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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a notice announcing the availability of the Final Programmatic Environmental Assessment (PEA) and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Shuttle Landing Facility (SLF) Reentry Site Operator License. This assessment evaluates the environmental impacts of potentially allowing Space Florida to operate a space reentry site at Cape Canaveral. If this proposal goes forward, Space Florida could offer the SLF as a landing site for commercial space vehicles. The FAA considered public comments from a previous draft and posted the final documents on their website.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has decided to withdraw a proposed rule that was published on October 11, 2024. This rule aimed to modify Class D airspace, establish Class E airspace, and update legal descriptions at the San Bernardino International Airport in California. After receiving numerous public comments citing concerns about airspace proximity, radar services, and safety risks, the FAA concluded that it would be better to withdraw the proposal and reconsider its design. Future plans will address the issues raised during the public comment period.

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 proposed a new rule concerning certain Textron Aviation, Inc. airplanes due to reports of mis-wired fire extinguishing bottles. This proposal aims to require functional tests and inspections of the fire extinguisher systems, including any needed corrections and revisions for ongoing inspections of these systems. The goal is to ensure that these fire extinguishing systems work properly to prevent unextinguished fires in engines or auxiliary power units. The FAA invites public comments on this proposed rule by April 21, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive for Saab AB Model SAAB 2000 airplanes, following a report of the main landing gear collapsing after landing. This would require modifying the hydraulic transfer valve to prevent further unsafe conditions that could lead to severe damage or injury. The proposed rule is based on a directive from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency and aims to ensure the aircraft's safe operation. Interested parties have until April 12, 2021, to submit comments on the proposed rule.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule concerning airworthiness directives for certain models of Airbus Helicopters. This rule was prompted by reports of defects in rescue hoist cable assemblies, specifically a faulty ball end, which poses a safety risk. The directive mandates inspections and, if necessary, the replacement of these hoist cable assemblies to ensure the equipment's safety during rescue operations. The rule takes effect on February 19, 2025, and comments on the rule are welcomed until March 21, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) applicable to Boeing Model 737 series airplanes, excluding certain older models. This decision follows reports of cracks in the lug fittings of the forward entry door, which could compromise the structural integrity of the door and result in rapid decompression. The AD requires inspection and potential replacement of specific parts in the door assembly to ensure safety. The directive aims to prevent unsafe conditions and maintain the airplane's airworthiness.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has finalized a rule to update Class E airspace in Ahoskie, NC. This change adds new airspace for the ECU Health Roanoke Chowan Heliport and updates information for the Tri-County at Henry Joyner Field Airport. The amendments ensure airspace compliance with FAA standards and support new instrument approach procedures needed for the safety of flight operations. These updates will help manage air traffic more efficiently and safely in the area starting from April 17, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule that updates and replaces two previous airworthiness directives for certain General Electric aircraft engines. This rule requires airlines to update the onboard engine control software to a new version that addresses potential safety issues. It continues to prohibit the flight of an airplane if certain alerts are shown, and mandates the replacement of specific engine control components to ensure safe engine operations. The decision follows feedback from several industry stakeholders, including pilots' associations and airline companies.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule to replace an existing Airworthiness Directive (AD) for specific GE Aviation Czech engines. This rule is aimed at addressing an unsafe condition caused by improper welding that may lead to cracks in the engine's centrifugal compressor case. The new directive requires repeated inspections and potential replacement of compressor cases if cracks are found, aligning with an European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) directive. Public comments on this proposal are invited by June 9, 2025.