Sovereign Skies: The Origins of American Civil Aviation Policy. By Sean Seyer. Baltimore: Johns Hopkins University Press, 2021. 312 pp. + 15 b&w illus. Hardcover, $67.95. ISBN: 978-1-4214-4053-8.

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This report examines the evolution of U.S. civil aviation policy and the key factors influencing its development. It particularly highlights the roles of individual actors and international frameworks in shaping regulations.
Analyzes historical events such as Frahy's impromptu air show and their impact on public perception.
Investigates contributions from mid-level civil servants and industry representatives to regulatory processes.
Compares aviation regulation with other transportation modes to highlight differences in federal vs. state control.
Describes how aviation policy emerged from a combination of unique challenges related to flight technology and constitutional considerations.
Finds that international principles of air sovereignty significantly influenced national regulations.
Demonstrates that early U.S. aviation policy was shaped by grassroots contributions rather than solely top-down approaches.

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Sovereign Skies explores the transformation of U.S. aviation policy through regulatory frameworks and international influences.

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