FAA regulations

FAA proposes airworthiness directive requiring repetitive inspections and corrective actions for fastener holes in Airbus A321-251NX through -272NX aircraft to address manufacturing process deviations.

This IFR amendment updates minimum and maximum en route altitudes and changeover points on Federal airways and jet routes to reflect National Airspace System changes and ensure safe instrument flight operations.

FAA proposes airworthiness directive requiring repetitive borescope inspections of flight control connecting links for corrosion on Columbia Helicopters Model 234 and Restricted Category CH-47D helicopters, with mandatory repairs or replacements and…

FAA supersedes Airworthiness Directive 2025-05-09 for Airbus Helicopters Model SA330J by requiring revised airworthiness limitations sections in maintenance manuals and approved inspection programs to address unsafe conditions.

The FAA removes Emergency Airworthiness Directive 2026-01-51 for Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B after manufacturer determined pitch rod bearing failures resulted from inadequate maintenance procedures rather than unsafe design conditions.

FAA supersedes prior airworthiness directive for Pilatus Model PC-24 airplanes, requiring operators to revise aircraft maintenance manual airworthiness limitations sections to address safety conditions.

FAA requests public comments on renewing OMB approval for fuel tank flammability reporting requirements under 14 CFR 25.981, which requires Design Approval Holders to submit component reliability data to maintain transport aircraft safety standards.

FAA corrects the point of contact for a public meeting regarding proposed Class C airspace amendments at Raleigh-Durham International Airport in North Carolina due to updated facility staffing.

FAA airworthiness directive requires Airbus Helicopters AS350 series operators to replace main gearbox suspension bar attachment fittings and fasteners, prohibiting installation of previously used parts to address gap formation safety issues.

FAA airworthiness directive requires inspection and corrective action for Airbus A350-1041 flap shaft misalignment on affected aircraft to address unsafe installation conditions.

FAA proposes airworthiness directive for Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B requiring inspection and replacement of missing retaining rings on jettisonable window hinge pins to address safety concerns.

FAA received a petition from Rupprecht Law P.A. seeking exemption from specified Federal Aviation Regulations; this notice invites public participation in the exemption review process.

FAA granted Hermeus Corporation special flight authorization to exceed Mach 1 under FAA regulations for supersonic flight testing.

FAA exemption petition filed by HALO Flight, Inc. seeks relief from specified Federal Aviation Regulations requirements.

FAA establishes Class E airspace from 700 feet above surface at Wall Municipal Airport in Wall, South Dakota to enable instrument flight rules operations and improve airport safety management.