S. 1706 — A bill to require aircraft operating in Class B airspace in the national airspace system to install and operate ADS-B In and ADS-B Out equipment, and for other purposes.

S. 1706 — A bill to require aircraft operating in Class B airspace in the national airspace system to install and operate ADS-B In and ADS-B Out equipment, and for other purposes. | JustPolicyThe purpose of this legislation is to enhance safety in the national airspace system by requiring all aircraft operating in Class B airspace to be equipped with specific surveillance technology known as Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) In and ADS-B Out. This technology allows aircraft to broadcast their position and receive information about other nearby aircraft, which helps prevent collisions and improves overall air traffic management.