| Federal Aviation Administration |
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| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 1. |
| Retrofit of Improved Seats in Air Carrier Transport Category Airplanes |
Red |
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| Popular Title: Retrofit of Improved Seats |
| RIN 2120-AC84 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 05/17/1988; End of Comment Period 10/14/1988; Reopening of Comment Period 10/30/1998; End of Reopened Comment Period 01/09/1999. SNPRM: Publication Date 10/04/2002; End of Comment Period 12/03/2002; Extension of Comment Period 12/03/2002; End of Extended Comment Period 03/03/2003. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking implements a congressional mandate of the Airport and Airway Safety Act of 1987 that the Department initiate a rulemaking by April 28, 1988, to consider requiring all air carrier aircraft to replace existing seats with new designs that would be more crashworthy. |
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Regulatory Flexibility Act
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| Prompting action: Statute |
| Legal Deadline: |
NPRM : 04/28/1988
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 12/30/1987 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
06/25/2004 |
11/03/2004 |
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| To OMB |
07/26/2004 |
12/01/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
10/26/2004 |
03/01/2005 |
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| Publication Date |
11/09/2004 |
03/15/2005 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
Additional coordination necessary
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 2. |
| Drug Enforcement Assistance |
Black |
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| Popular Title: Drug Enf Assistance |
| RIN 2120-AD16 |
| Stage: Undetermined |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 03/12/1990; End of Comment Period 05/11/1990. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking revises certain requirements covering registration of aircraft, certification of pilots, and penalties associated with registration and certification violations. This rulemaking also responds to the Federal Aviation Administration Drug Enforcement Act of 1988 (the revised requirements will assist law enforcement agencies' efforts to stop drug trafficking in general aviation aircraft). |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: Statute |
| Legal Deadline: |
Final Rule : 09/18/1989
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 11/18/1988 |
Dates for Undetermined:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
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| To OMB |
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| OMB Clearance |
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| Publication Date |
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| End of Comment Period |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 3. |
| Aging Aircraft Safety |
Green |
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| Popular Title: Aging Aircraft |
| RIN 2120-AE42 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 10/05/1993; End of Comment Period 02/02/1994; Reopening Comment Period 02/08/1994; End of Reopened Comment Period 3/04/1994. NPRM/2: Publication Date 4/02/1999; End of Comment Period 8/02/1999; Reopening of Comment Period 8/18/1999; End of Reopened Comment Period 10/08/1999. Interim Final Rule: Publication Date 12/06/2002; End of Comment Period 02/04/2003. Publication Date for Extension of Comment Period 02/04/2003; End of Extension of Comment Period 05/05/2003. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would require airplanes operated under Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 121, U.S.-registered multiengine airplanes operated under 14 CFR part 129, and multiengine airplanes used in scheduled operations under 14 CFR part 135 to undergo inspections and records reviews by the Administrator or a designated representative after their 14th year in service and at specified intervals thereafter. These inspections and records reviews will ensure that the maintenance of these airplanes' age-sensitive parts and components has been adequate and timely. This rulemaking would also prohibit operation of these airplanes after specified deadlines unless damage-tolerance-based inspections and procedures are included in their maintenance or inspection programs. Operators of airplanes initially certificated with nine or fewer passenger seats, however, may incorporate service-history-based inspections instead of damage-tolerance-based inspections and procedures in those airplanes' maintenance or inspection programs. This rulemaking does not apply to airplanes operated between any point within the State of Alaska and any other point within the State of Alaska. This rulemaking represents a critical step toward compliance with the Aging Aircraft Safety Act of 1991 and helps to ensure the continuing airworthiness of aging airplanes operating in scheduled service.
