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Report on DOT Significant Rulemakings

Table of Contents

Federal Aviation Administration

1. Qualification, Service, and Use of Crewmembers and Aircraft Dispatchers

2. Certification of Turbofan Powered Airplanes and Miscellaneous Amendments

3. Supercooled Large Droplet Icing Conditions

4. Airport Safety Management System

5. Photo Requirements for Pilot Certificates

6. Air Ambulance and Commercial Helicopter Operations; Safety Initiatives and Miscellaneous Amendments

7. Flight and Duty Time Limitations and Rest Requirements

8. Operation and Certification of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS)

9. Repair Stations

10. Pilot Certification and Qualification Requirements (formerly First Officer Qualification Requirements) (HR 5900)

11. Prohibition Against Certain Flights Within the Territory and Airspace of Afghanistan

12. Requirement for Wildlife Assessments at Certificated Airports

13. Regulation Of Flight Operations Conducted By Alaska Guide Pilots

14. Air Carrier Maintenance Training Program

15. Safety Management Systems for Part 121 Certificate Holders

16. Flight Crewmember Mentoring, Leadership and Professional Development (HR 5900)

17. New York Congestion Management Rule for LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, and Newark Liberty International Airport

18. Lavatory Oxygen Systems

19. Part 121 Exiting Icing





Federal Aviation Administration



Federal Aviation Administration
1.  Qualification, Service, and Use of Crewmembers and Aircraft Dispatchers Red
Popular Title:Part 121, Subparts N and O
RIN 2120-AJ00
Stage: SNPRM
Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 01/12/2009;End of Comment Period 05/12/2009;Extension of Comment Period 04/20/2009;End of Extended of Comment Period 08/10/2009.
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
Prompting action:None
Legal Deadline:  Final rule : 01/19/2013
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/12/1999
Dates for SNPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 02/26/2010  05/27/2010  05/27/2010 
Returned to Mode     06/18/2010 
Resubmitted to OST   08/27/2010  08/19/2010 
Returned to Mode/2     09/29/2010 
Resubmitted to OST/2   10/08/2010  10/08/2010 
To OMB 03/12/2010  11/16/2010  11/29/2010 
OMB Clearance 04/09/2010  04/01/2011  04/21/2011 
Publication Date 04/20/2010  05/20/2011  05/20/2011 
End of Comment Period 06/21/2010  07/19/2011  07/19/2011 
Extension of Comment Period     06/23/2011 
End of Extended Comment Period     09/19/2011 
Explanation for any delay:Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for SNPRM: 76FR29336




Federal Aviation Administration
2.  Certification of Turbofan Powered Airplanes and Miscellaneous Amendments Red
Popular Title:Turbofan Powered Airplanes
RIN 2120-AJ22
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 8/17/2009; End of Comment Period 11/16/2009; Extension of Comment Period 11/16/2009; End of Extended Comment Period 12/16/2009. Final rule: Publication 12/02/2011; Effective 01/31/2012
Abstract: This rulemaking would address certification and operational issues surrounding the introduction of turbofan powered airplanes. 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 aircraft.
Effects:
 None
Prompting action:None
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 04/16/2011
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/02/2008
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 02/11/2011  04/05/2011  04/01/2011 
To OMB 03/11/2011  07/07/2011  07/07/2011 
OMB Clearance 06/13/2011  10/07/2011  10/13/2011 
Publication Date 06/27/2011  12/02/2011  12/02/2011 
Explanation for any delay:Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: 76 FR 75736




