S. 2546 (107th): Arming Pilots Against Terrorism Act

Introduced:
May 22, 2002 (107th Congress, 2001–2002)
Sponsor:
Sen. Strom Thurmond [R-SC]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)
See Instead:

H.R. 4635 (same title)
Passed House — Jul 10, 2002

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Status

This bill was introduced on May 22, 2002, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced May 22, 2002
Referred to Committee May 22, 2002
Cosponsors
none
Committees

Senate Armed Services

Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation

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Full Title

A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to establish a program for Federal flight deck officers, and for other purposes.

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Last updated Jun 04, 2002.
6 pages

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5/22/2002--Introduced.
Arming Pilots Against Terrorism Act - Amends Federal law to direct the Under Secretary of Transportation for Security to establish a program to: (1) deputize qualified volunteer pilots of passenger aircraft as Federal flight deck officers; and (2) provide training, supervision, and equipment for such officers.
Directs the Under Secretary to authorize flight deck officers to carry firearms and to use force, including lethal force, when they judge the security of an aircraft is at risk. Shields air carriers from liability for damages in Federal or State court arising out of the actions or omissions of a flight deck officer defending a plane from criminal violence or air piracy. Shields flight deck officers from liability except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

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  • 49 U.S.C. Chapter 449