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Effects:
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| Prompting action: Statute |
| Legal Deadline: |
Initiate rulemaking by : 04/24/1992
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/28/1991 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
02/11/2005 |
08/06/2004 |
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| To OMB |
03/11/2005 |
09/03/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
06/10/2005 |
12/03/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
06/24/2005 |
12/17/2004 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 4. |
| Corrosion Prevention and Control Program |
Green |
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| Popular Title: Corrosion Control |
| RIN 2120-AE92 |
| Stage: Withdrawal |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 10/03/2002; End of Comment Period 04/01/2003. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would require that the maintenance or inspection programs for all airplanes operated under part 121 of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, all U.S. -registered multiengine airplanes operated in common carriage by foreign air carriers or foreign persons under 14 CFR part 129, and all multiengine airplanes used in scheduled operations under 14 CFR part 135 include FAA-approved corrosion prevention and control programs. Such programs are needed because existing maintenance and inspection programs may not provide comprehensive, systematic measures to prevent and control corrosion. The rulemaking would form a part of the FAA's response to the Aging Aircraft Safety Act of 1991. These actions are intended to control the detrimental effects of corrosion and the resulting airplane structural material loss. The FAA believes that the safety objectives of this rule can be accomplished by other means, including other rulemakings. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: Statute |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/28/1991 |
Dates for Withdrawal:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
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06/02/2004 |
05/26/2004 |
| Publication Approved |
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09/27/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
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10/01/2004 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Withdrawal: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 5. |
| Revision of Emergency Evacuation Demonstration Procedures to Improve Participant Safety |
Red |
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| Popular Title: Emergency Evacuation |
| RIN 2120-AF21 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 07/18/1995; Correction 08/25/1995; End of Comment Period 10/16/1995. |
| Abstract: This final rule would improve participant safety during full-scale emergency evacuation demonstrations of transport category airplanes by permitting certain alternative procedures that would allow a person conducting the demonstrations to react more readily should a mishap occur. This rule would not impose any additional cost. The purpose of the rule is to make full-scale emergency evacuation demonstrations safer for participants, to codify existing practices, and to ensure that each operator demonstrates the effectiveness of crewmember training by conducting at least a partial evacuation demonstration. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 05/08/1995 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
12/01/2002 |
05/28/2004 |
05/06/2004 |
| Returned to Mode |
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06/15/2004 |
| Resubmitted to OST/2 |
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06/25/2004 |
06/16/2004 |
| To OMB |
01/02/2003 |
06/25/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
04/02/2003 |
09/24/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
04/09/2003 |
10/01/2004 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 6. |
| Flight Crewmember Duty Limitations and Rest Requirements |
Red |
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| Popular Title: Flight Crewmember Duty Time |
| RIN 2120-AF63 |
| Stage: Undetermined |
| 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 amend the pilot rest and duty requirements for pilots by ensuring they receive adequate rest opportunities while assigned to reserve status and by preventing lengthy duty periods that could contribute to acute and cumulative fatigue. The rulemaking would propose a definition of "rest period." FAA previously planned to publish an SNPRM by 3/31/02. |
Effects:
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Regulatory Flexibility Act
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 11/28/1995 |
Dates for Undetermined:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
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| To OMB |
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| OMB Clearance |
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| Publication Date |
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| End of Comment Period |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
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| Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 7. |
| False and Misleading Statements Regarding Aircraft Parts |
Green |
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| Popular Title: False Statements Plane Parts |
| RIN 2120-AG08 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 05/05/2003; End of Comment Period 08/04/2003. |
