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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule to create Class E airspace at Wickenburg Municipal Airport in Arizona. This proposal aims to support new instrument procedures, enhancing the safety and efficiency of instrument flight rule (IFR) operations at the airport. Comments from the public are invited until May 5, 2025. The rule is regarded as a routine technical amendment and is expected to have minimal economic impact.

The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans to renew its request for collecting data on airline performance, focusing on on-time performance and mishandled baggage reports. The largest U.S. air carriers are required to submit this information monthly, which helps the DOT analyze flight delays, baggage handling, and air traffic efficiency. The collected data aids consumers in comparing airlines and assists the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in evaluating airport operations. Public comments on this proposal are invited until February 27, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a notice about the Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for SpaceX Falcon 9 operations at Space Launch Complex 40 in Cape Canaveral, Florida. They are seeking public comments and have announced a virtual public meeting on April 16, 2025, from 6-8 p.m. Eastern. The assessment looks into the potential environmental impacts of up to 120 annual launches, the construction of a landing zone, and airspace closures. Public comments are open until April 24, 2025, and can be submitted online, by mail, or during the virtual meeting.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new rule to replace an existing Airworthiness Directive (AD) for certain Honda Aircraft Company LLC Model HA-420 airplanes. This new proposal requires the removal of old flap control pushrods, which are prone to corrosion, and the installation of newly approved corrosion-resistant pushrods. The proposal aims to address safety concerns by preventing potential flap control issues that could lead to a loss of control of the aircraft. Public comments on this proposed rule are invited and must be submitted by May 27, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to amend Class E airspace in Kenansville, North Carolina. This amendment involves adding controlled airspace around ECU Health Duplin Heliport, necessary for the safety and efficient management of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations. Effective from April 17, 2025, the action ensures that the designated airspace accommodates aircraft procedures by extending from 700 feet above ground within a specified radius of the heliport. The rule change is considered routine and does not have a significant economic impact or environmental effects.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) seeks public comments on revising an information collection process under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This process involves collecting identity-related information from individuals who request access to U.S. Federal Government web applications to verify their identity and create a user account. The FAA emphasizes the importance of public feedback on whether this information collection is necessary, its accuracy, and possible ways to enhance or simplify it. Comments should be submitted by June 16, 2025, through various means, including electronically, by mail, or fax.

The Department of the Air Force is planning to create an environmental impact statement (EIS) for a project at Vandenberg Space Force Base. They intend to redevelop the Space Launch Complex-6 for Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy launches and increase the number of these launches, including landing in the Pacific Ocean. The project involves potential construction and environmental effects, and public input is sought through scoping meetings to discuss the project and its impacts. The Federal Aviation Administration and the United States Coast Guard are also involved in the EIS process, which evaluates the environmental implications of the proposed space activity.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) affecting all Saab AB, Model SAAB 2000 airplanes. This directive was inspired by a safety report regarding reversed connections in the wheel speed transducers within the main landing gear, which could reduce braking capability and pose a risk during landing. The AD requires a mandatory inspection and possible correction of the anti-skid system harnesses, following procedures detailed by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). This rule aims to ensure the safety of these aircraft by preventing potential damage and maintaining control during critical phases like landing.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule regarding a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS332L helicopters. This rule requires changes to the maintenance manuals to incorporate more restrictive airworthiness limitations, as specified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). These updates are intended to prevent the failure of critical parts that could lead to a loss of helicopter control. The rule becomes effective on May 2, 2025, but the FAA is open to receiving comments until June 2, 2025. There are no costs associated with compliance since these helicopters are not currently registered in the U.S.

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.