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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) 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 Maritime Administration under the Department of Transportation has announced the availability of $19.6 million in grants through the Small Shipyard Grant Program. These grants aim to enhance efficiency and quality in small shipyard operations, focusing on capital improvements and training for workers in shipbuilding-related industries. Applications for these grants are open until February 25, 2021, with strict eligibility criteria, including the requirement for shipyards to have fewer than 1,200 production employees. The program encourages the use of U.S.-produced goods and supports projects that aid rural areas and opportunity zones.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) targeting Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 airplanes. This proposal was prompted by issues with sand and corrosion affecting elevator torque tube bearings, which could potentially hinder airplane pitch control. The AD mandates regular inspections, functional tests, and possible replacements of these parts to avert risks to flight safety. Comments on this proposed directive are due by April 12, 2021.

The U.S. Department of Transportation has finalized a rule that implements the Accessibility Guidelines for Pedestrian Facilities in the Public Right-of-Way (PROWAG), as part of its regulations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This formalizes standards ensuring that new and altered transit stops in public spaces are accessible to persons with disabilities. The rule becomes effective on January 17, 2025, and applies to relevant constructions or alterations started after that date. This regulatory update aims to harmonize public transportation facilities' accessibility with standards already set out by the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive for Pilatus Model PC-24 airplanes. This directive was prompted by reports of cockpit and cabin evaporator filters with insufficient fire retardant properties being installed during production. These filters could cause a safety risk by increasing smoke in the cockpit and cabin if the electrical heater overheats. To address this issue, the directive requires replacement of these filters with new and properly manufactured ones. The rule becomes effective on March 30, 2021, and impacts certain Pilatus airplanes registered in the United States.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released a summary of its research programs focused on civil aircraft noise, aiming to inform future aircraft noise policies. The FAA is seeking public feedback on these research initiatives, which cover areas such as the effects of noise on communities, noise modeling, and noise reduction strategies. While the research indicates a decline in noise exposure over the years, it also highlights concerns about increasing operations and the impacts of modern navigation procedures. The public's comments will help shape potential updates to the FAA's noise policies.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new rule to update safety requirements for certain Airbus A350 airplanes. This rule aims to enhance the airworthiness limitations by introducing more stringent standards for maintenance and inspections. The proposal seeks public feedback by May 5, 2025, emphasizing the need to prevent potential structural failures and ensure these aircraft operate safely. The updates reflect recommendations from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and require compliance through documents incorporated by reference.

The Department of Transportation has introduced a new rule that clarifies rules around denied boarding compensation (DBC) and domestic baggage liability for airlines. Under the new rule, airlines are prohibited from involuntarily removing passengers from flights once their boarding passes are collected or scanned. It also raises the liability limits for denied boarding compensation from $675 to $775 and from $1,350 to $1,550, reflecting changes in the Consumer Price Index. Additionally, the rule adjusts the maximum compensation for mishandled baggage from $3,500 to $3,800. These changes aim to enhance consumer protection without significantly impacting airlines' operations.

The FAA released a new airworthiness directive (AD) targeting specific models of Bombardier airplanes, namely the BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11. This rule demands updates to the current maintenance and inspection programs to introduce stricter limits for brake accumulators, as these components may exceed their lifespan and fail, potentially causing loss of brake function. Affected airplanes must comply with these new standards by early 2025, and operators have 90 days from the directive's effective date to update their procedures accordingly. The rule is necessary to prevent unsafe conditions that might lead to accidents or runway excursions.