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| 1. | Safe, Efficient Use and Preservation of the Navigable Airspace | Green | |
| Popular Title:Safe Efficient Navigable Airspace |
| RIN 2120-AH31 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication date 6/13/2006; End of Comment Period 9/11/2006. |
| Abstract: This rule would amend the regulations governing objects that may affect the navigable airspace. Specifically, the FAA would add notification requirements and obstruction standards for electromagnetic interference and amend the obstruction standards for civil airport imaginary surfaces to more closely align these standards with FAA airport design and instrument approach procedure criteria. In addition, the FAA would increase the number of days in which notice must be filed with the FAA before beginning construction or alteration; add and amend definitions for terms commonly used during the aeronautical evaluation process; and remove the provisions for public hearings and antenna farms. The FAA would retitle the rule and reformat it into sections that closely reflect the aeronautical study process. These changes incorporate case law and legislative action, and simplify the rule language. The intended effect of these changes is to improve safety and promote the efficient use of the National Airspace System. This rulemaking has been upgraded. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/03/1988 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 10/01/2009 | | | | To OMB | 11/02/2009 | | | | OMB Clearance | 02/01/2010 | | | | Publication Date | 02/16/2010 | | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
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| 2. | Aging Aircraft Program (Widespread Fatigue Damage) | Red | |
| Popular Title:Aging Aircraft Widespread Fatigue |
| RIN 2120-AI05 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 4/18/2006; End of Comment Period 7/17/2006; Extended Comment Period 7/17/2006; End of Extended Comment Period 9/18/2006. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would require design approval holders to establish limits of validity (LOVs) of the engineering data that support the maintenance programs for certain transport category airplanes, and it would require them to determine if maintenance actions are needed to prevent widespread fatigue damage before an airplane reaches its LOV. This rulemaking would require operators of any affected airplane to incorporate the LOV into the airworthiness limitations section of the instructions for continued airworthiness. This rulemaking would also prohibit operation of an affected airplane beyond the LOV, unless an operator has incorporated an extended LOV and any necessary service information into its maintenance program. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/14/2004 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 05/14/2007 | 10/01/2009 | | | To OMB | 06/20/2007 | 11/02/2009 | | | OMB Clearance | 09/20/2007 | 02/02/2010 | | | Publication Date | 09/28/2007 | 02/18/2010 | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | Additional coordination necessary
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
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| 3. | Commuter Operations in Very Light Jets (VLJs) | Black | |
| Popular Title:VLJ |
| RIN 2120-AI84 |
| Stage: Undetermined |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would establish a rule to allow passenger-carrying commuter operations to be conducted under the provisions of part 135 using multiengine turbojets, certificated under either part 23 or part 25, configured with 9 or fewer passenger seats. The rulemaking would allow multiengine turbojet operators to provide commuter service to the traveling public, thus accommodating new techonologies and a new generation of turbojet airplanes that otherwise would not be allowed in part 135 commuter service. Since 1995, turbojets used in scheduled operations must operate under the provisions of part 121. This current rulemaking resulted, in part, from recommendations from the Aviation Rulemaking Committee for parts 14 CFR 135/125 and covers pilot crew, equipment, training, and dispatch requirements for the safe operation of this new generation airplane. The previous internet report listed this item as an NPRM with a scheduled publication date of 10/20/09. FAA is now reconsidering what action to take with respect to this rulemaking. |
Effects:
| | Regulatory Flexibility Act
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/15/2006 |
Dates for Undetermined:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | | | | | To OMB | | | | | OMB Clearance | | | | | Publication Date | | | | | End of Comment Period | | | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None |
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| 4. | Re-registration and Renewal of Aircraft Registration | Red | |
| Popular Title:Re-registration & Renewal of Aircraft Registration |
