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SB 240

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 23 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO CLASSES OF PILOTS' LICENSES.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 22 co-sponsors

Delaware bill modifies pilots' license classifications in state aviation code; passed Senate unanimously, now in House Transportation review.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES
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Bill Summary · SB 240

Legislative bill overview

SB 240 amends Delaware's Title 23 code to modify the classification system for pilots' licenses. The bill passed the Delaware Senate on March 12, 2026, with unanimous support (21-0) and is now under review by the House Transportation Committee. Specific amendments to license classes are not detailed in the available action history.

Why is this important

Pilots' licenses are credentials that determine what aircraft types and operations individuals can legally conduct, affecting aviation safety, career opportunities, and regulatory compliance. Changes to license classifications can impact commercial aviation operations, flight training requirements, and professional pilot pathways in Delaware and potentially influence national aviation standards.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of license classification changes – Without seeing the actual amendments, it's unclear whether changes expand pilot privileges (potentially raising safety questions) or restrict them (potentially limiting career opportunities)
  • Alignment with federal FAA standards – Any state-level pilot license modifications must coordinate with federal aviation regulations; inconsistencies could create compliance confusion
  • Training and testing requirements – Changes to license classes may necessitate new or modified certification exams and flight hour requirements, affecting flight schools and training costs

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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