Federal Aviation Administration
3.  Supercooled Large Droplet Icing Conditions Yellow
Popular Title:Supercooled Large Droplet Icing Conditions
RIN 2120-AJ34
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 6/29/2010; End of Comment Period 08/30/2010; Publication of Extended Comment Period 08/16/2010; End of Extended Comment Period 9/29/2010.
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the airworthiness standards applicable to certain transport category airplanes certificated for flight in icing conditions and the icing airworthiness standards applicable to certain aircraft engines. The rulemaking would improve safety by addressing supercooled large drop icing conditions for transport category airplanes most affected by supercooled large drop icing conditions, 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.
Effects:
 EU
NAFTA
Foreign
Prompting action:None
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 11/29/2012
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/04/2008
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 09/20/2011  02/06/2012   
To OMB 10/21/2011  03/06/2012   
OMB Clearance 01/20/2012  06/06/2012   
Publication Date 02/06/2012  06/22/2012   
Explanation for any delay:Other, higher priorities
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None




Federal Aviation Administration
4.  Airport Safety Management System Red
Popular Title:Airport SMS
RIN 2120-AJ38
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 10/07/2010;End of Comment Period 01/05/2011;Extension of Comment Period 12/10/2010;End of Extended of Comment Period 03/07/2011;Extension of Comment Period 03/07/2011;End of Extended of Comment Period 07/05/2011.
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
Prompting action:None
Legal Deadline:  Final rule : 11/05/2012
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 07/22/2008
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 02/17/2010  04/27/2010  04/27/2010 
To OMB 03/18/2010  06/18/2010  06/17/2010 
OMB Clearance 06/18/2010  09/20/2010  09/28/2010 
Publication Date 07/02/2010  10/12/2010  10/07/2010 
End of Comment Period 10/04/2010  01/05/2011  01/05/2011 
Publication Date for Extension of Comment Period     12/10/2010 
End of Extended of Comment Period     03/07/2011 
Extension of Comment Period/2     03/07/2011 
End of Extension of Comment Period/2     07/05/2011 
Explanation for any delay:Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: 75 FR 62008




Federal Aviation Administration
5.  Photo Requirements for Pilot Certificates Green
Popular Title:Photo Requirements
RIN 2120-AJ42
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 11/19/2010; End of Comment Period 02/17/2011
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:
 None
Prompting action:Statute
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/30/2008
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 01/11/2012  02/01/2013   
To OMB 02/13/2012  03/01/2013   
OMB Clearance 05/14/2012  05/31/2013   
Publication Date 05/29/2012  06/13/2013   
Explanation for any delay:N/A
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None




Federal Aviation Administration
6.  Air Ambulance and Commercial Helicopter Operations; Safety Initiatives and Miscellaneous Amendments Red
Popular Title:Helicopter Safety Initiatives and Misc Amendments
RIN 2120-AJ53
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 10/12/2010; End of Comment Period 01/01/2011.
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 National Transportation Safety Board, Aviation Rulemaking Committee, and internal FAA recommendations.
Effects:
 Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action:Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline:  Final rule : 05/10/2012
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 04/15/2009
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 01/04/2012  02/21/2012   
To OMB 02/06/2012  03/23/2012   
OMB Clearance 05/03/2012  06/21/2012   
Publication Date 05/21/2012  07/02/2012   
Explanation for any delay:N/A
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None




Federal Aviation Administration
7.  Flight and Duty Time Limitations and Rest Requirements Red
Popular Title:Flight/Duty/Rest Requirements
RIN 2120-AJ58
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 09/14/2010;End of Comment Period 11/15/2010.
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend existing flight, duty, and rest regulations applicable to certificate holders and their flightcrew members operating under 14 CFR part 121. The new requirements would eliminate the current distinctions between domestic, flag, and supplemental operations. Also, the rulemaking would provide different requirements based on the time of day, whether an individual is acclimated to a new time zone, and the likelihood of being able to sleep under different circumstances. This rulemaking is necessary to improve aviation safety by providing applicable persons with the opportunity for sufficient rest.
Effects:
 Economically Significant
Major
Prompting action:Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 08/01/2011
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/24/2009
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 05/27/2011    07/08/2011 
To OMB 06/13/2011  08/08/2011  08/17/2011 
OMB Clearance 07/28/2011  12/16/2011  12/20/2011 
Publication Date 08/08/2011  01/04/2012   
Explanation for any delay:Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None




