S.2503 - ROTOR Act
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-con ... -bill/2503
https://www.commerce.senate.gov/service ... C9E24B86AF
Senate Panel Advances Bill Mandating ADS-B Tracking for All Aircraft
Under existing regulations, ADS-B Out capability has been mandatory for aircraft operating in most controlled airspace since January 2020. However, many smaller aircraft and operators flying in less congested regions have been exempt.
The proposed bill would eliminate most of these exemptions, effectively requiring universal adoption of ADS-B tracking technology.
Under the current proposal, full ADS-B compliance would be required by 2031, giving operators several years to retrofit existing aircraft and integrate compliant systems. The Senate panel cited several factors motivating this expansion, including midair collision prevention, improved search-and-rescue coordination, and better integration of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) into shared airspace.
If enacted, this legislation would mark a significant step toward a fully networked surveillance ecosystem, supporting both manned and unmanned flight operations. As aviation continues to evolve toward greater automation and connectivity, universal ADS-B adoption could serve as a foundational element in the digital transformation of air traffic management.
https://aeromorning.com/en/senate-panel ... -aircraft/
https://www.commerce.senate.gov/2025/10 ... r-families
US Congress advances bill to require ADS-B In by end of 2031
Operators could receive a one-year extension, to 2032, to complete retrofits, according to language in the bill.
https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/cong ... ndate-2025
US lawmakers advance bill to require key aviation tracking technology
https://www.reuters.com/business/aerosp ... 025-10-21/
Senate Panel OKs ROTOR Act with ADS-B In Mandate
ADS-B In would be required for aircraft in controlled airspace by 2031
https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news ... -b-mandate
https://planeandpilotmag.com/new-ads-b- ... committee/
https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/a ... 822049007/
Senate Panel Advances Bill Mandating ADS-B Tracking for All Aircraft by 2031 - S.2503 - ROTOR Act
Re: Senate Panel Advances Bill Mandating ADS-B Tracking for All Aircraft by 2031 - S.2503 - ROTOR Act
I hope it takes effect I can't wait to get to see all of those aircraft on the flight tracker.