| Abstract: This action proposes additional rules that would prohibit certain false or misleading statements regarding civil aircraft, airframes, aircraft engines, propellers, appliances, component parts, and materials, including standard parts that are used, or may be used, on civil aircraft. The proposal would also permit increased inspection by the FAA of records regarding the quality of aircraft parts. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/22/1994 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
07/27/2004 |
07/07/2004 |
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| To OMB |
08/24/2004 |
08/01/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
11/24/2004 |
11/01/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
12/10/2004 |
11/18/2004 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 8. |
| Noise Limitations for Aircraft Operations in the Vicinity of Grand Canyon National Park |
Green |
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| Popular Title: GCNP Phaseout rule |
| RIN 2120-AG34 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 12/31/1996; End of Comment Period 03/31/1997. SNPRM: Publication Date 03/24/2003; End of Comment Period 06/23/2003. |
| Abstract: This action is one part of an overall strategy to reduce further the impact of aircraft noise on the environment of Grand Canyon National Park (GCNP) and to help the National Park Service achieve its statutory mandate imposed by Public Law 100-91 to provide for the substantial restoration of natural quiet and experience at GCNP. This rulemaking would establish a reasonably achievable standard for quiet technology to comply with the congressional mandate imposed by section 804 of the Wendell H. Ford Aviation Investment and Reform Act for the 21st Century (Public Law 106-181). |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: Statute |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 12/31/1996 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
06/30/2004 |
09/02/2004 |
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| To OMB |
09/29/2004 |
09/30/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
12/28/2004 |
12/30/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
01/06/2005 |
01/23/2005 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 9. |
| Licensing and Safety Requirements for Launch |
Red |
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| Popular Title: Licensing Space Launches |
| RIN 2120-AG37 |
| Stage: SNPRM/2 |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 10/25/2000; End of Comment Period 2/22/2001. SNPRM: Publication Date 07/30/2002; End of Comment Period 10/28/2002. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the commercial space transportation regulations governing licensing and safety requirements for launch from Federal and non-Federal launch sites. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/17/1999 |
Dates for SNPRM/2:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
05/21/2003 |
07/02/2004 |
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| To OMB |
06/20/2003 |
09/02/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
09/19/2003 |
12/02/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
09/26/2003 |
12/30/2004 |
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| End of Comment Period |
12/26/2003 |
02/28/2005 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
Additional coordination necessary
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| Federal Register Citation for SNPRM/2: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 10. |
| Child Restraint Systems |
Black |
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| Popular Title: Child Restraint Systems |
| RIN 2120-AG43 |
| Stage: Undetermined |
| Previous Stage: ANPRM: Publication Date 02/18/1998; End of Comment Period 6/18/1998. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would consider the use of child restraint systems in aircraft during all phases of flight (i.e., taxi, takeoff, landing, or any other time the seat belt sign is illuminated). Specifically, the agency would consider information about existing child restraint systems, the development of new and improved child restraint systems, and the ease with which existing or new child restraint systems can be used. The Department is currently considering and coordinating options for appropriate action. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/29/1997 |
Dates for Undetermined:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
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| To OMB |
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| OMB Clearance |
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| Publication Date |
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| End of Comment Period |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 11. |
| Revision of Air Carrier Crewmember & Training Regulations |
Green |
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| Popular Title: Subparts N & O Air Carrier Training |
| RIN 2120-AG57 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This action would revise title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations part 121 subparts N, O, and P. It would address Advanced Qualification Programs and additional training programs. The rulemaking is needed to enhance traditional training programs by including additional requirements in areas that are critical to safety. The rulemaking is intended to contribute significantly to reducing aviation accidents. The rulemaking also would reorganize and rewrite training and qualification requirements to make them easier to use.
