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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering new rules to manage air pollution related to particulate matter from farming activities in Arizona, specifically in Pinal County. They are proposing to approve a state plan, but with some conditions, as certain parts are not enforceable enough. This decision means the EPA supports parts of the Arizona plan but is also suggesting that some rules need further improvement. Public comments on these proposals can be submitted until February 18, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has published a notice regarding a petition from Beverly Hills Aerials, LLC, which is seeking an exemption from certain Federal Aviation Regulations. The petition requests permission to operate equipment under specific conditions without some of the usual requirements, such as holding a third-class medical certificate for the pilot in command and conducting operations within 500 feet of people, vehicles, or structures. The FAA is inviting the public to comment on this petition by April 29, 2025. Comments can be submitted through various methods, including online, mail, or in-person delivery.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has published a notice regarding a petition from the California Fire Pilots Association. The petition seeks an exemption from certain logging requirements of flight time under the Federal Aviation Regulations. Specifically, the California Fire Pilots Association wants their pilots to be able to log flight time while flying firefighting aircraft, which is not currently allowed under existing regulations unless the flights are related to law enforcement operations. The petition also requests that this exemption last until changes are made to the regulations as outlined in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has published a notice about a petition from Merlin Labs, Inc. requesting an exemption from specific regulations. They are seeking permission to fly two modified Cessna 208B planes over populated areas for research and development of a new autopilot system. The test flights are to take place at Laurence G. Hanscom Field Airport and will not involve unmanned or optionally piloted aircraft. Comments on the petition are welcome until February 10, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has published a notice regarding a petition filed by the Google Research Climate and Energy Group. This petition seeks an exemption from certain Federal Aviation Regulations to allow them to operate an unmanned aircraft system for fire-fighting and monitoring in Firebaugh, California. The drone in question weighs between 55 and 98.8 pounds and uses first-person view technology. Interested parties can submit comments on this petition by the specified deadline.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has published a notice summarizing a petition from Dynamic Ventures Inc. seeking exemptions from certain Federal Aviation Regulations. The company wants their pilots, required by NASA to act as second-in-command (SIC) in specific public aircraft operations, to log SIC flight time even if the aircraft type doesn't require an SIC. They also want to retroactively count the SIC time on past flights where an SIC wasn't mandated by aircraft type or regulations. The public can submit comments on the petition by April 8, 2025, through various methods outlined by the FAA.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed changes to the Class E airspace in Austin, Lago Vista, and Lakeway, Texas. This proposal aims to update the airspace as part of regular reviews, ensuring consistency with FAA rules and supporting safe and efficient flight operations. The public has the opportunity to submit comments on this proposal until January 16, 2025. The FAA's changes involve redistributing and expanding certain areas of Class E airspace to enhance safety and navigation efficiency for aircraft in these regions.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule to create Class E airspace for Memorial Hospital Heliport in North Conway, New Hampshire. This airspace would start 700 feet above the ground and encompass a 6-mile radius around the heliport to support a new instrument approach procedure. The rule aims to enhance the safety and management of flights in this area. Public comments on the proposal are invited until March 3, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to establish Class E airspace at Stanford/Biggerstaff Field in Stanford, Montana. This new airspace will extend upward from 700 feet above the ground, helping facilitate both departing and arriving flights using instrument flight rules (IFR) by providing a safer and more efficient airspace structure. The rule will be effective starting August 7, 2025, and does not have a significant economic impact or environmental concerns. The change aids the airport’s transition from visual to instrument navigation, enhancing safety and efficiency for aircraft operations.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced a new rule to establish Class E airspace at Austin Airport in Austin, NV. This change is made to support the transition from visual flight rules (VFR) to instrument flight rules (IFR), ensuring safe and efficient management of air traffic. The rule details the specific airspace boundaries extending from 700 feet above the surface to accommodate rising terrain and adjust for departing and arriving IFR operations. The update is part of routine amendments to keep air traffic procedures current, and it does not have a significant economic impact.