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)
- 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)
- 136-5 — Enhanced Flight Following Center (EFFC) for Commercial Air Tour Operators (January 23, 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 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)
- 8800.4 — Space Launch and Reentry Licensing and Permitting User Fees (June 11, 2026)
Notices
- JO 7340.921 — Foreign ICAO Three Letter Designator (3LD) and Telephony Designator Additions, Modifications, and Deletions (excluding U.S.) (July 17, 2026)
- JO 7210.975 — Relief Periods (July 6, 2026)
- JO 7340.920 — Foreign ICAO Three Letter Designator (3LD) and Telephony Designator Additions, Modifications, and Deletions (excluding U.S.) (June 29, 2026)
Look Up N-Numbers
Drones/Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
Airport Status and Delays
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- Ground Stoppages are unavailable.
- Ground Delays are unavailable.
- Arrivals/Departures are unavailable.
Highlights
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