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Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/10/1998 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
05/07/2005 |
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| To OMB |
06/04/2005 |
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| OMB Clearance |
09/03/2005 |
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| Publication Date |
11/21/2005 |
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| End of Comment Period |
01/20/2006 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 12. |
| Training in the Recognition of Hazardous Material |
Red |
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| Popular Title: Hazmat Training Requirements |
| RIN 2120-AG75 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 05/08/2003; End of Comment Period 07/07/2003; Extension of Comment Period 07/07/2003; End of Extended Comment Period 09/05/2003. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the FAA's hazardous materials (hazmat) training requirements for air carriers and commercial operators certificated to operate under part 121 or part 135. In addition, the rulemaking would propose that repair stations certificated under part 145 document for the FAA that persons handling hazmat for transportation have been trained as required by the Department of Transportation's Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMRs). The FAA is updating its regulations because hazmat transport and the aviation industry have changed significantly since the FAA promulgated its current hazmat training standards to ensure uniform compliance with training requirements. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/18/1999 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
12/15/1999 |
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02/08/2002 |
| Resubmitted to OST |
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06/20/2002 |
| Returned to Mode |
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11/08/2002 |
| Resubmitted to OST/2 |
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11/18/2002 |
| Returned to Mode/2 |
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12/09/2002 |
| Resubmitted to OST/3 |
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12/20/2002 |
| To OMB |
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11/20/2002 |
01/28/2003 |
| OMB Clearance |
01/20/2000 |
04/28/2003 |
04/28/2003 |
| Publication Date |
01/20/2000 |
05/01/2003 |
05/08/2003 |
| End of Comment Period |
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08/01/2003 |
07/07/2003 |
| Extension of Comment Period |
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07/07/2003 |
| End of Extended Comment Period |
|
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09/05/2003 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: 68 FR 24809 |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 13. |
| Revisions to Digital Flight Data Recorder Regulations for B-737 Airplanes and for Part 125 Operators |
Red |
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| Popular Title: Digital Flight Data Recorder/B-737 |
| RIN 2120-AG87 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 11/18/1999; End of Comment Period 12/20/1999. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the digital flight data recorder (DFDR) regulations for transport category airplanes to add a requirement for all Boeing 737 (B-737) series airplanes to record additional flight data parameters. It is based on safety recommendations issued by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) following the investigations of two accidents and other incidents involving B-737 aircraft. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/15/1999 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
05/29/2000 |
11/03/2000 |
10/25/2000 |
| To OMB |
06/28/2000 |
12/04/2000 |
12/26/2000 |
| Returned by OMB |
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09/18/2001 |
| Resubmitted to OST/2 |
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04/30/2004 |
05/04/2004 |
| Resubmitted to OMB/2 |
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06/15/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
07/28/2000 |
09/16/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
08/11/2000 |
09/23/2004 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 14. |
| Flight Simulation Device Qualification |
Yellow |
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| Popular Title: Simulator Qualification (Part 60) |
| RIN 2120-AH07 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 09/25/2002; End of Comment Period 12/24/2002; Extension of Comment Period 11/15/2002; End of Extended Comment Period 02/24/2003. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the FAA regulations to establish flight simulation device qualification requirements for all certificate holders in a new part. The basis of these requirements currently exists in various parts of FAA's regulations and advisory circulars. The changes would consolidate and update flight simulation device requirements. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 04/01/1998 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
08/23/2004 |
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| To OMB |
09/23/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
12/23/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
12/30/2004 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 15. |
| Certification of Aircraft and Airmen for the Operation of Light-Sport Aircraft |
Red |
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| Popular Title: Light-Sport Aircraft Certification |
| RIN 2120-AH19 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 02/05/2002; End of Comment Period 05/06/2002. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would establish requirements for the certification, operation, and maintenance of light-sport aircraft, including powered parachutes and weight-shift-control aircraft. For the operation of light-sport aircraft, the rulemaking would establish a sport pilot certificate and a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot rating. It would also establish requirements for student pilots and private pilots to operate these aircraft, and to revise the recreational pilot certificate to align it with privileges proposed for the new sport pilot certificate. It would also establish a new repairman certificate with ratings for individuals who would inspect and maintain light-sport aircraft. In addition, it would create a new category of special airworthiness certificate for light-sport aircraft that meet a consensus standard. This action is necessary to address advances in sport and recreational aviation technology, gaps in the existing regulations, and several petitions for rulemaking. The intended effect of this action is to provide a safe and economical means to certificate light-sport aircraft and the pilots who fly them. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/21/2001 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
