§ 161 — Declaration of policy

Delaware § 161

• Jurisdiction: Delaware
• Title: 2
• Part: Aeronautics
• Ch. 1: REGULATION
• Subch.: Registration and Licenses

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(a) The Federal Aviation Regulations (promulgated by the Federal Aviation Administration pursuant to Part A of Subtitle VII of Title 49 of the United States Code, as amended) prescribe uniform rules and regulations pertaining to aviation. These regulations, as may be amended, are hereby adopted as the aeronautics regulations of the State. They shall be augmented and supplemented as necessary to regulate matters peculiar to this State.

(b) When authorized by the General Assembly, the Department of Transportation shall procure and operate transport-type aircraft to satisfy the needs of the State. Other state agencies may own and operate specialized light planes and helicopters required for special needs such as police work.

Legislative History

Code 1935, c. 167; 45 Del. Laws, c. 301, § 9(1) ; 2 Del. C. 1953, § 161; 57 Del. Laws, c. 671, § 11D ; 70 Del. Laws, c. 575, § 7