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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has published a notice regarding a petition filed by the Delaware Aviation Museum. The petition seeks an exemption from certain Federal Aviation Regulations, specifically §§ 61.55(h)(2) and 91.531(c), to allow extra trainees on board specific warbird aircraft. This exemption would enable flights operated for training purposes, where a second-in-command is present, to carry more trainees. The public is encouraged to comment on this petition by May 8, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a new rule affecting certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership airplanes due to issues with a component called the horizontal stabilizer trim actuator (HSTA). This new rule requires using an improved method for lubricating the HSTA, as some airplanes experienced jams caused by water intrusion and freezing, potentially leading to loss of control. The rule aims to align with a related Transport Canada directive, and it takes effect on March 21, 2025. The FAA reviewed comments on the proposed rule and made some clarifications but hasn't changed the main requirements.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp. engines, specifically the PW535E and PW535E1 models. This directive is in response to findings from a design review that showed some bolts on the engines might crack due to low-cycle fatigue, which poses a safety risk. The AD mandates routine inspections and potential replacements of these bolts to prevent any danger to the aircraft. Compliance with these rules is required by April 23, 2025, and aims to ensure the continued safe operation of aircraft using these engines.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing changes to air traffic routes in the northeastern United States to improve airspace efficiency and reduce reliance on ground-based systems. The proposal includes amending several existing routes, removing some routes entirely, and creating new routes, particularly affecting VOR Federal airways and RNAV routes (T-routes and Q-routes). These adjustments aim to support the Northeast Corridor Atlantic Coast Route Project and enhance the overall operation of the National Airspace System (NAS). Comments on the proposed changes are invited before March 5, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive for some Rolls-Royce Deutschland BR700 model turbofan engines due to a manufacturing issue that escaped previous detection. This issue affects the disks in the high-pressure turbine of certain engines, which may fail and cause unsafe conditions if not addressed. The directive would mandate the removal and replacement of the affected disks before they reach a specific number of flight cycles or during the next maintenance visit. This proposed action aims to prevent potential damage and maintain aviation safety.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to address a safety issue found in certain CFM International LEAP-1B engines. The problem involves a manufacturing defect in high-pressure compressor seals, which might cause damage to engine components during use. To resolve this, the FAA requires that operators perform specific inspections and replace the affected parts if necessary, to prevent potential engine failure and aircraft damage. These changes will take effect on February 12, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for specific Bombardier Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes due to DC motor pump (DCMP) failures that occurred during production flight tests. This proposed AD would require installing a redesigned DCMP electric motor assembly to prevent disconnection of electrical system generators caused by excessive voltage. Comments on this proposal are welcome until April 12, 2021, and the FAA aims to address the unsafe conditions in these airplanes with this directive.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has withdrawn a proposed rule that would have required changes to certain Sikorsky model helicopters. This decision was made because the issue that prompted the rule, a faulty life raft deployment handle, has been addressed by replacing all the affected handles. The original rule was intended to prevent a handle malfunction that could stop the life raft from deploying in emergencies. The FAA confirmed no public comments were received about the rule or its cost, and they concluded that the rule is no longer necessary.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has updated the Class E airspace around Giddings, Texas, as a result of removing an outdated navigation system, the Industry VOR. The modification extends the airspace's radius from 6.6 miles to 6.9 miles and updates the airport's geographic coordinates to align with FAA records. The changes ensure compliance with FAA regulations and support secure and efficient flight operations. This rule does not significantly impact small businesses and is exempt from environmental review due to its routine nature.