02/28/2003 |
07/31/2003 |
07/31/2003 |
| Resubmitted to OST |
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08/05/2003 |
| To OMB |
03/28/2003 |
12/24/2003 |
12/24/2003 |
| Withdrawn from OMB |
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03/23/2004 |
| Resubmitted to OST/2 |
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05/07/2004 |
| Resubmitted to OMB/2 |
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06/03/2004 |
| OMB Clearance |
07/01/2003 |
08/27/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
07/08/2003 |
09/03/2004 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 16. |
| Transponder Continuous Operation |
Red |
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| Popular Title: Transponder Continuous Operation |
| RIN 2120-AH67 |
| Stage: Withdrawal |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 1/14/2003; End of Comment Period 3/17/2003; Extension of Comment Period 3/18/2003; End of Extended Comment Period 4/18/2003. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the instrument and equipment requirements for airplanes operated in domestic, flag, and supplemental operations. Specifically, the rulemaking would require affected airplanes to have the capability to help assure immediate activation of the designated air traffic control (ATC) hijack alert code, and continuous transmission of that code to ATC during a hijack situation. This action would respond to the heightened threat to U.S. civil aviation. The FAA believed that this capability would help provide ATC personnel with more time to initiate a national security response to a potential airplane hijack situation. However, following a review of the comments, the FAA is considering withdrawing the NPRM because of uncertainty about whether it is justified. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 10/01/2001 |
Dates for Withdrawal:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
08/08/2003 |
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10/10/2003 |
| Returned to Mode |
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10/18/2003 |
| Returned To OST |
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02/01/2004 |
| Returned to Mode/2 |
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02/17/2004 |
| Resubmitted to OST/3 |
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02/19/2004 |
| Returned to Mode/3 |
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04/08/2004 |
| Publication Approved |
09/03/2003 |
11/24/2003 |
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| Publication Date |
10/14/2003 |
12/01/2003 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
Additional coordination necessary
Unanticipated issues requiring further analysis
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| Federal Register Citation for Withdrawal: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 17. |
| Security Considerations for the Flightdeck on Foreign Operated Transport Category Airplanes |
Black |
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| Popular Title: Flightdeck Security (Part 129) |
| RIN 2120-AH70 |
| Stage: Undetermined |
| Previous Stage: Final Rule: Publication Date 06/21/2002. Final Rule/2: Publication Date 12/30/2002; End of Comment Period 02/28/2003. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend earlier rules requiring improved flightdeck security and operational and procedures changes to prevent unauthorized access to the flightdeck on passenger-carrying aircraft operated by foreign carriers under the provisions of part 129. This final rule is intended to ensure that the same flightdeck security enhancements apply to foreign air carriers as apply to U.S. air carriers. Because this rule was issued without prior notice and comment to address imminent security concerns, it contained a request for public comments. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/15/2002 |
Dates for Undetermined:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
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| To OMB |
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| OMB Clearance |
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| Publication Date |
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| End of Comment Period |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 18. |
| Picture Identification Requirements |
Green |
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| Popular Title: Picture ID Requirements |
| RIN 2120-AH76 |
| Stage: Disposition of Comments |
| Previous Stage: Final Rule with Request for Comments: Publication Date 10/28/2002; End of Comment Period 11/27/2002. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would revise the pilot certificate requirements to require a person to carry a photo identification acceptable to the Administrator when exercising the privileges of a pilot certificate. Additionally, it would require a pilot certificate holder to present a photo identification when requested by the Administrator, an authorized representative of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), or a law enforcement officer. These measures are intended to address security concerns regarding the identification of pilots.
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Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 04/24/2002 |
Dates for Disposition of Comments:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
08/30/2004 |
07/02/2004 |
06/30/2004 |
| Publication Approved |
11/19/2004 |
07/30/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
11/26/2004 |
08/06/2004 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Disposition of Comments: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 19. |
| Ineligibility for an Airman Certificate Based on Security Grounds |
Black |
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| Popular Title: Cert. Revocation for Security |
| RIN 2120-AH84 |
| Stage: Undetermined |
| Previous Stage: Final Rule with Request for Comments: Publication Date 01/24/2003; End of Comment Period 03/25/2003. |
| Abstract: This rule would expressly provide the authority to revoke a pilot certificate or deny an application for a pilot certificate based on a written determination by the Under Secretary of Transportation for Security that an individual poses a security risk related to aviation. This rule would address the security concerns of who should hold a pilot certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration and is necessary to enhance security in air transportation. This rulemaking complements the TSA Revocation Rulemakings (2110-AA14 and 2110-AA17).