Federal Aviation Administration
8.  Operation and Certification of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Red
Popular Title:Small Unmanned Aircraft
RIN 2120-AJ60
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would enable small unmanned aircraft to safely operate in limited portions of the national airspace system (NAS). This action is necessary because it addresses the novel legal or policy issues about the minimum safety parameters for operating recreational remote control model and toy aircraft in the NAS. The intended effect of this action is to develop requirements and standards to ensure that risks are adequately mitigated, such that safety is maintained for the entire aviation community.
Effects:
 Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action:None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 07/28/2009
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 01/24/2011  09/02/2011  08/29/2011 
To OMB 02/03/2011  01/30/2012   
OMB Clearance 03/07/2011  04/30/2012   
Publication Date 03/10/2011  05/10/2012   
End of Comment Period 07/14/2011  08/10/2012   
Explanation for any delay:Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None




Federal Aviation Administration
9.  Repair Stations Red
Popular Title:Repair Stations
RIN 2120-AJ61
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would update and revise the regulations for repair stations. The action is necessary because many portions of the current regulations do not reflect current repair station business practices, aircraft maintenance practices, or advances in aircraft technology.
Effects:
 Regulatory Flexibility Act
Federalism
Prompting action:None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/26/2008
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 07/09/2010  07/08/2011  07/13/2011 
To OMB 08/09/2010  02/27/2012   
OMB Clearance 11/08/2010  05/29/2012   
Publication Date 11/29/2010  06/19/2012   
End of Comment Period 02/22/2011  09/19/2012   
Explanation for any delay:Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None




Federal Aviation Administration
10.  Pilot Certification and Qualification Requirements (formerly First Officer Qualification Requirements) (HR 5900) Red
Popular Title:Pilot Certification and Qualification Requirements
RIN 2120-AJ67
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:ANPRM: Publication Date 02/08/2010; End of Comment Period 04/09/2010
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the eligibility and qualification requirements for pilots engaged in part 121 air carrier operations. Additionally, it would modify the requirements for an airline transport pilot certificate. These actions are necessary because recent airline accidents and incidents have brought considerable attention to the experience level and training of air carrier flight crews.
Effects:
 None
Prompting action:Statute
Legal Deadline:  NPRM : 01/28/2011
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/20/2009
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 12/08/2010  01/26/2011  01/26/2011 
To OMB 12/21/2010  05/20/2011  06/23/2011 
OMB Clearance 01/21/2011  01/20/2012   
Publication Date 01/28/2011  02/02/2012   
End of Comment Period 04/28/2011  04/02/2012   
Explanation for any delay:Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None




Federal Aviation Administration
11.  Prohibition Against Certain Flights Within the Territory and Airspace of Afghanistan Red
Popular Title:Afghanistan SFAR
RIN 2120-AJ69
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 05/26/2010;End of Comment Period 06/10/2010.
Abstract: This rulemaking would prohibit flight operations below flight level (FL) 160 within the territory and airspace of Afghanistan by all: U.S. air carriers; U.S. commercial operators; persons exercising the privileges of a U.S. airman certificate, except if the flight is on behalf of a foreign air carrier; and operators of U.S.-registered aircraft, except when such operators are foreign air carriers. The FAA finds this action necessary to prevent a potential hazard to persons and aircraft in engaged in such flight operations.
Effects:
 None
Prompting action:Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/08/2010
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 09/07/2010  03/25/2011  03/21/2011 
To OMB 09/14/2010  04/26/2011  05/17/2011 
OMB Clearance 09/21/2010  01/30/2012   
Publication Date 09/30/2010  02/10/2012   
Explanation for any delay:Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None




