Reopen Reagan National to General Aviation Act of 2005

This bill would require the Department of Homeland Security to create a plan to allow private planes and charter flights to resume operations at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Following the events of September 11, 2001, these types of "general aviation" flights were restricted at the airport due to security concerns. Under this legislation, federal officials would be authorized to establish specific security requirements to ensure these flights could operate safely alongside scheduled commercial airlines.

For the public, this bill would increase travel options by allowing private pilots and charter companies to fly directly into the airport closest to downtown Washington, D.C. This change was intended to support local businesses and the aviation industry by restoring access to a major transportation hub while maintaining federal oversight of airspace security.