| RIN 2120-AI89 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 2/28/2008; End of Comment Period 8/28/2008 |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend requirements concerning the registration of aircraft. The rulemaking is based on the need to increase and maintain the accuracy of aircraft registration information in the Civil Aviation Registry. This rulemaking would ensure aircraft owners periodically provide information regarding changes in registration. The rulemaking would respond to the concerns of law enforcement and other government agencies and would provide more accurate, up-to-date aircraft registration information to all users of the Civil Aviation Registry database. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 11/30/2004 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 05/11/2009 | 05/28/2009 | 05/29/2009 | | Returned to Mode | | | 07/10/2009 | | Resubmitted to OST | | | 08/13/2009 | | To OMB | 06/11/2009 | 10/29/2009 | | | OMB Clearance | 09/11/2009 | 01/29/2010 | | | Publication Date | 09/25/2009 | 02/14/2010 | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
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| 5. | Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Equipage Mandate To Support Air Traffic Control Service | Green | |
| Popular Title:ADS-B |
| RIN 2120-AI92 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 10/05/2007; End of Comment Period 11/19/07; Comment Period Extended 01/03/2008; End of Extended Comment Period 03/03/2008. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would require Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out equipment on aircraft to operate in certain classes of airspace within the United States National Airspace System. The rulemaking is necessary to accommodate the expected increase in demand for air transportation, as described in the Next Generation Air Transportation System Integrated Plan. The intended effect of this rule is to provide the Federal Aviation Administration with a comprehensive surveillance system that accommodates the anticipated increase in operations and would provide a platform for additional flight applications and services. |
Effects:
| | Economically Significant
Major
Unfunded Mandate
Regulatory Flexibility Act
EU
NAFTA
Foreign
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/26/2006 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 12/14/2009 | | | | To OMB | 01/14/2010 | | | | OMB Clearance | 04/14/2010 | | | | Publication Date | 04/28/2010 | | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
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| 6. | Flight Crewmember Duty Limitations and Rest Requirements | Yellow | |
| Popular Title:Duty Limitations And Rest Requirements |
| RIN 2120-AI93 |
| Stage: Withdrawal |
| Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 12/20/1995; End of Comment Period 03/19/1996; Comment Period Extended 3/20/1996; End of Extended Comment Period 6/19/1996. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would withdraw a previously published NPRM (RIN 2120-AF63) that proposed to establish one set of duty period limitations, flight time limitations, and rest requirements for flight crewmembers engaged in air transportation. The NPRM also proposed to establish consistent and clear duty period limitations, flight time limitations, and rest requirements for domestic, flag, supplemental, commuter and on-demand operations. This action is necessary, because (1) the NPRM is outdated and (2) there were many significant issues commenters raised. |
Effects:
| | Economically Significant
Major
Unfunded Mandate
Regulatory Flexibility Act
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 11/28/1995 |
Dates for Withdrawal:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 09/02/2009 | | 09/17/2009 | | Publication Approved | 09/30/2009 | 10/27/2009 | | | Publication Date | 10/06/2009 | 11/04/2009 | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for Withdrawal: None |
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| 7. | Qualification, Service, and Use of Crewmembers and Aircraft Dispatchers | Red | |
| Popular Title:Part 121, Subparts N and O |
| RIN 2120-AJ00 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the regulations for crewmember and dispatcher training programs in domestic, flag, and supplemental operations. The rulemaking would enhance traditional training programs by requiring the use of flight simulation training devices for flight crewmembers and including additional training requirements in areas that are critical to safety. The rulemaking would also reorganize and revise the qualification and training requirements. The changes are intended to contribute significantly to reducing aviation accidents. |
Effects:
| | Regulatory Flexibility Act
Information Collection
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/12/1999 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 04/27/2007 | 09/28/2007 | 10/03/2007 | | To OMB | 05/29/2007 | 03/03/2008 | 03/06/2008 | | OMB Clearance | 08/29/2007 | 07/03/2008 | 06/06/2008 | | Publication Date | 09/10/2007 | 01/12/2009 | 01/12/2009 | | End of Comment Period | 01/10/2008 | 05/12/2009 | 05/12/2009 | | Extension of Comment Period | | | 04/20/2009 | | End of Extension of Comment Period | | | 08/10/2009 | |
| Explanation for any delay: | Additional coordination necessary
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: 74 FR 1280 |
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| 8. | Airworthiness Standards: Aircraft Engine Standards Overtorque Limits | Red | |
| Popular Title:Overtorque Limits |
