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The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced that final actions have been taken on the SR 510 Yelm Loop—New Alignment Phase 2 Project in Yelm, Washington. This project aims to build a three-mile highway to help reduce congestion in downtown Yelm. The road will include one travel lane in each direction and will be a limited access highway from Cullens Road to 103rd Avenue, eventually transitioning to managed access until SR 507. A Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) was issued, indicating that the project should proceed without major environmental concerns. Claims against this decision must be filed by September 8, 2025, to be considered.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is planning to update its National Consumer Complaint Database (NCCDB), which allows consumers, drivers, and others to file complaints against unsafe companies and employees. The proposed changes aim to improve the system by making it easier for people to file and track complaints, and for FMCSA to respond in a timely manner. Public comments on these updates are encouraged and must be submitted by March 4, 2025. The updates will help ensure consumer protection and promote safer practices in the motor carrier industry.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is announcing its final actions on the SR 3 Freight Corridor—New Alignment project in western Washington. This project will create a new route to the east of the existing SR 3 between the City of Bremerton, Kitsap County, and Mason County, designed to improve regional traffic flow, reduce congestion, and enhance safety. The project includes new lanes, roundabouts, and stormwater treatment facilities, with a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) signed on November 15, 2024. Anyone seeking judicial review of these actions must file a claim by May 1, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule to replace an earlier directive for Deutsche Aircraft GmbH Model 328-100 and 328-300 airplanes. The new directive requires not only an initial inspection of certain parts but also ongoing, repetitive inspections due to the risk of damage that could lead to electrical problems and potential fire hazards in fuel tanks. This rule is based on updates from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and includes requirements for corrective actions if any damage is discovered. The FAA is accepting public comments on the proposal until February 6, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule to establish and modify airspace over North Dakota. This would create a domestic airspace area at 1,200 feet above the state and remove existing airspace regions at Harvey and Linton to improve air traffic control and support instrument flight rule (IFR) operations. The proposed changes are in response to requests from air traffic control centers in Salt Lake and Minneapolis. Public comments on this proposal are open until April 9, 2021, and must be submitted following specific guidelines provided by the FAA.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) published a final rule concerning drug and alcohol testing for certificated repair station employees located outside the United States. However, the initial rule incorrectly described the memberships of two commenters. This correction clarifies that the 17 supporting commenters include various transportation labor groups, a pilots' union, a trade association, a directory service, a software provider, and several individuals. The corrections are effective on January 17, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new safety rule concerning specific models of GE turbofan engines due to reports of cracks in the lower fuel manifold that could lead to fuel leaks and engine fires. The rule requires inspections of this part and, if cracks are found, its replacement with a new one. This action is termed "interim," as a long-term solution is being developed. Stakeholders are invited to submit comments on this proposal by April 12, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Helicopters Model EC225LP. This action is in response to the lack of electrical bonding on a specific searchlight part, which could lead to electrical failures if struck by lightning. The directive requires modifications to the searchlight to ensure safety and prevents the installation of the searchlight unless these modifications are completed. The deadline for public comments is February 6, 2025.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), part of the Department of Transportation, has issued a correction to a previous rule about safety standards for light vehicles. This rule, which was originally published on November 26, 2024, involves federal requirements for automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems on new vehicles. The new document corrects a typographical error in the instructions for implementing the rule. The changes made are purely administrative and clarify which specific standards need to be revised.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain models of Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica airplanes. This directive was prompted by issues with the automatic takeoff thrust control system that provides incorrect calculations under certain conditions. To address this safety concern, the AD requires updating the software in the engine control systems to prevent potential performance issues during takeoff. The directive is effective from March 30, 2021, and aims to ensure safety by mandating these updates for the affected aircraft models.