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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to create a new area of controlled airspace near Tobey Hospital Heliport in Wareham, Massachusetts. This new Class E airspace would start at 700 feet above the ground and is needed to support new GPS-based navigation procedures used by aircraft in the area. The goal is to ensure safe and efficient flight operations around the heliport. The public is invited to provide comments on the proposal before March 1, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) corrected a typographic error in a previously published final rule regarding airspace establishment at Zeeland, MI. Originally released in the Federal Register on December 13, 2024, this rule mistakenly included duplicate state identifiers, including an incorrect “SD” identifier. The corrected rule now accurately reflects that Zeeland, MI airspace should be associated with Ottawa Executive Airport, MI. This ensures that navigational data is accurate for implementation by April 17, 2025.

The FAA has issued a final rule airworthiness directive for Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Model Duo Discus and Duo Discus T gliders. This move comes after reports that the canopies of these gliders can open during air tow, posing a risk of losing control in flight. The directive requires modifications to the canopy locking mechanism to address this unsafe condition. Despite some public comments suggesting the problem is due to pilot error, the FAA insists on these changes following a fatal accident in 2023, underscoring the design's inadequacies.

The FAA has issued a new rule that replaces a previous directive concerning the Captain's and First Officer's seats on certain Boeing 767 airplanes. The new rule addresses reports of uncommanded movements of these seats, which could pose safety risks during critical flight phases. This rule requires inspections and actions based on specific seat part numbers and introduces guidelines for compliance. The FAA has consulted various stakeholders and made some changes based on feedback, ensuring safety without imposing significant economic burdens.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing changes to some air routes in the North Central United States. This involves adjusting or entirely removing certain Jet Routes (J-483, J-538, J-562), modifying VOR Federal Airway V-129, and introducing new Canadian RNAV Routes (Q-828, Q-945, Q-971, T-797) in U.S. airspace. The changes are due to NAV CANADA's modernization efforts and the decommissioning of some navigational aids in Canada. Public comments on these proposals are invited until January 23, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has updated the schedule for restricted airspace at the Grand Bay Weapons Range in Georgia. This change extends the hours during which these areas (R-3008A, R-3008B, R-3008C, and R-3008D) can be activated without requiring a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), aligning the published hours more closely with their actual use. As a result, pilots will have a clearer understanding of when these areas are typically in use, and the workload related to issuing NOTAMs will be reduced. The rule change becomes effective on April 22, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to update Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPS) and related Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) at various airports. This update addresses changes in criteria and airspace conditions to ensure safe and efficient air travel. The rule allows for quicker implementation of necessary changes when safety is a concern and will be effective from March 4, 2025, with specific dates for each airport. Available online, these updates are meant to keep aeronautical charts current and are not expected to have a significant economic impact.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule that updates the Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPS) and related Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) for certain airports. This is necessary due to new criteria, changes in the National Airspace System, and other operational changes. These updates are meant to ensure safe and efficient flight operations. The FAA confirms that this regulation isn't a major change and won’t significantly impact small entities.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a rule requiring certain MHI RJ Aviation ULC airplanes to replace overhead bin hook assemblies and support tubes. This decision was made because the current attachments may fail in emergency situations, risking the overhead bins falling and blocking exits. The rule was prompted by a directive from Transport Canada and will take effect on January 13, 2025. The FAA has also updated cost estimates and referenced additional installation guidance documents.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive for certain Airbus Helicopters models due to reports of significant wear in specific parts of the helicopter. This proposal requires measuring wear in these parts and taking corrective actions based on the results. The proposal also includes a prohibition on installing certain parts unless specific conditions are met. The directive aims to address safety concerns and ensure the continued safe operation of these helicopters.