Recently Published Rulemaking Documents

Proposed Rules (NPRMs)
Federal Register Publication DateTitleComments Due
October 5, 2026Lightning Hazard Mitigation Burden-Reducing ExceptionNovember 4, 2026
October 5, 2026Simplifying Physical Containment RequirementsNovember 4, 2026
October 5, 2026Streamlining Flight Safety Analysis Methodology Means of ComplianceNovember 4, 2026
October 5, 2026Overpressure Blast Effects Analysis Burden Reducing ClarificationNovember 4, 2026
October 5, 2026Digital Modernization for Licensing Electronic Application SubmissionsNovember 4, 2026
September 24, 2026Flight Operations: Pilot requirements; Use of OxygenNovember 23, 2026
September 14, 2026Use of Certain Restricted Category Aircraft for the Transport of Firefighters for Wildfire SuppressionNovember 13, 2026
September 4, 2026Modernizing Medical Standards for Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus CasesOctober 5, 2026
September 2, 2026Establishment of Special Air Traffic Rules in the Vicinity of President Donald J. Trump International AirportOctober 2, 2026
August 10, 2026Removal of FAA Third-Class Medical Certificate Requirement for Military Pilot TraineesOctober 9, 2026
August 5, 2026Improving Emergency Medical Kit Efficacy and Flexibility in Commercial Airline OperationsOctober 5, 2026
July 6, 2026Ensuring Passenger Safety by Preempting Duty and Rest RequirementsSeptember 4, 2026
Final Rules
Federal Register Publication DateTitle
September 14, 2026Sport Pilot Practical Test Standards Alignment
Upcoming Compliance Dates
Federal Register Publication DateTitleCompliance Date
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Federal Register Notices
Federal Register Publication DateTitle
August 6, 2026Transport Airplane and Propulsion Certification Modernization; Extension of Comment Period
Last updated: Tuesday, October 20, 2026