| RIN 2120-AJ06 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 03/26/2008; End of Comment Period 06/24/2008 |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the certification standards for aircraft engines to establish requirements for approval of maximum engine overtorque. Specifically, this rulemaking would add a new engine overtorque test, amend engine ratings and operating limits, and define maximum engine overtorque for certain turbopropeller and turboshaft engines. The rulemaking would harmonize applicable United States (U.S.) and European standards and simplify airworthiness approvals for import and export of aircraft engines. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/20/1998 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 02/27/2009 | 04/30/2009 | 03/31/2009 | | To OMB | 03/27/2009 | 04/30/2009 | 05/14/2009 | | OMB Clearance | 06/29/2009 | 08/14/2009 | 08/14/2009 | | Publication Date | 07/13/2009 | 09/03/2009 | 09/02/2009 | |
| Explanation for any delay: | Additional coordination necessary
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: 74 FR 45307 |
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| 9. | Safety Management Systems (SMS) | Red | |
| Popular Title:SMS |
| RIN 2120-AJ15 |
| Stage: ANPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would require a Safety Management System (SMS) for FAA certificate holders, certain product manufacturers, applicants, and employers. This action is being taken to further enhance the practice of managing safety, conducting risk and system assessments and analysis, undertaking preventive and corrective actions, and creating a safety culture. The intended effect of this action would make the United States compliant with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) annexes. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/25/2007 |
Dates for ANPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 11/25/2008 | 02/17/2009 | 02/12/2009 | | Returned to Mode | | | 04/15/2009 | | Resubmitted to OST | | | 04/20/2009 | | To OMB | 12/26/2008 | 07/24/2009 | 07/01/2009 | | OMB Clearance | 03/26/2009 | 10/23/2009 | 07/17/2009 | | Publication Date | 04/08/2009 | 11/05/2009 | 07/23/2009 | | End of Comment Period | 06/08/2009 | 01/04/2010 | 10/21/2009 | |
| Explanation for any delay: | Additional coordination necessary
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| Federal Register Citation for ANPRM: 74 FR 36414 |
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| 10. | Pilot-in-Command Proficiency Check in Single-Piloted Turbojet Airplanes | Red | |
| Popular Title:PIC Proficiency |
| RIN 2120-AJ18 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rule would require proficiency checks for pilots in command (PIC) of single-piloted turbojet powered airplanes, allow pilot schools to use Internet-based training without requiring schools to have a physical ground training facility, allow pilot schools and provisional pilot schools to apply for a combined private pilot certification and instrument rating course, and revise the definitions of "complex airplane" and "high performance airplane." FAA believes these actions are necessary to respond to changes in the aviation industry and to avoid imposing unnecessary regulatory burdens. The intended effect of this rule would be to ensure flight crewmembers have the training and qualifications necessary to operate aircraft safely. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 07/24/2007 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | | 12/12/2008 | 12/22/2008 | | To OMB | 03/09/2009 | 04/17/2009 | 05/01/2009 | | OMB Clearance | 06/09/2009 | 08/01/2009 | 07/30/2009 | | Publication Date | 06/23/2009 | 09/03/2009 | 08/31/2009 | | End of Comment Period | 09/23/2009 | 11/03/2009 | 11/30/2009 | |
| Explanation for any delay: | Unanticipated impacts requiring further analysis
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: 74 FR 44779 |
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| 11. | Certification of Turbojets | Red | |
| Popular Title:Turbojets |
| RIN 2120-AJ22 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would address certification and operational issues surrounding the introduction of light jets. This action is necessary to standardize certification requirements and consolidate these requirements into one location. The intent is to ensure the same standards apply to all light jets. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/02/2008 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 02/19/2009 | 03/09/2009 | 03/03/2009 | | To OMB | 03/19/2009 | 04/03/2009 | 05/01/2009 | | OMB Clearance | 06/19/2009 | 08/01/2009 | 07/31/2009 | | Publication Date | 07/06/2009 | 08/13/2009 | 08/17/2009 | | End of Comment Period | 10/06/2009 | 10/13/2009 | 11/16/2009 | |
| Explanation for any delay: | Lack of staffing
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: 74 FR 41522 |
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| 12. | Supercooled Large Droplet Icing Conditions | Black | |
| Popular Title:Supercooled Large Droplet Icing Conditions |
| RIN 2120-AJ34 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the airworthiness standards applicable to transport category airplanes certificated for flight in icing conditions and the icing airworthiness standards applicable to aircraft engines. The rulemaking would improve safety by taking into account supercooled large drop icing conditions for transport category airplanes most affected by supercooled large drop icing conditions. The rulemaking would also include mixed phase and ice crystal conditions for all transport category airplanes, and supercooled large drop, mixed phase, and ice crystal icing conditions for all turbine engines. This rulemaking is the result of information gathered from a review of icing accidents and incidents, and is intended to improve the level of safety for new airplane and engine designs for operations in icing conditions. This rulemaking has been upgraded. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/04/2008 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 12/15/2009 | | | | To OMB | 01/15/2010 | | | | OMB Clearance | 04/15/2010 | | | | Publication Date | 04/29/2010 | | | | End of Comment Period | 07/29/2010 | | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
