FAA Rules & Proposed Rules

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Proposes Airspace Changes for Bend Municipal Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed changes to Class D and Class E airspace around Bend Municipal Airport in Bend, Oregon. This proposed rule aims to enhance aviation safety in the region. The public comment period for this proposal closes on April 16, 2026.

FAA Accepts ParaZero Means of Compliance for sUA Operations

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has accepted ParaZero Technologies Ltd.'s means of compliance for small unmanned aircraft (sUA) operations over people. This acceptance, effective March 2, 2026, pertains to Category 2 and Category 3 operations.

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.

FAA Proposes Class E Airspace Change for Nenana Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a modification to Class E airspace for Nenana Municipal Airport in Nenana, Alaska. This proposed rule is open for public comment until April 13, 2026.

Airworthiness Directives: Airbus Helicopters

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a proposed airworthiness directive concerning Airbus H160-B helicopters. The proposal outlines necessary safety measures and includes a public comment period.