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Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 09/11/2001 |
Dates for Undetermined:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
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| To OMB |
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| OMB Clearance |
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| Publication Date |
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| End of Comment Period |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 20. |
| Revisions to Cockpit Voice Recorder and Digital Flight Data Recorder Regulations |
Red |
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| Popular Title: Cockpit Voice Recorder |
| RIN 2120-AH88 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the cockpit voice recorder (CVR) and digital flight data recorder (DFDR) regulations for certain air carriers, operators, and aircraft manufacturers. It would increase the duration of CVR and flight data recorder (FDR) recordings; increase the data recording rate of certain DFDR parameters; require physical separation of the DFDR and CVR; improve the reliability of the power supply to both the CVR and DFDR; and, if data-link communication equipment is installed, require that all data-link communications received by an aircraft be recorded. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/30/1999 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
12/03/1999 |
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08/28/2002 |
| Returned to Mode |
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09/05/2002 |
| Resubmitted to OST |
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10/05/2002 |
| Returned to Mode/2 |
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02/07/2003 |
| Resubmitted to OST/2 |
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02/27/2004 |
| Returned to Mode/3 |
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03/12/2004 |
| Resubmitted to OST/3 |
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03/17/2004 |
| Returned to Mode/4 |
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03/18/2004 |
| Resubmitted to OST/4 |
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03/19/2004 |
| Returned to Mode/5 |
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03/19/2004 |
| Resubmitted to OST/5 |
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06/10/2004 |
| To OMB |
11/04/2002 |
07/12/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
02/04/2003 |
10/12/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
02/09/2003 |
10/19/2004 |
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| End of Comment Period |
04/09/2003 |
12/20/2004 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
Additional coordination necessary
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 21. |
| Flight Deck Security on Large Cargo Airplanes |
Black |
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| Popular Title: Large Cargo Airplanes |
| RIN 2120-AH96 |
| Stage: Undetermined |
| Previous Stage: Final Rule with Request for Comments: Publication Date 07/18/2003; End of Comment Period 09/16/2003. |
| Abstract: This action would provide an optional means of compliance to operators of all cargo airplanes that are required to have a reinforced security flightdeck door by April 9, 2003. This rule would allow those operators to either install reinforced doors or adopt enhanced procedures approved by the Transportation Security Administration. FAA is continuing review of comments. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: Secretarial/Head of Operating Administration Decision |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 11/10/2002 |
Dates for Undetermined:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
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| To OMB |
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| OMB Clearance |
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| Publication Date |
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| End of Comment Period |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 22. |
| Stage 4 Aircraft Noise Standards |
Green |
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| Popular Title: Stage 4 |
| RIN 2120-AH99 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 12/01/2003; End of Comment Period 03/01/2004. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would establish a new noise standard for subsonic jet airplanes and subsonic transport category large airplanes. This noise standard would ensure that the latest available noise reduction technology is incorporated into new aircraft designs. This noise standard, Stage 4, would apply to any person submitting an application for a new airplane type design on and after January 1, 2006. The standard could be chosen voluntarily prior to that date. This noise standard is intended to provide uniform noise certification standards for Stage 4 airplanes certificated in the United States and those airplanes that meet the new International Civil Aviation Organization Annex 16 Chapter 4 noise standard. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: International Agreement |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 01/28/2002 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
09/27/2004 |
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| To OMB |
10/27/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
01/27/2005 |
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| Publication Date |
03/18/2005 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 23. |
| Extended Operations (ETOPS) of Multi-engine Airplanes |
Black |
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| Popular Title: ETOPS |
| RIN 2120-AI03 |
| Stage: Undetermined |
