# Two House committees voted unanimously on the legislation to require installation of collision-prevention technologies on all military aircraft by 2031.

*business · news · 2026-04-09 · Reuters*

## Key points

- House committees voted unanimously to require collision-prevention tech on all military aircraft by 2031, excluding fighters, bombers, and drones.
- The legislation mandates new collision-mitigation technology requirements for civilian airplanes and helicopters.
- The bill addresses FAA safety culture deficiencies and enhances air traffic control training and procedures.
- A review of flight frequency at Reagan National Airport is included to assess its capacity for current traffic.
- The ALERT Act incorporates all 50 NTSB recommendations following the 2025 mid-air collision.

**Countries:** United States

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