News Stories
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FAA to Host Virtual International Rotorcraft Safety Conference
FAA to Host Virtual International Rotorcraft Safety Conference
August 11 — Registration now Open! October 27-29
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FAA Updates on Boeing 737 MAX
FAA Updates on Boeing 737 MAX
August 3 — Boeing 737 MAX AD NPRM now available for early public review.
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U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces Over $273 Million in Airport Grants
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces Over $273 Million in Airport Grants
July 28 — The grants are awarded to 184 Airports in 41 States and 6 Territories.
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Fly Safe: Addressing GA Safety
Fly Safe: Addressing GA Safety
July 27 — This month, we look at the importance of pattern precision.
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FAA Issues Record of Decision for Las Vegas Metroplex Project
FAA Issues Record of Decision for Las Vegas Metroplex Project
July 17 — Decision enables the FAA to move forward with the project.
Regulations and Guidelines
Recent Regulations and Guidelines
- 33.70-5 — Damage Tolerance of Axial Blade Slot Features in High-Energy Turbine Engine Rotors (July 2, 2026)
- 91-26A — Maintenance and Handling of Air-Driven Gyroscopic Instruments (June 23, 2026)
- 20-191 — Airworthiness Approval of Airborne Systems used for Takeoff, Precision Approach, Landing and Rollout in low-visibility conditions (May 20, 2026)
- 20-136C — Aircraft Electrical and Electronic System Lightning Protection (May 15, 2026)
- 21-12D — Application for U.S. Airworthiness Certificate (January 30, 2026)
- 2022-13-10 — The Boeing Company Airplanes (August 16, 2022)
- 2022-13-18 — The Boeing Company Airplanes (August 11, 2022)
- 2022-15-07 — The Boeing Company Airplanes (August 11, 2022)
- 2022-16-04 — Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Airplanes (August 3, 2022)
- 2022-15-06 — The Boeing Company Airplanes (August 3, 2022)
- FAA 3900-18 — Pre-Construction Environmental and Occupational Safety and Health Checklist (July 14, 2026)
- FAA 8130-15 — Light-Sport Category Aircraft/Kit Statement of Compliance (July 10, 2026)
- FAA 8610-6 — Inspection Authorization Refresher Course Acceptance Request (May 28, 2026)
- SO 5280-8 — Airport Contact Information (April 30, 2026)
- FAA 8610-2 — Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application – Mechanic and Parachute Rigger (14 CFR Part 65) (April 23, 2026)
Orders
- JO 6690.3D — (%)Maintenance of the Voice Switching and Control System (VSCS) (July 1, 2026)
- JO 6970.19 — (%)Maintenance of Chillers and Chilled Water Systems (June 30, 2026)
- JO 6310.19C — (%)MAINTENANCE OF AIRPORT SURVEILLANCE RADAR-9 (ASR-9) (June 29, 2026)
Notices
- JO 7210.976 — FAA Contract Tower (FCT) Air Traffic Controller Eligibility (August 5, 2026)
- JO 7340.926 — ICAO THREE LETTER DESIGNATOR (3LD) “OER” AND ASSOCIATED CALL SIGN “OLD ELK” (August 4, 2026)
- JO 7340.925 — ICAO THREE LETTER DESIGNATOR (3LD) “LIG” AND ASSOCIATED CALL SIGN “LEGIONNAIRE” (August 4, 2026)
Look Up N-Numbers
Drones/Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
Airport Status and Delays
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