| Previous Stage: NPRM: Publication Date 11/17/03; End of Comment Period 1/13/04; Publication Date of Extension of Comment Period 1/6/04; End of Extension of Comment Period 3/15/04. |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would govern the design, maintenance, and operation of airplanes and engines for flights that go certain long distances beyond an adequate airport. This rulemaking would extend some requirements that previously applied only to two-engine airplanes to airplanes with more than two-engines. The rulemaking would implement the existing policy, industry best practices, and recommendations and international standards to ensure that long-range flights will operate safely. Comments are being analyzed before next stage is determined. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/10/2000 |
Dates for Undetermined:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
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| To OMB |
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| OMB Clearance |
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| Publication Date |
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| End of Comment Period |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Undetermined: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 24. |
| Aging Aircraft Program (Widespread Fatigue Damage) |
Green |
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| Popular Title: Aging Aircraft Widespread Fatigue |
| RIN 2120-AI05 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would require incorporation of a program to preclude widespread fatigue damage into the FAA-approved maintenance program of each operator of large transport category airplanes. This action is the result of concern for the continued operational safety of airplanes that are approaching or have exceeded their design service goal. The rulemaking would require a limit of validity in flight cycles or hours of the structural maintenance program, where the operator must incorporate added inspections and/or modification/replacement actions into its maintenance program to allow continued operation. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 06/15/1999 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
11/01/2004 |
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| To OMB |
11/29/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
03/01/2005 |
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| Publication Date |
03/15/2005 |
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| End of Comment Period |
05/13/2005 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 25. |
| Flightdeck Door Monitoring and Crew Discreet Alerting System |
Red |
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| Popular Title: Crew Monitoring |
| RIN 2120-AI16 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would require passenger-carrying transport category airplanes used in domestic, flag, and supplemental operations to have a means to allow the flightcrew to visually monitor the door area outside the flightdeck. This would allow the flightcrew to identify persons requesting entry into the flightdeck, and to detect suspicious behavior or potential threats. In addition, for operations requiring the presence of flight attendants, the rulemaking would require that the flight attendants have a means to discreetly notify the flightcrew of suspicious activity or security breaches in the cabin. The rulemaking would address standards adopted by the International Civil Aviation Organization following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: International Agreement |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/22/2002 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
06/14/2003 |
04/01/2004 |
03/25/2004 |
| Returned to Mode |
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06/15/2004 |
| Resubmitted to OST/2 |
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06/25/2004 |
| To OMB |
08/19/2003 |
07/16/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
10/18/2003 |
10/16/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
10/29/2003 |
10/29/2004 |
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| End of Comment Period |
12/29/2003 |
12/29/2004 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
Additional coordination necessary
Other, higher priorities
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 26. |
| Washington, DC, Metropolitan Area Special Flight Rules Area |
Red |
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| Popular Title: DC Flight Rules |
| RIN 2120-AI17 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would replace certain temporary restrictions that were implemented for national security reasons on operations in the airspace that will codify existing Notices To Airmen and the current Special Federal Aviation Regulation 94 that restrict operations in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area. |
Effects:
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Regulatory Flexibility Act
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 08/18/2003 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
11/27/2003 |
08/02/2004 |
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| To OMB |
02/24/2004 |
09/06/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
05/21/2004 |
12/06/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
06/04/2004 |
12/20/2004 |
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| End of Comment Period |
08/04/2004 |
02/14/2005 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
Additional coordination necessary
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 27. |
| Process for Requesting Waiver of Mandatory Separation Age for Certain FAA Air Traffic Control Specialists |
Red |
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| Popular Title: Air Traffic Controllers |
| RIN 2120-AI18 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking will adopt procedures under which individual air traffic controllers could submit applications for an exemption allowing the controller to delay mandatory retirement (age 55) until the employee reaches no later than 61 years of age. Congress has established the mandatory retirement age, as well as giving the Secretary of Transportation the authority to grant exemptions for controllers with exceptional skills and experience. The Secretary is not obligated to grant any exemptions. The rule is intended to clarify the means by which requests may be submitted and considered. This rule is significant because of substantial public interest.
