FAA issues new guidance over aircraft noise standards and aircraft certification.
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION ISSUES ADVISORY CIRCULAR ON NOISE STANDARDS.
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There are new recommendations for the use of radio frequency identification systems (RFIDS) onboard aircraft.
FAA ISSUES AC ON OPERATIONAL USE OF RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION DEVICES ONBOARD AIRCRAFT
Passengers using portable electronic devices (PEDs) onboard aircraft are subject to airline rules.
NEW FAA AC ON USE OF PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES ABOARD AIRCRAFT
NEW FAA AC ON USE OF PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES ABOARD AIRCRAFT
Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs) get new guidance issued by FAA.
FAA ISSUES AC ON AUTHORIZATION FOR USE OF ELECTRONIC FLIGHT BAGS
On October 27, 2017, the FAA issued AC 120-76D on authorization for Use of Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs).
Stage 5 noise rules from the FAA require quieter designs for jets.
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION ISSUES FINAL RULE ON STAGE 5 AIRPLANE NOISE STANDARDS
The FAA issued a Final Rule on Stage 5 Airplane Noise Standards on October 4, 2017. This final rule became effective on November 3, 2017.
FAA has new guidance for airports to accommodate passengers with disabilities and service animals.
FAA ADVISORY CIRCULAR OUTLINES AIRPORT ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
On December 6, 2017, the FAA revised Advisory Circular (AC) 150/5360-14A - Access to Airports by Individuals with Disabilities to ensure airport operators of civil use airports comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and regulations pertaining to individuals with disabilities.
New FAA AC Explains Large Aircraft Registration and Operation Options
FAA ISSUES AC ON CONSIDERATIONS FOR U.S.-BASED LEASING COMPANIES OPERATING LARGE TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES.
The FAA issued AC 120-116 on operations and airworthiness considerations for U.S.-based leasing companies on October 27, 2017.
FAA Issues New Helicopter Certification Rules
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION ISSUES NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULEMAKING ON HELICOPTER CERTIFICATION
On November 1, 2017, the FAA issued a NPRM on Normal and Transport Category Rotorcraft Certification.The FAA requests that all commentary be received by January 30, 2018.
AIR AMBULANCE: DATA COLLECTION AND TRANSPARENCY NEEDED TO ENHANCE DOT OVERSIGHT
AIR AMBULANCE: DATA COLLECTION AND TRANSPARENCY NEEDED TO ENHANCE DOT OVERSIGHT
On July 27, 2017, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released its findings for a study conducted on air ambulance pricing.
Background. The GAO conducted this study to assess the potential financial impacts of air ambulances on patients who use such services.
AVIATION SECURITY: TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION (TSA) HAS MADE PROGRESS IMPLEMENTING REQUIREMENTS IN THE AVIATION SECURITY ACT (ASA) OF 2016
AVIATION SECURITY: TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTATION (TSA) HAS MADE PROGRESS IMPLEMENTING REQUIREMENTS IN THE AVIATION SECURITY ACT (ASA) OF 2016
On September 07, 2017, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released findings of its study conducted concerning the TSA’s implementation of certain requirements in the Aviation Security Act of 2016.