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| 13. | Flightcrew Alerting (Formerly Warning, Caution and Advisory Lights) | Green | |
| Popular Title:Flightcrew Alerting |
| RIN 2120-AJ35 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes regarding definitions, prioritization, color requirements, and performance. These changes would update the latest technology and functionality concerning flightcrew alerting. This rulemaking is necessary to add additional alerting functions and to consolidate and standardize definitions and regulations for flightcrew warning, caution, and advisory systems. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/26/2000 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 12/08/2008 | | 12/08/2008 | | To OMB | 03/02/2009 | 04/09/2009 | 04/15/2009 | | OMB Clearance | 06/02/2009 | 07/09/2009 | 06/16/2009 | | Publication Date | 06/16/2009 | 07/21/2009 | 07/09/2009 | | End of Comment Period | 08/17/2009 | 09/21/2009 | 09/08/2009 | |
| Explanation for any delay: | Additional coordination necessary
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: 74 FR 32810 |
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| 14. | Restrictions on Operators Employing Former Flight Standards Service Aviation Safety Inspectors
| Yellow | |
| Popular Title:Post Employment Restrictions |
| RIN 2120-AJ36 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would prohibit a certificate holder from employing or contracting with a former Aviation Safety Inspector (ASI) or other person with certificate holder oversight responsibilities to act as an agent or to represent that certificate holder in any matter before the FAA. This restriction would apply if the person, in the proceeding two year period, has (a) served as, or was responsible for oversight of, a Flight Standards Service ASI; and (b) had the responsibility to inspect, or oversee the inspection of, the operations of the certificate holder. The rulemaking would enhance the FAA´s ability to properly perform its safety mission and to ensure that every passenger can have complete confidence in the integrity of the programs and operations administered by the FAA. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/16/2008 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 03/17/2009 | 04/01/2009 | 04/01/2009 | | Returned to Mode | | | 04/29/2009 | | To OMB | 04/17/2009 | 07/13/2009 | 07/29/2009 | | OMB Clearance | 07/17/2009 | 10/29/2009 | | | Publication Date | 07/31/2009 | 11/13/2009 | | | End of Comment Period | 08/31/2009 | 12/13/2009 | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
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| 15. | Airport Safety Management System | Green | |
| Popular Title:Airport SMS |
| RIN 2120-AJ38 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would require airport operators to institute a safety management system at their airports. This action is necessary to improve safety through conformance with best practices in risk management and promote international harmonization with ICAO standards. The rule is intended to facilitate integration of formal risk management processes within the airport´s day-to-day operations. |
Effects:
| | Information Collection
Peer Review
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 07/22/2008 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 02/17/2010 | | | | To OMB | 03/18/2010 | | | | OMB Clearance | 06/18/2010 | | | | Publication Date | 07/02/2010 | | | | End of Comment Period | 10/04/2010 | | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
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| 16. | Photo Requirements for Pilot Certificates | Yellow | |
| Popular Title:Photo Requirements |
| RIN 2120-AJ42 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would require digital photos on all pilot certificates. This action is necessary to update regulations about pilot plastic certificates. The intended effect of this action is to meet all requirements of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:Statute |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/30/2008 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 08/24/2009 | 09/23/2009 | | | To OMB | 09/24/2009 | 10/23/2009 | | | OMB Clearance | 12/24/2009 | 01/25/2010 | | | Publication Date | 01/15/2010 | 02/16/2010 | | | End of Comment Period | 04/15/2010 | 05/17/2010 | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
Federal Aviation Administration
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| 17. | Part 121 - Activation of Ice Protection | Yellow | |
| Popular Title:Part 121 - Ice Protection |
