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FAA Grants UAS Exemption to Vulgamore Land & Cattle Co Inc

The FAA has granted an exemption to Vulgamore Land & Cattle Co Inc for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations. This exemption allows for commercial agricultural services using UAS weighing 55 pounds or more, under specific conditions outlined in Title 49 U.S.C. § 44807 and 14 C.F.R. Part 11.

FAA Record of Conversation posted March 16, 2026

FAA Record of Conversation posted March 16, 2026

FAA Proposes Amending Airspace at Fort Knox, KY

The FAA has proposed amending Class D and Class E airspace and revoking Class E airspace at Fort Knox, KY. This action is a result of decommissioning the Godman NDB and aims to update geographic coordinates and ensure compliance with FAA orders to support instrument flight rule operations.

FAA Adopts Airworthiness Directive for Leonardo Helicopters

The FAA has issued a final airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Leonardo Helicopters Model AB139 and AW139. This AD addresses an unsafe condition related to rear-facing seat headrest locking instructions and requires revisions to the flight manual supplement and placards.

FAA Rulemaking Request for Helser Brothers Farm LLC

The FAA has posted a rulemaking request from Helser Brothers Farm LLC for public comment. This notice pertains to a renewal request and includes confidential business information.

FAA Decision on Illuminate Drones LLC Exemption

The FAA has issued a decision regarding an exemption request from Illuminate Drones LLC. This notice pertains to exemption number 25415 and is associated with docket number FAA-2025-1551.

FAA Petition Status Update Request

NextGen Drones LLC has submitted a request to the FAA for confirmation of receipt of their Section 44807 petition and guidance on how to track its status. The company also noted an issue with a provided contact phone number.

FAA Decision Document FAA-2025-0953-0003

The FAA has issued a decision document related to Docket No. FAA-2025-0953. This document is an exemption, identified as Exemption No. 25417. The decision was posted on March 16, 2025.

FAA Proposes Airworthiness Directive for Rolls-Royce Trent Engines

The FAA has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for specific Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines. The proposed AD addresses cracking in intermediate pressure compressor variable inlet guide vanes due to high-cycle fatigue. It would require inspections and potential replacement of parts to ensure airworthiness.

FAA Decision on Erickson Aircraft Collection

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has posted a decision regarding the Erickson Aircraft Collection. This notice provides an update on the administrative process concerning this collection.