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The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is reopening the comment period for changes and clarifications to the National Transit Database reporting requirements, originally announced on October 31, 2024. This extension allows more time for transit agencies and affected parties to review and comment on these changes, which impact safety and security reporting. Comments can be submitted by January 29, 2025, through various methods, including online, mail, or fax. The goal is to gather additional input due to the complex nature of the proposals and the holiday period overlapping with the original comment timeframe.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is proposing a new rule that would allow states to waive the hazardous materials endorsement requirement for drivers with a Class A commercial driver's license who transport up to 1,000 gallons of aviation jet fuel for agricultural operations. This change aims to help agricultural aviation companies, especially those in remote areas, by making it easier to find drivers to deliver jet fuel, thus supporting these businesses' efficiency. The proposal may lead to cost savings for both drivers and agricultural operators, without reducing safety, as these operations typically occur in low-traffic rural areas. Public comments on the proposal are being accepted until February 3, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule, known as an airworthiness directive (AD), for all Embraer S.A. Model EMB-120 airplanes, due to concerns over potential cracking in certain parts of the aircraft's fuselage. This AD mandates regular inspections and any necessary repairs to ensure the planes remain safe. The rule allows for coordination with Brazilian authorities, as they initially identified the issue. It becomes effective on March 18, 2025, and aims to prevent any serious safety risks associated with these possible fuselage cracks.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for various Airbus SAS aircraft models, including the A319, A320, and A321 series. This directive addresses a safety concern involving the nose landing gear (NLG) repairs in aircraft approved for operation in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). Due to different runway standards in the CIS, certain parts may require repair or replacement to prevent damage, failure, and potential safety risks. Effective March 7, 2025, this rule requires compliance with repair and replacement guidelines specified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule, replacing a previous Airworthiness Directive (AD) for certain Austro Engine GmbH Model E4 and E4P engines. This rule responds to piston failures due to a manufacturing defect, which could lead to a loss of engine power. The AD requires repetitive oil analyses and, if issues are found, the replacement of engine components or the engine core. This action aims to ensure the safety and effective performance of these aviation engines.

The Federal Aviation Administration and the Department of Transportation issued a correction to a recent rule regarding BasicMed, which appeared in a 2024 publication. The correction clarifies an amendment to Section 11.201, instructing that a new entry for "Part 68" should be added to the table in numerical order. This amendment ensures the rule is applied accurately as intended.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has received a petition from Dassault Aviation seeking an exemption from certain Federal Aviation Regulations. The exemption would allow the installation of doors between the galley and the passenger cabin on Falcon 6X airplanes used in part 135 operations. This notice is aimed at increasing public awareness and participation in FAA's regulatory activities and invites comments on the petition by February 23, 2021. Comments can be submitted through various methods, including electronically via the Federal eRulemaking Portal.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to renew exemptions for 25 individuals from the hearing requirements related to commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. These exemptions allow individuals who are hard of hearing or deaf to continue driving CMVs in interstate commerce. Despite a public comment period that ended on February 5, 2025, no comments were received. The agency affirmed that the safety level with the exemptions is likely to be equivalent to or greater than without them. These exemptions are valid for two years from their respective effective dates unless revoked.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule establishing a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Route Q-161 and amending several existing RNAV routes, including Q-97, Q-133, Q-409, Q-437, Q-439, Q-445, and Q-481, in the eastern United States. This action is part of a project to improve the efficiency of the National Airspace System (NAS) along the Northeast Corridor. The changes are aimed at reducing traffic conflicts and improving connectivity between major airports in the United States and Canada. The rule will take effect on June 12, 2025, and is classified as routine, with minimal economic and environmental impact.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing changes to the Class D and Class E airspace in Fargo, ND, to improve compliance and support instrument flight procedures. These changes involve updating the boundaries of the airspace around Hector International Airport and updating coordinates in line with the FAA's database. Comments from the public are invited until June 2, 2025, and the proposed adjustments aim to ensure the safe and efficient use of airspace without significant economic impact.