| RIN 2120-AJ43 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the regulations applicable to operators of certain airplanes used in air carrier service and certificated for flight in icing conditions. The standards would require either the installation of ice detection equipment or changes to the Airplane Flight Manual to ensure timely activation of the airframe ice protection system. This regulation is the result of information gathered from a review of icing accidents and incidents, and it is intended to improve the level of safety when airplanes are operated in icing conditions. |
Effects:
| | Regulatory Flexibility Act
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 12/08/1997 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 07/24/2009 | | 07/24/2009 | | To OMB | 08/24/2009 | 09/16/2009 | 09/17/2009 | | OMB Clearance | 11/24/2009 | 12/16/2009 | | | Publication Date | 12/08/2009 | 12/23/2009 | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
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| 18. | Production and Airworthiness Approvals | Red | |
| Popular Title:Production and Airworthiness Approvals |
| RIN 2120-AJ44 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 10/05/2006; End of Comment Period 01/03/2007; Extended Comment Period Publication Date 12/20/06; End of Extended Comment Period Date 02/05/2007 |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the certification procedures and identification requirements for aeronautical products and articles. These amendments would update and standardize those requirements for production approval holders (PAHs), revise export airworthiness approval requirements to facilitate global manufacturing, move all part-marking requirements from part 21 to part 45, and amend the identification requirements for products and articles. The intent of these changes is to continue to promote safety by ensuring that aircraft, and products and articles designed specifically for use in aircraft, wherever manufactured, meet appropriate minimum standards for design and construction. This rulemaking was split from RIN 2120-AI78.
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Effects:
| | Regulatory Flexibility Act
EU
NAFTA
Foreign
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/04/2001 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 01/16/2009 | 05/15/2009 | 05/26/2009 | | To OMB | 03/16/2009 | 07/06/2009 | 07/01/2009 | | OMB Clearance | 06/16/2009 | 10/05/2009 | 09/30/2009 | | Publication Date | 06/30/2009 | 10/17/2009 | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | Additional coordination necessary
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
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| 19. | Part 129 Operations Specifications | Yellow | |
| Popular Title:Part 129 Ops Specs |
| RIN 2120-AJ45 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would clarify and standardize the rules for application, amendment, suspension or revocation of operations specifications issued to foreign air carriers operating in the United States. This action is necessary to update our processes for Operations Specifications. The intent of this action is to permit operations specifications to be easily revised and updated to meet international standards and the changing aviation environment. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:International Agreement |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/02/2004 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 07/22/2009 | 08/24/2009 | 08/25/2009 | | Returned to Mode | | | 09/29/2009 | | Resubmitted to OST | | | | | To C-1 | 08/05/2009 | 09/08/2009 | | | To OMB | 08/24/2009 | 09/25/2009 | | | OMB Clearance | 11/24/2009 | 12/28/2009 | | | Publication Date | 12/08/2009 | 01/11/2010 | | | End of Comment Period | 03/08/2010 | 04/12/2010 | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
Federal Aviation Administration
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| 20. | Congestion Management Rule for John F. Kennedy International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport | Yellow | |
| Popular Title:JFK-EWR Congestion Management |
| RIN 2120-AJ48 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication date 05/14/2009; End of Comment Period 06/15/2009. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would rescind the final rule on Congestion Management for John F. Kennedy International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport. The final rule established procedures to address congestion in the New York City area by assigning slots at John F. Kennedy (JFK) and Newark Liberty (Newark) International Airports, assigning to existing operators the majority of slots at the airports, and creating a market by annually auctioning off a limited number of slots in each of the first five years of the rule. The final rule also contained provisions for minimum usage, capping unscheduled operations, and withdrawal for operational need. The rule was scheduled to sunset in ten years. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/22/2009 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 07/23/2009 | | 07/24/2009 | | To OMB | 08/24/2009 | 09/16/2009 | 09/15/2009 | | OMB Clearance | 11/24/2009 | 12/16/2009 | 09/23/2009 | | Publication Date | 12/08/2009 | 02/23/2010 | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
Federal Aviation Administration
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| 21. | Congestion Management Rule for LaGuardia Airport | Yellow | |
| Popular Title:LGA Congestion Management |
