FAA Rules & Proposed Rules

FAA Proposes Airworthiness Directive for Boeing 787 Manufacturing Errors

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive concerning manufacturing errors in Boeing 787 airplanes. This proposed rule is open for public comment for 45 days.

Airworthiness Directives: Airbus Helicopters

The Federal Aviation Administration has issued an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters. This rule requires specific vibration checks and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Proposed Airworthiness Directives for Various Helicopters

The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a proposed rule regarding airworthiness directives for various helicopters. The proposal includes requirements for inspections, parts replacement, and addressing fluid loss, with a comment period closing on April 27, 2026.

FAA Revokes Farmington VORTAC, Establishes Rattlesnake VORTAC

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is revoking the Farmington VORTAC and establishing the Rattlesnake VORTAC in New Mexico. This rule amends U.S. national airspace designations to reflect these changes. The changes are effective May 14, 2026.

FAA Airworthiness Directive for Boeing 767 Crack Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an airworthiness directive requiring inspections for cracks on Boeing 767 aircraft. This rule mandates specific maintenance actions to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directives: Boeing 787 Transponder Loss

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an Airworthiness Directive (AD) addressing potential transponder loss on Boeing 787 airplanes. This rule mandates specific actions to ensure the continued airworthiness of affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an airworthiness directive concerning Airbus SAS airplanes. This rule addresses potential issues with landing gear pins and is open for public comment until April 27, 2026.

Airworthiness Directives: Boeing 767 Scribe Lines Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an Airworthiness Directive (AD) requiring inspections of scribe lines on certain Boeing 767 airplanes. This rule mandates specific maintenance actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

FAA Amendment of VOR Federal Airways Near Muncie, Indiana

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is amending Federal airways V-14, V-192, V-210, and V-221 in the vicinity of Muncie, Indiana. This rule affects airspace designations and will become effective on May 14, 2026.

Proposed Airworthiness Directive for Airbus SAS Airplanes

The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a proposed airworthiness directive concerning Airbus SAS airplanes. The proposal addresses potential failures in the pylon beam, with a comment period closing on April 24, 2026.