FAA Rules & Proposed Rules

FAA Adopts Airworthiness Directive for Airbus H160-B Helicopters

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has adopted a new airworthiness directive concerning Airbus H160-B helicopters. This rule introduces new safety requirements for the operation of these aircraft.

FAA Airworthiness Directive: Schempp-Hirth Gliders

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an Airworthiness Directive (AD) concerning Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH gliders. This AD mandates specific inspections of the drive fitting to address a potential safety issue.

Class C Airspace Amendment Meeting Southwest Florida International Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing an amendment to the Class C airspace at Southwest Florida International Airport, FL. A public meeting will be held to discuss the proposed changes, and the comment period closes on May 29, 2026.

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Rotor Modifications

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an airworthiness directive requiring modifications to Airbus Helicopters. This rule mandates specific actions to address potential safety issues related to rotor systems. The directive is effective April 7, 2026.

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus EC120B helicopters. This rule mandates specific actions to address potential safety issues, with an effective date of April 7, 2026.

FAA Airworthiness Directive for Airbus Helicopters

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an airworthiness directive concerning Airbus Helicopters due to a risk of stabilizer loss. This rule mandates specific actions for operators to ensure continued airworthiness.

FAA Amends Instrument Approach, Takeoff Minimums, and Obstacle Departure Procedures

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has amended standard instrument approach procedures, takeoff minimums, and obstacle departure procedures. These amendments are part of routine updates to ensure aviation safety and navigational accuracy.

Proposed Airworthiness Directive for Rolls-Royce Engines

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a proposed airworthiness directive concerning Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG engines. This proposal is open for public comment for 45 days.

Standard Instrument Approach Procedures and Takeoff Minimums Amendments

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has published amendments to standard instrument approach procedures, takeoff minimums, and obstacle departure procedures. These changes are effective March 3, 2026, and are part of routine updates to aviation regulations.

FAA Corrects Effective Date for RNAV Route Q-151

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has corrected the effective date for the establishment of RNAV Route Q-151 and the revocation of Jet Route J-517. The correction amends the previously published final rule, changing the effective date to February 24, 2026.