| RIN 2120-AJ49 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication date 05/14/2009; End of Comment Period 06/15/2009. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would rescind the final rule on Congestion Management for LaGuardia Airport. The final rule established procedures to address congestion in the New York City area by assigning slots at LaGuardia Airport (LaGuardia), assigning to existing operators the majority of slots at the airports, and creating a market by annually auctioning off a limited number of slots in each of the first five years of the rule. The final rule also contained provisions for minimum usage, capping unscheduled operations, and withdrawal for operational need. The rule was scheduled to sunset in ten years. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/22/2009 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 07/23/2009 | | 07/27/2009 | | To OMB | 08/24/2009 | 09/16/2009 | 09/15/2009 | | OMB Clearance | 11/24/2009 | 12/16/2009 | 09/23/2009 | | Publication Date | 12/08/2009 | 02/23/2010 | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
Federal Aviation Administration
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| 22. | Fatigue Tolerance Evaluation of Metallic Structures | Green | |
| Popular Title:Fatigue Tolerance Evaluation of Metallic Structure |
| RIN 2120-AJ51 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would address advances in the fatigue tolerance evaluation safety requirements for transport category metallic structures. This action is necessary to avoid or reduce catastrophic fatigue failures. The intended effect is increased safety requirements and harmonization with international standards. |
Effects:
| | Information Collection
EU
NAFTA
Foreign
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/31/2009 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 09/08/2009 | | 09/15/2009 | | To OMB | 10/08/2009 | 10/24/2009 | | | OMB Clearance | 01/07/2010 | 01/25/2010 | | | Publication Date | 01/21/2010 | 02/08/2010 | | | End of Comment Period | 03/21/2010 | 04/08/2010 | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
Federal Aviation Administration
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| 23. | Damage Tolerance and Fatigue Evaluation of Composite Rotorcraft Structures | Green | |
| Popular Title:Damage Tolerance and Fatigue Eval of Composites |
| RIN 2120-AJ52 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would address advances in composite structures technology. This action is necessary to avoid or reduce catastrophic fatigue failures. The intended effects are increased safety requirements as well as harmonization with international standards. This rulemaking has been upgraded to significant.
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Effects:
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| Prompting action:None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 07/09/2009 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 11/11/2009 | | | | To OMB | 12/11/2009 | | | | OMB Clearance | 03/11/2010 | | | | Publication Date | 03/24/2010 | | | | End of Comment Period | 06/24/2010 | | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
Federal Aviation Administration
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| 24. | Air Ambulance and Commercial Helicopter Operations; Safety Initiatives and Miscellaneous Amendments | Green | |
| Popular Title:Helicopter Safety Initiatives and Misc Amendments |
| RIN 2120-AJ53 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would change equipment and operating requirements for commercial helicopter operations, including many specifically for helicopter air ambulance operations. This rulemaking is necessary to increase crew, passenger, and patient safety. The intended effect is to implement the National Transportation Safety Board, Aviation Rulemaking Committee, and internal FAA recommendations. |
Effects:
| | Regulatory Flexibility Act
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| Prompting action:Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 04/15/2009 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 01/29/2010 | | | | To OMB | 03/01/2010 | | | | OMB Clearance | 06/01/2010 | | | | Publication Date | 06/09/2010 | | | | End of Comment Period | 09/09/2010 | | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
Federal Aviation Administration
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| 25. | Flight and Duty Time Limitations and Rest Requirements | Green | |
| Popular Title:Flight/Duty/Rest Requirements |
| RIN 2120-AJ58 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would establish one set of flight time limitations, duty period limits, and rest requirements for pilots. The rulemaking is necessary to ensure that pilots have the opportunity to obtain sufficient rest to perform their duties. The objective of the rule is to contribute to and to improve aviation safety. This rulemaking is related to the following: an NPRM (RIN 2120-AF63), and a Withdrawal (RIN 2120-AI93). |
Effects:
| | Economically Significant
Regulatory Flexibility Act
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| Prompting action:Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/24/2009 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date | | To OST | 11/19/2009 | | | | To OMB | 11/24/2009 | | | | OMB Clearance | 12/24/2009 | | | | Publication Date | 12/31/2009 | | | | End of Comment Period | 04/30/2010 | | | |
| Explanation for any delay: | N/A |
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |