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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) targeting certain Boeing 767-300F series airplanes. This directive requires replacing cargo compartment insulation blankets because they don't fit properly, which could let smoke move from the cargo area into the main cabin and possibly cause a fire hazard. Most comments about the proposed rule were supportive, with some requests for changes. The FAA reviewed and made minor adjustments to the directive, which will take effect on January 13, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to modify Class E airspace at Billy Free Municipal Airport in Dumas, Arkansas. This change is part of a broader initiative triggered by the decommissioning of the Monticello VOR navigation aid, as per the VOR Minimum Operational Network Program. The amendment removes references to Monticello VOR and the city of Dumas from the airspace description to enhance the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations in the area. The rule takes effect on April 22, 2021, ensuring the updates are incorporated into FAA's official documents.

In a proposed rule document related to changes in airspace classification for Colusa County Airport, a correction has been noted. The document, originally published on November 29, 2024, was mistakenly placed in the "Rules" section of the Federal Register. It should have been published under the "Proposed Rules" section instead. This correction ensures proper categorization and reference for regulatory processes.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to amend the Class E airspace designation at the Bradford Regional Airport in Pennsylvania. This change was prompted by the removal of the Bradford VHF omnidirectional range (VOR) navigation aid, as part of the VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) Program. The amendment involves adjusting the airspace dimensions and removing outdated navigation references to improve safety and efficiency for aircraft operations at the airport. The rule is set to take effect on June 17, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has delayed the effective date of a rule originally set to establish Class E airspace at Rose Hill, Kansas. This action, published in the Federal Register on November 18, 2024, was postponed from December 26, 2024, to February 20, 2025, to align with the FAA's charting schedules. This change does not involve any substantive modifications to the rule, and the FAA deemed public notice and comment unnecessary due to the brief delay.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for some Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B, due to reports of difficulties with the jettisoning function of the helicopter windows. This directive requires regular lubrication, operational testing, and necessary corrective action for the locking fingers on the windows to prevent failure, which could impede emergency evacuation. This directive follows a European mandate and becomes effective on May 2, 2025, with comments requested by June 2, 2025. The FAA emphasizes the urgency of these actions for aviation safety, bypassing the typical public comment period.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Transportation Department, is proposing changes to the airspace at Cortez Municipal Airport in Cortez, Colorado. The proposal includes modifications to the Class E airspace, which provides controlled airspace for aircraft operations; these changes are intended to improve safety and efficiency for instrument flight rules (IFR) operations. The FAA is also suggesting updates to the airport's legal descriptions and inviting public comments on these proposed changes by March 3, 2025. The agency assures that these adjustments are routine, have minimal economic impact, and are essential to keep flight procedures current.

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.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is correcting a previous rule that changed the Class E airspace for the ECU Health Roanoke Chowan Heliport in Ahoskie, NC. This rule was initially published on March 5, 2025. The purpose of the airspace change is to accommodate new GPS-based navigation procedures for the heliport. The main correction in this update is to change the effective date of the airspace amendment from April 17, 2025, to June 12, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new rule to establish Class E airspace at Crooked Creek Airport in Crooked Creek, Alaska. This airspace, starting 700 feet above the earth's surface, is designed to support new navigation procedures and ensure safe aircraft operations. The proposal includes a 2-mile radius of airspace around the airport, with specific exclusions for certain military areas. Public comments on this proposed rule are invited and must be submitted by April 9, 2021.