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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive for all Leonardo S.p.a. Model A119 and AW119 MKII helicopters. This proposal is due to a reported electrical failure in the starter-generator caused by a broken drive shaft, which led to partial battery power loss. The directive would require helicopters to have a battery discharge detector installed and to update the Rotorcraft Flight Manual. This action aims to prevent the risk of losing complete electrical power, which could result in losing control of the helicopter.

In response to COVID-19, the Acting Secretary of Homeland Security issued a declaration on January 27, 2021, stating that a national emergency exists. This declaration directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to implement measures to ensure the safety of individuals using or working in the transportation system. Consistent with previous orders and recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one of the key actions is the requirement for people to wear masks on transportation and at transportation hubs to help reduce the spread of the virus.

The Department of Labor is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection regarding the safety and maintenance of diesel-powered equipment in underground coal mines. This request, submitted under the Paperwork Reduction Act, aims to ensure necessary safety measures are in place, such as maintenance records and exhaust emission tests, to protect miners from fire and health hazards associated with diesel equipment. The public can comment on the proposal until January 9, 2025, focusing on the necessity and implications of the data collection. The information collection's purpose is to enhance safety standards and reduce the risk associated with diesel machinery.