Federal Aviation Administration
12.  Requirement for Wildlife Assessments at Certificated Airports Red
Popular Title:Wildlife Hazard Assessment (WHA)
RIN 2120-AJ71
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would require a Wildlife Hazard Assessment (scientific evaluation of wildlife populations and their attractants) for certificated airports. This rulemaking would also require periodic completion of a wildlife hazard assessment, or continuous wildlife monitoring as an alternative to the assessment, and clarify requirements for those conducting an assessment. This rulemaking is intended to decrease direct hazards (animals striking aircraft) and indirect hazards (animal burrowing and nesting in or near aircraft or aircraft operations areas).
Effects:
 None
Prompting action:Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 03/02/2010
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 02/15/2011  05/16/2011  05/11/2011 
Returned to Mode     06/01/2011 
Resubmitted to OST   01/17/2012   
To OMB 03/17/2011  01/17/2012   
OMB Clearance 06/14/2011  05/04/2012   
Publication Date 06/24/2011  05/04/2012   
End of Comment Period 09/22/2011  08/06/2012   
Explanation for any delay:Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None




Federal Aviation Administration
13.  Regulation Of Flight Operations Conducted By Alaska Guide Pilots Green
Popular Title:Alaska Guide Pilots
RIN 2120-AJ78
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would establish general operating and flight rules applicable to the flight operations conducted by Alaska guide pilots. The rulemaking would implement the Wendell H. Ford Aviation Investment and Reform Act for the 21st Century.
Effects:
 Regulatory Flexibility Act
Information Collection
Prompting action:Statute
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 05/04/2010
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 12/14/2011  02/06/2013   
To OMB 01/13/2012  03/06/2013   
OMB Clearance 04/13/2012  06/06/2013   
Publication Date 04/24/2012  06/18/2013   
End of Comment Period 07/24/2012  09/18/2013   
Explanation for any delay:N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None




Federal Aviation Administration
14.  Air Carrier Maintenance Training Program Red
Popular Title:Air Carrier Maintenance Training
RIN 2120-AJ79
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would require FAA approval of maintenance training programs of air carriers that operate aircraft type certificated for a passenger seating configuration of 10 seats or more (excluding any pilot seat). The intent of this rulemaking is to reduce the number of accidents and incidents caused by human error, improper maintenance, inspection, or repair practices.
Effects:
 Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action:Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 09/26/2012
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/28/2008
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 01/25/2011  07/12/2011  06/03/2011 
Returned to Mode   06/14/2011  06/23/2011 
Resubmitted to OST   08/08/2011  08/29/2011 
To OMB 02/24/2011  02/13/2012   
OMB Clearance 05/24/2011  05/14/2012   
Publication Date 06/01/2011  06/04/2012   
End of Comment Period 08/30/2011  09/04/2012   
Explanation for any delay:Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None




Federal Aviation Administration
15.  Safety Management Systems for Part 121 Certificate Holders Green
Popular Title:SMS for Part 121
RIN 2120-AJ86
Stage: Final Rule
Previous Stage:NPRM: Publication Date 11/05/2010; End of Comment Period 02/03/2011; Extended Comment Period 01/31/2011; End of Extended Comment Period 03/07/2011.
Abstract: This rulemaking would require each certificate holder operating under 14 CFR part 121 to develop and implement a safety management system (SMS) to improve the safety of its aviation related activities. A safety management system is a comprehensive, process-oriented approach to managing safety throughout an organization. An SMS includes an organization-wide safety policy; formal methods for identifying hazards, controlling, and continually assessing risk and safety performance; and promotion of a safety culture. SMS stresses not only compliance with technical standards but increased emphasis on the overall safety performance of the organization.
Effects:
 Regulatory Flexibility Act
Prompting action:Statute
Legal Deadline:  Final Rule : 07/30/2012
NPRM : 10/29/2010
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/01/2010
Dates for Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 03/16/2012     
To OMB 04/16/2012     
OMB Clearance 07/16/2012     
Publication Date 07/27/2012     
Explanation for any delay:N/A
Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None




