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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive for certain Airbus Canada airplanes, due to concerns about electrical bonding resistance caused by a change in the material of a connector component. This new rule would require testing and possibly installing additional components to ensure the planes are not at risk from electromagnetic interference or lightning. The FAA aims to address this safety issue as identified by Transport Canada. Comments on this proposal are welcome until April 7, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive for certain Bombardier Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes. This comes after reports of a malfunction where the inboard multi-function spoiler (MFS) surfaces failed to deploy due to missing notches on the piston seal of the MFS power control units (PCUs). The proposal requires inspection and possible replacement of the affected MFS PCUs to ensure safety and prevent potential structural damage or injury. This proposed directive is open for public comments until April 12, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has decided to change the name of a waypoint (a reference point in navigation) in its Area Navigation (RNAV) Routes Q-117 and Q-135. The waypoint originally named “CUDLE” in North Carolina will now be called “RREGG” because there was a risk of confusion due to its similar sound to the “KALDA” waypoint in Virginia. This change is intended to reduce errors in radio communications but does not affect the overall airspace or operating procedures. The amendment is effective from February 20, 2025, and is considered an administrative change with minimal impact.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule to address safety concerns with certain De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited Model DHC-8-400 series airplanes. This proposed rule seeks to replace an earlier Airworthiness Directive (AD) from 2015. The new rule would require modifications to the nose wheel steering (NWS) system to prevent issues that could cause the airplane to veer off the runway. The public is invited to submit comments on this proposal until April 12, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule requiring inspections and corrections for certain Boeing 737 airplane models. A report revealed that non-conductive clip-on nuts were used in the fuel tank, which could disrupt the electrical bond needed to safely handle lightning and static electricity, creating a fire risk. The proposal requires checking and replacing these nuts where necessary to prevent potential fuel tank explosions. The FAA welcomes public comments on this proposal until February 14, 2025.

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 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain MHI RJ Aviation ULC Model CL-600-2B19 airplanes, responding to issues with the structural life limits of some landing gear components. These limits were not properly updated during repairs, potentially leading to landing gear collapse and resulting in airplane damage and danger to passengers. The directive requires checking and revising these limits in airplane documents and replacing affected parts when necessary. This rule is to ensure the safe operation of the aircraft and is effective from March 30, 2021.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an interim final rule in response to a petition from the Alliance for Automotive Innovation. This rule addresses when to increase the civil penalty rate for automobile manufacturers that do not meet corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards. The updated penalty rate will be enforced starting with the 2022 model year, unless a court decision is overturned. NHTSA has decided this rule to ensure fairness and avoid retroactive penalties, especially as manufacturers have been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive for certain Airbus SAS Model A319 airplanes due to findings of widespread fatigue damage around their potable water and wastewater service panels. These cracks, if not addressed, could impact the structural integrity of the planes. To fix this, the proposal mandates specific modifications, following guidelines from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The FAA invites public comments on this proposal by March 10, 2025, to potentially amend it based on feedback.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is seeking public comments on its plan to renew an information collection request. This request is related to compliance with commercial driver licensing and testing standards, involving drivers and state licensing agencies, to ensure accurate recordkeeping of testing, licensing, and violations as stated in the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986. Comments on the renewal, which does not include proposed changes from a previously discussed rule, need to be submitted by May 16, 2025. The FMCSA is particularly interested in feedback on the necessity of the data collection, its burden estimates, and ways to improve the information's quality and minimize the burden.