Establishment of Class E Airspace; Dover, OH

The FAA proposes to establish Class E airspace at Harry W. Hubbard Field (22G) in Dover, Ohio to accommodate controlled airspace for instrument flight procedures. The proposed rule would extend surface area airspace and provide adequate controlled airspace for aircraft conducting instrument approach procedures. Public comments are due by May 21, 2026.

Piaggio P-180 Vertical Stabilizer Airworthiness Directive

The FAA issued Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2026-06-05 requiring immediate visual inspections of the vertical stabilizer on Piaggio P-180 Avanti aircraft. The AD, effective May 12, 2026, addresses potential structural integrity concerns identified through European Aviation Safety Agency mandatory continuing airworthiness information. Affected operators must conduct detailed inspections within the compliance times specified in the AD.

FAA Airworthiness Directive for Pilatus PC-6 Aircraft

The FAA proposes a new airworthiness directive for Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. PC-6 aircraft. The directive addresses identified safety conditions requiring mandatory compliance actions by affected aircraft operators. Public comments will be accepted until May 21, 2026.

Airbus AS355 Helicopter Fin Inspection Requirement

The FAA issued Airworthiness Directive 2026-07-08, effective May 11, 2026, requiring operators of Airbus AS355 helicopters to perform detailed inspections of the horizontal stabilizer/fin assembly. This AD, Amendment 39-23303, addresses potential structural integrity issues identified through MCAI-2024-00426-R. Non-compliance may result in the helicopter being grounded until corrective action is taken.

Airbus H160-B ELRS Container Assembly Replacement Required

The FAA issued Airworthiness Directive AD 2026-07-09 requiring replacement of the Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELRS) container assembly on Airbus H160-B helicopters. The AD, effective May 11, 2026, addresses potential safety issues with the current ELRS container configuration. Operators of affected H160-B helicopters must comply with the replacement requirements within the specified compliance periods.

Airworthiness Directive for Dassault Falcon 2000EX - Simultaneous DC Bus Failures

The FAA issued Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2026-07-02 for Dassault Falcon 2000EX airplanes, requiring operators to address simultaneous DC bus failures that could result in loss of critical electrical systems during flight. The AD, effective May 11, 2026, mandates inspection and corrective action requirements under 14 CFR Part 39. Operators must comply within the timeframe specified in the directive.

Tie Rod Thread Engagement Inspection for Airbus Aircraft

The FAA issued Airworthiness Directive 2026-07-04 requiring inspection of tie rods supporting overhead stowage compartments in certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 airplanes. The directive requires operators to inspect for proper thread engagement of turnbuckles into tie rods and make necessary adjustments. Affected aircraft include those with specific serial numbers as identified in the MCAI from Transport Canada.

Texas AG Launches Solar Panel Fraud Investigation Initiative

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched a major initiative to combat fraud by solar panel companies, issuing Civil Investigative Demands (CIDs) to Freedom Forever, SunRun, Lone Star Solar, and CAM Solar. The investigation involves over 100 complaints and targets potential violations of the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act, including misrepresentations about energy savings, system efficacy, and contract terms.

QUADION registered trademark, custom molding services

USPTO registered the QUADION trademark (Registration No. TM73522351) for custom molding and dye casting services for rubber, plastic, and metal products, as well as custom design services for those materials. The trademark was originally filed on February 14, 1985, and registration was confirmed on April 2, 2026.

IXIA registered trademark for retail florist shop services

USPTO registered trademark TM75120507 for IXIA covering retail florist shop services. The trademark was originally filed on June 17, 1996, and has now been captured in the trademark monitoring system as registered. No new regulatory obligations or compliance requirements are established by this registration notice.