Federal Aviation Administration
16.  Flight Crewmember Mentoring, Leadership and Professional Development (HR 5900) Red
Popular Title:Flight Crewmember Mentoring
RIN 2120-AJ87
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the regulations for air carrier training programs under part 121. The action is necessary to ensure that air carriers establish or modify training programs that address mentoring, leadership, and professional development of flight crewmembers in part 121 operations. The amendments are intended to contribute significantly to airline safety by reducing aviation accidents.
Effects:
 None
Prompting action:Statute
Legal Deadline:  NPRM : 07/29/2011
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/01/2010
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 03/29/2011    03/29/2011 
To OMB 04/29/2011  05/16/2011  05/17/2011 
OMB Clearance 07/29/2011  01/17/2012   
Publication Date 07/29/2011  01/26/2012   
End of Comment Period 10/26/2011  04/26/2012   
Explanation for any delay:Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None




Federal Aviation Administration
17.  New York Congestion Management Rule for LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, and Newark Liberty International Airport Red
Popular Title:NY Congestion Management
RIN 2120-AJ89
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would replace the current temporary orders limiting scheduled operations at LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, and Newark Liberty International Airport with a more permanent rule to address the issues of congestion and delay at the New York area´s three major commercial airports, while also promoting fair access and competition. The rulemaking would help ensure that congestion and delays are managed by limiting scheduled and unscheduled operations. The rulemaking would also establish a secondary market for U.S. and foreign air carriers to buy, sell, trade, and lease slots amongst each other at each of the three airports. This would allow carriers serving or seeking to serve the New York area airports to exchange slots as their business models and strategic goals require.
Effects:
 None
Prompting action:None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/21/2010
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 03/25/2011  06/22/2011  06/22/2011 
To OMB 04/25/2011  01/23/2012   
OMB Clearance 07/25/2011  04/23/2012   
Publication Date 07/29/2011  05/03/2012   
End of Comment Period 10/27/2011  08/03/2012   
Explanation for any delay:Additional coordination necessary
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None




Federal Aviation Administration
18.  Lavatory Oxygen Systems Green
Popular Title:Lavatory Oxygen Systems
RIN 2120-AJ92
Stage: Interim Final Rule
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would temporarily authorize variances from existing standards related to the provisioning of supplemental oxygen inside lavatories. This action is necessitated by other mandatory actions that temporarily render such oxygen systems inoperative.
Effects:
 None
Prompting action:Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/14/2011
Dates for Interim Final Rule:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 03/03/2011    03/03/2011 
Publication Date 03/08/2011    03/08/2011 
End of Comment Period 05/09/2011    05/09/2011 
Explanation for any delay:N/A
Federal Register Citation for Interim Final Rule: 76 FR 12550




Federal Aviation Administration
19.  Part 121 Exiting Icing Red
Popular Title:Part 121 Exiting Icing
RIN 2120-AJ95
Stage: NPRM
Previous Stage:None
Abstract: This rulemaking would establish the standards for when flightcrews need to take action to exit icing conditions. If adopted, this rulemaking would apply to aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight of less than 60,000 pounds. This rulemaking is based on recommendations from an Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee working group after reviewing certain accidents and incidents. The intended affect of this action is to avoid similar accidents and incidents in the future. This rulemaking replaces RIN 2120-AJ74, for which an NPRM had originally been scheduled for 11/02/2011. This rulemaking has expanded the scope of RIN 2120-AJ74 to include requirements for design approval holders.
Effects:
 None
Prompting action:None
Legal Deadline: None
Rulemaking Project Initiated: 12/22/2009
Dates for NPRM:
MilestoneOriginally
Scheduled
Date
New
Projected
Date
Actual
Date
To OST 07/13/2012     
To OMB 08/17/2012     
OMB Clearance 11/19/2012     
Publication Date 12/03/2012     
End of Comment Period 03/04/2013     
Explanation for any delay:N/A
Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None