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A plan to cut the number of hours needed to become a co-pilot in half was rejected by the FAA.
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After 750 hours of flying time, Republic Airways suggested to authorities that pilots be permitted to operate commercial passenger flights.
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The FAA's decision comes as airlines struggle with a critical pilot shortage.
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Following the deadly Colgan Air disaster in February 2009 close to Buffalo, New York, the so-called 1,500-hour regulation was adopted.
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New guidelines for a minimum amount of rest for pilots before a flight were also established as a result of the incident.
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According to the agency's ruling, "The FAA finds it in the larger public interest to secure and sustain the degree of safety offered by the cornerstone of an integrated aviation education."
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A day prior to a regional, the agency stated in its decision. Airline Conference in Washington, DC
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