Arizona SB1819 amends the statewide aviation plan to include public vertiports and electric aircraft charging stations.

Arizona SB1819 mandates the Arizona Department of Transportation to develop a statewide plan for public vertiports and electric aircraft charging stations, and to include advanced air mobility infrastructure needs. The plan will be created through consultations with various stakeholders, including political subdivisions, commercial air carriers, and federal agencies. Local jurisdictions can establish vertiport locations, subject to federal safety standards and FAA approval. Public vertiports and charging stations must be open to public bidding without preference to existing operators.

Arizona SB1819 amends the statewide aviation plan to include public vertiports and electric aircraft charging stations.

Arizona SB1819 mandates the Arizona Department of Transportation to develop a statewide plan for public vertiports and electric aircraft charging stations, and to include advanced air mobility infrastructure needs. The plan will be created through consultations with various stakeholders, including political subdivisions, commercial air carriers, and federal agencies. Local jurisdictions can establish vertiport locations, subject to federal safety standards and FAA approval. Public vertiports and charging stations must be open to public bidding without preference to existing operators.