NATA has been actively monitoring several pandemic-related policies and discussing their implications for aviation businesses with various federal agencies. As these policies unfold, NATA will keep you informed with real-time guidance to help you comply with mandates and understand their impact on your operations.
U.S. to Reopen Travel to International Visitors on November 8
Today, the White House announced it will lift travel restrictions for fully vaccinated international travelers entering the United States beginning November 8, 2021. Visitors will be required to show proof of vaccination to enter the country. Further guidance on accepted COVID-19 vaccines and any exceptions to the requirement will be released ahead of November 8. NATA and NATA Compliance Services will continue to monitor and report on developments.
Vaccine Mandate: OSHA Sends Draft ETS to White House
On Wednesday, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) delivered a draft Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) to the White House that will implement a COVID-19 vaccine or weekly testing requirement for all private companies with more than 100 employees. The timeline on enforcement remains fluid and will vary in some states, but it could come as early as December 1. NATA will record an informative Q&A with Alison L. Squiccimarro of the Law Offices of Paul Lange LLC to help you prepare. Learn the very latest information on the proposed vaccine mandate, its potential effect on NATA member businesses, and how it will be implemented in your state. Look for this timely video resource from NATA early next week.
Canadian Vaccine Mandate: Crew Exemption Unknown
Last week, the Canadian government announced that, effective October 30, all air passengers departing from Canadian airports will need to be vaccinated and all employers in the federally regulated air transportation sector must establish vaccination requirements for their organizations. Transport Canada has not yet announced if there will be an exception made for non-Canadian based crews. NATA is closely monitoring enforcement of this mandate and will communicate with members as soon as the Canadian government releases guidance.
Stay tuned to NATA’s social media channels for ongoing developments and look for additional email alerts and video resources to help you prepare and comply.
For general press inquiries, contact Shannon Chambers at 703-298-1347 or schambers@nata.aero.
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has been the voice of aviation business for more than 80 years. Representing nearly 3,700 aviation businesses, NATA’s member companies provide a broad range of services to general aviation, the airlines and the military and NATA serves as the public policy group representing the interests of aviation businesses before Congress and the federal agencies.