The Janssen COVID-19 vaccine produced by Johnson & Johnson, which requires one dose, is available to the American public under provisions of an emergency use authorization issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Holders of FAA-issued Airman Medical Certificates or Medical Clearances may receive the single-dose Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen COVID-19 vaccine, but the FAA stated that a 48-hour “No Fly/No Safety-Related Duty” interval must be observed after the injection. Read More

NAAA’s push to parlay the industry’s centennial into positive coverage gained steam with the unveiling of AgAviation100.com, a website devoted to promoting the agricultural aviation industry’s 100th anniversary. The website houses an in-depth timeline of the past 100 years of the industry that details important events, technologies and industry inventions. It also includes videos and other information on the industry’s history, importance and evolution. Read More

The Small Business Administration is offering first draw and second draw Personal Protection Program loans until March 31 as part of the continued federal relief provided due to COVID-19. A business qualifies for a PPP loan if it has no more than 300 employees and can demonstrate at least a 25% reduction in gross receipts between any one of comparable quarters in 2019 and 2020. Eligibility also depends on the business’s gross income. The Biden administration also announced that businesses with less than 20 employees will receive preferential treatment between Feb. 24 and March 9 to submit their PPP loan applications. Read More

In June of 2020, the Environmental Protection Agency issued a statement that gave options to handle the shortage of respirators when required as personal protective equipment. Those options, including alternate compliance options, are still in effect; however, annual respirator fit testing, which could be delayed in 2020, is now required in the same manner it was pre-pandemic. Read More

As reported in the February 4, 2021 NAAA eNewsletter, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has chosen not to extend SFAR 118 further. The FAA has left open the possibility of regulatory relief in the future but determined it was not needed at this time. All Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration waivers ended Dec. 31, 2020. Read More

Can you imagine being in a situation where you only had 56 seconds to live? If you are a low-altitude pilot and find yourself in Unintentional Instrument Meteorological Conditions (UIMC), those precious 56 seconds could be a reality. The U.S. Helicopter Safety Team created a gripping video that highlights the pitfalls of succumbing to pressure and going against your better judgment. It’s a must-watch! Read More