What does Preamble of Safety in Shared Skies Act of 2026 do?

This bill directs the Secretary of Defense to test and certify automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast out transponder systems on Department of Defense aircraft operating in United States airspace. The bill's purpose is to establish a process for testing and certification of these transponder systems.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Safety in Shared Skies Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Safety in Shared Skies Act of 2026.

What does TESTING AND CERTIFICATION OF AUTOMATIC DEPENDENT SURVEILLANCE- of Safety in Shared Skies Act of 2026 do?

This section requires the Secretary of Defense to establish uniform standards for testing and certifying automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast out transponder systems on Department of Defense aircraft operating in United States airspace. These systems must be tested and certified at least once every 90 days. The Secretary must submit a report to Congress detailing testing and certification activities, including any failures, within 180 days of enactment and every 180 days for two years. The Department of Defense Inspector General must conduct audits to ensure compliance with the testing and certification requirements within one and two years of enactment. The Inspector General must submit a report to Congress including audit results and recommendations regarding extending the reporting and audit requirements.

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Safety in Shared Skies Act of 2026

Last updated: 3/25/2026 · Introduced: 3/25/2026

Author: Tom Barrett (R-MI)

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The bill mandates the Secretary of Defense to test and certify automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast out transponder systems on Department of Defense aircraft in U.S. airspace.
It establishes a requirement for these systems to undergo testing and certification at least every 90 days, with regular reports to Congress.
The Department of Defense Inspector General will audit compliance with these testing and certification requirements and report findings to Congress.

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