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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to address a safety issue found in certain CFM International LEAP-1B engines. The problem involves a manufacturing defect in high-pressure compressor seals, which might cause damage to engine components during use. To resolve this, the FAA requires that operators perform specific inspections and replace the affected parts if necessary, to prevent potential engine failure and aircraft damage. These changes will take effect on February 12, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has published a notice regarding a petition filed by the Google Research Climate and Energy Group. This petition seeks an exemption from certain Federal Aviation Regulations to allow them to operate an unmanned aircraft system for fire-fighting and monitoring in Firebaugh, California. The drone in question weighs between 55 and 98.8 pounds and uses first-person view technology. Interested parties can submit comments on this petition by the specified deadline.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is asking for public comments on its plan to renew an information collection related to agricultural aircraft operations under Part 137. This process involves submitting FAA Form 8710-3 and other reports necessary for certification, exemption petitions, and recordkeeping for safety and regulatory compliance. The public can submit written comments via email, fax, or mail by February 21, 2025. The renewal aims to ensure FAA can adequately assess qualifications for certification, manage operations over congested areas, and maintain necessary records for over 1,700 active agricultural aircraft operators.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for specific Bombardier Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes due to DC motor pump (DCMP) failures that occurred during production flight tests. This proposed AD would require installing a redesigned DCMP electric motor assembly to prevent disconnection of electrical system generators caused by excessive voltage. Comments on this proposal are welcome until April 12, 2021, and the FAA aims to address the unsafe conditions in these airplanes with this directive.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) intends to release about 17.94 acres of airport property at Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport in Florida from federal grant conditions to be used for non-aeronautical purposes. This release will allow the Hernando County Board of Commissioners to use the land for relocating and consolidating county government headquarter facilities. The land is valued at $1,794,000 and the public has until February 12, 2021, to comment on this decision.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has withdrawn a proposed rule that would have required changes to certain Sikorsky model helicopters. This decision was made because the issue that prompted the rule, a faulty life raft deployment handle, has been addressed by replacing all the affected handles. The original rule was intended to prevent a handle malfunction that could stop the life raft from deploying in emergencies. The FAA confirmed no public comments were received about the rule or its cost, and they concluded that the rule is no longer necessary.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new regulation for Airbus Helicopters Model EC 155B and EC155B1 due to a reported issue with the protective cover of the "SHEAR" control pushbutton on the copilot's stick. This regulation aims to prevent the cover's deformation, which could lead to accidental cutting of the hoist cable and potential harm to persons being lifted. The proposal requires replacing the cover and re-identifying the control sticks in line with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency's (EASA) recommendations. Public comments on this proposed regulation are invited by March 1, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier airplane models, including all CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and some CL-600-2B16 airplanes. This move is due to the need for stricter airworthiness limitations to enhance safety. The proposal would require updates to existing maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate these new or more restrictive limitations, aiming to address safety concerns and prevent potential issues with these aircraft. The FAA is inviting public comments on this proposal, with the deadline for comments set as May 27, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing changes to the airspace around Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, Georgia. Due to the air traffic control tower operating part-time, the FAA plans to adjust Class D airspace and create new Class E airspace to ensure flight safety and efficient airspace use. Public comments on these changes are invited until April 25, 2025. The proposal aims to maintain safety for aircraft using instrument flight rules in the area.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule for all ATR-GIE Avions de Transport Régional Model ATR72 airplanes due to reports of a main landing gear hinge pin failure. This rule mandates replacing faulty parts and bars the installation of defective ones, following a directive from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency. The AD aims to prevent potential structural failures that could endanger airplanes and their passengers. It affects 41 US-registered planes and takes effect on April 4, 2025.