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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a change to the airspace around Marysville, Ohio. This amendment follows the removal of the Marysville nondirectional beacon (NDB) and will bring the airspace in line with FAA standards to better support flight operations. Specifically, it involves expanding the Class E airspace area from a 6.3-mile radius to a 6.7-mile radius and includes other updates related to airspace boundaries. Public comments on this proposed rule are invited until March 21, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a correction to a rule announced on June 18, 2024, which had previously removed the need for certain pilots and instructors to have a medical certificate if they are not serving as required crew members. The original rule aimed at clarifying qualifications but overlooked updating specific section titles in the regulations. This document corrects that error by updating the titles to reflect the intended changes, ensuring clarity in the regulations. The corrections are effective from December 27, 2024.

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a final rule through its Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) to amend the USDA organic regulations with new standards for organic mushroom production and pet food handling. This rule clarifies standards such as the composition and sourcing of materials used in organic mushroom production and the use of synthetic nutrients like taurine in organic pet food. These amendments aim to resolve inconsistencies in existing regulations to promote fair competition and market growth for both organic mushrooms and pet food. The rule is effective February 21, 2025, with compliance required by February 22, 2027.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed changes to the Class E airspace at Mineral Wells, TX, following the decommissioning of the Mineral Wells non-directional beacon. The proposal includes updating airport and VORTAC geographic coordinates, renaming the airport, and modifying the airspace dimensions to enhance safety and compliance with FAA regulations. Public comments on the proposed changes are invited until April 21, 2025. The overall objective is to ensure airspace efficiency and support instrument flight rule operations at Mineral Wells Regional Airport.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) proposes a voluntary program called the ADS-equipped Vehicle Safety, Transparency, and Evaluation Program (AV STEP) for vehicles with automated driving systems (ADS). The program aims to review and oversee these vehicles, focusing on safety and public transparency. Participants can apply to perform specific operations or seek exemptions from certain safety standards. The program is designed to help NHTSA monitor the safe development of ADS while collecting data that could inform future safety standards.

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 that enables it to accept air operator certificates from Regional Safety Oversight Organizations (RSOOs) for foreign air carriers, as long as the State of the Operator is a member of that organization. This change eases the process for foreign airlines to gain operational specifications for flying to and from the United States. While some industry groups expressed concerns about safety and legal issues, the FAA assures that it will review and validate these certificates to ensure they meet international safety standards. The rule will become effective on January 16, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to create Class E airspace starting at 700 feet above the ground for the Sunbury Fire Department Heliport in Sunbury, NC. This new airspace is necessary to ensure the safety and management of flights that follow instrument flight rules (IFR) in the area. The public can submit comments on this proposal until March 3, 2025. The proposal notes that changes to the designated airspace are routine and not expected to significantly affect the economy or small entities.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has expanded the use of unlicensed very low power (VLP) devices across the entire 6 GHz band, from 5.925 to 7.125 GHz. These devices are set to operate under specific technical rules designed to prevent interference with licensed services. The expansion aims to enhance applications like augmented and virtual reality by providing more bandwidth for high-speed, low-latency operations. This move is expected to bring significant economic benefits by increasing opportunity and innovation in wireless communication technologies.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced a deadline of May 15, 2025, for airlines to submit their flight schedules for the Winter 2025/2026 season at several major U.S. airports: Chicago O'Hare, JFK, Los Angeles, Newark Liberty, and San Francisco. These airports are subject to specific scheduling processes to manage congestion and ensure smooth operations. At the Level 2 airports like Newark and San Francisco, the FAA encourages voluntary cooperation from airlines to avoid exceeding targeted scheduling limits. Slot management in the U.S. is a shared responsibility, with the FAA handling runway access while airport authorities manage terminal access.