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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing changes to the Class D and Class E airspace in Fargo, ND, to improve compliance and support instrument flight procedures. These changes involve updating the boundaries of the airspace around Hector International Airport and updating coordinates in line with the FAA's database. Comments from the public are invited until June 2, 2025, and the proposed adjustments aim to ensure the safe and efficient use of airspace without significant economic impact.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule to replace a previous airworthiness directive for Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 190-300 airplanes due to concerns about wear on the wing hinge bearing assembly of the aileron surfaces. The directive requires detailed inspections and repairs to prevent excessive wear that could lead to dangerous vibration levels and reduce the plane's controllability. This updated rule incorporates revisions from Brazil's aviation authority and does not apply reporting requirements for these procedures. The public is invited to comment on the directive by February 28, 2025, through stated contact methods, and the rule will be effective on January 29, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on its plan to renew an information collection related to drug and alcohol testing for aviation personnel. This effort is in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and involves testing as required by federal regulations to ensure compliance by aviation employers. The FAA uses this information for oversight and planning purposes and to determine which employers need to provide annual testing data. Public comments are invited on the necessity, accuracy, and potential burden of the information collection, with submissions due by February 22, 2021.