Maverick Act

The Maverick Act (S 3899) authorizes the U.S. Navy to transfer F-14 Tomcat aircraft to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission in Huntsville, Alabama, for public display and educational purposes. The bill allows the Navy to transfer the aircraft via sale, gift, or loan, with requirements for demilitarization and restrictions on further use. The Commission must cover all costs for restoration, operation, maintenance, and compliance, with the transfer occurring at no cost to the federal government. This bill directly affects the Huntsville museum and focuses on preserving naval aviation heritage through public access.