PILOT Act mandates a report on expanding civilian test pilot pathways for military support.

The PILOT Act requires the Secretary of Defense to submit a report to Congress by January 1, 2027, assessing the feasibility of expanding pathways for graduates of civilian test pilot schools to serve as test pilots and flight test engineers in military activities. The report must evaluate the current capacity of military and civilian test pilots, the potential benefits and risks of modifying existing instructions, and propose a certification process for civilian test pilot schools.

PILOT Act mandates a report on expanding civilian test pilot pathways for military support.

The PILOT Act requires the Secretary of Defense to submit a report to Congress by January 1, 2027, assessing the feasibility of expanding pathways for graduates of civilian test pilot schools to serve as test pilots and flight test engineers in military activities. The report must evaluate the current capacity of military and civilian test pilots, the potential benefits and risks of modifying existing instructions, and propose a certification process for civilian test pilot schools.