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Effects:
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| Prompting action: Statute |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 12/12/2003 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
03/12/2004 |
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03/12/2004 |
| Returned to Mode |
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04/28/2004 |
| Publication Approved |
07/16/2004 |
07/20/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
07/20/2004 |
07/27/2004 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
Additional coordination necessary
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 28. |
| Fuel Tank Safety Compliance Extension (Final Rule) and Aging Airplane Program Update (Notice) |
Green |
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| Popular Title: Aging Airplane Notice |
| RIN 2120-AI20 |
| Stage: Final Rule |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This action extends the compliance dates for operators to comply with special maintenance program requirements for transport airplane fuel tank systems. This extension is from December 6, 2004 to December 30, 2007. This action is necessary to allow affected operators enough time, after receipt of fuel tank systems maintenance programs from manufacturers, to incorporate necessary revisions into their maintenance programs. In addition, this action will tell the public about the findings of the FAA's review of our Aging Airplane Program and the resulting rulemaking projects. This rulemaking was upgraded from nonsignificant. |
Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 04/04/2003 |
Dates for Final Rule:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
06/10/2004 |
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06/10/2004 |
| To OMB |
07/12/2004 |
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06/30/2004 |
| OMB Clearance |
10/12/2004 |
09/30/2004 |
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| Publication Date |
10/19/2004 |
10/08/2004 |
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| End of Comment Period |
12/20/2004 |
12/08/2004 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for Final Rule: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 29. |
| Transport Airplane Fuel Tank Flammability Reduction |
Green |
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| Popular Title: Fuel Tank Flammability/Inerting |
| RIN 2120-AI23 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This rulemaking would require that flammability reduction means be incorporated into existing airplanes, newly manufactured airplanes, and new designs. It would also require new design standards for future and pending applications for type certification as well as new operating rules for retrofitting existing airplanes. |
Effects:
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Economically Significant
Major
Unfunded Mandate
Regulatory Flexibility Act
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 02/17/2004 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
09/22/2004 |
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| To OMB |
10/22/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
01/21/2005 |
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| Publication Date |
01/28/2005 |
|
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| End of Comment Period |
03/28/2005 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |
| Federal Aviation Administration |
| 30. |
| Enhanced Airworthiness Program for Airplane Systems (EAPAS) and SFAR 88 |
Green |
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| Popular Title: EAPAS |
| RIN 2120-AI31 |
| Stage: NPRM |
| Previous Stage:None |
| Abstract: This proposal would require holders of type certificates (TC) for transport category airplanes to develop instructions for inspection and maintenance of electrical wiring and would mandate adherence to new electrical wiring selection criteria and proper installation and design to minimize the risk of damage. It would require operating certificate holders to perform a baseline cleaning and inspection of electrical wiring in areas of the airplane most critical to safety and to incorporate the instructions for inspection and maintenance of electrical wiring into their maintenance manuals. In addition, it would create a new subpart to 14 CFR part 25 for electrical wiring. These actions are needed to address potential safety problems related to improper design, installation, and maintenance of electrical wiring. The intent of these requirements is to help ensure the safety of commercial airplanes by improving the way electrical wiring is handled.
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Effects:
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| Prompting action: None |
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| Rulemaking Project Initiated: 05/28/2001 |
Dates for NPRM:
| Milestone | Originally
Scheduled
Date | New
Projected
Date | Actual
Date |
| To OST |
10/27/2004 |
10/27/2004 |
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| To OMB |
11/27/2004 |
11/24/2004 |
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| OMB Clearance |
03/01/2005 |
02/24/2005 |
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| Publication Date |
03/18/2005 |
03/10/2005 |
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| End of Comment Period |
05/18/2005 |
05/10/2005 |
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| Explanation for any delay: |
N/A
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| Federal Register Citation for NPRM: None |