying more than nine people.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill requires certain charter flights to follow stricter safety rules. 2. It affects flights that carry more than nine passengers, excluding crew members. 3. The new rules will start 90 days after the bill becomes law. 4. Charter flights must be treated like regular commercial flights under safety regulations. 5. The bill aims to enhance safety for passengers and flight crews.
Who is affected?
Passengers and flight crews on charter flights carrying more than nine people.