Department of Transportation 2024 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents
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Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
FMCSA announces its decision to renew exemptions for 18 individuals from the requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) that interstate commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers have "no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of epilepsy or any other condition which is likely to cause loss of consciousness or any loss of ability to control a CMV." The exemptions enable these individuals who have had one or more seizures and are taking anti-seizure medication to continue to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.
Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Hearing
FMCSA announces receipt of applications from 11 individuals for an exemption from the hearing requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in interstate commerce. If granted, the exemptions would enable these hard of hearing and deaf individuals to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.
Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
FMCSA announces its decision to renew exemptions for 22 individuals from the requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) that interstate commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers have "no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of epilepsy or any other condition which is likely to cause loss of consciousness or any loss of ability to control a CMV." The exemptions enable these individuals who have had one or more seizures and are taking anti-seizure medication to continue to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.
Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Hearing
FMCSA announces its decision to renew exemptions for 34 individuals from the hearing requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) for interstate commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. The exemptions enable these hard of hearing and deaf individuals to continue to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.
Staffing-Related Relief Concerning Operations at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and Newark Liberty International Airport, October 27, 2024, Through March 29, 2025 (Winter 2024/2025) and March 30, 2025, Through October 25, 2025 (Summer 2025)
This action extends the Staffing-Related Relief Concerning Operations at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and Newark Liberty International Airport, published on September 20, 2023, from October 27, 2024, through March 29, 2025 (Winter 2024/2025) and March 30, 2025, through October 25, 2025 (Summer 2025). The limited waiver remains effective until October 25, 2025, and does not apply to any slots granted by the Department of Transportation pursuant to section 505 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.
Airworthiness Directives; International Aero Engines, AG Engines
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain International Aero Engines, AG (IAE AG) Model V2500 engines. This AD was prompted by an analysis of an event involving an International Aero Engines, LLC (IAE LLC) Model PW1127GA-JM engine, which experienced a high-pressure compressor (HPC) 7th-stage integrally bladed rotor (IBR-7) separation that resulted in an aborted takeoff. This AD requires performing an angled ultrasonic inspection (AUSI) of certain high-pressure turbine (HPT) 1st-stage hubs and HPT 2nd-stage hubs for cracks and replacing if necessary. This AD also requires accelerated replacement of certain HPT 1st-stage hubs and HPT 2nd-stage hubs. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Airworthiness Directives; GA8 Airvan (Pty) Ltd Airplanes
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain GA8 Airvan (Pty) Ltd Model GA8 and GA8-TC320 airplanes. This AD is prompted by reports of insufficient electrical bonding of the solenoid (relay) box assembly that could result in degraded performance, errors, or intermittent failures of equipment connected to electrical Bus 1, Bus 2, associated electrical control, and protective devices fitted within or attached to the solenoid box. This AD requires inspecting for an existing wire connecting the relay box earth point to the ground power socket, and if one is not present, installing a mechanical connection. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records
In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, the Department of Transportation (DOT) proposes to update and reissue a Privacy Act System of Records (hereafter referred to as "Notice") titled, "Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration DOT/FAA 847 Aviation Records on Individuals." This Notice covers records the FAA maintains for airman certification and training, safety inspections performed by the FAA, and actions under the FAA's compliance and enforcement program that are initiated against individuals who violate FAA statutes and regulations.
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority's Request To Amend Its Positive Train Control Safety Plan and Positive Train Control System
This document provides the public with notice that, on May 30, 2024, Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-approved Positive Train Control Safety Plan (PTCSP) in order to update its Positive Train Control (PTC) Onboard Computer (OBC) to Software Version 11.6. As this RFA involves a request for FRA's approval of proposed material modifications to an FRA-certified PTC system, including changes to address known software errors, FRA is publishing this notice and inviting public comment on MBTA's RFA to its PTCSP.
Notice of Meeting of the Transit Advisory Committee for Safety
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces a public meeting of the Transit Advisory Committee for Safety (TRACS).
Public Transportation on Indian Reservations Program; Tribal Transit Program; Response to Comments
This notice summarizes and responds to comments the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) received in response to an August 15, 2023, Federal Register notice, a September 25, 2023, in-person consultation session, and a November 2, 2023, virtual consultation session regarding how the FTA Tribal Transit competitive program and technical assistance should be provided to Tribes.
Agency Information Collection; Activity Under OMB Review; Reporting Required for International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces that the Information Collection Request (ICR) abstracted below has been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for extension of currently approved collections. The ICR describes the nature of the information collection and its expected burden.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of a Renewed Approval of Information Collection: Operation of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Over People
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, FAA invites public comments about our intention to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection. The Federal Register Notice with a 60-day comment period soliciting comments on the following collection of information was published on April 2, 2024. The collection involves persons who submit a means of compliance (MOC) or declaration of compliance (DOC) for FAA acceptance. The collection also involves development of remote pilot operating instructions, labeling, and retaining maintenance records. The information to be collected will be used to comply with the requirements for small unmanned aircraft operations over people.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of a Renewed Approval of Information Collection: General Operating and Flight Rules
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the FAA invites public comments about our intention to request Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection. The reporting and recordkeeping requirements of this collection are related to FAA rules governing the operation of aircraft (other than moored balloons, kites, rockets, unmanned free balloons, and small unmanned aircraft) within the United States. These reporting and recordkeeping requirements are necessary for the FAA to assure compliance with these provisions.
Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; University of Alaska Anchorage
This notice contains a summary of a petition seeking relief from specified requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations. The purpose of this notice is to improve the public's awareness of, and participation in, the FAA's exemption process. Neither publication of this notice nor the inclusion nor omission of information in the summary is intended to affect the legal status of the petition or its final disposition.
Notice of Availability of a Final General Conformity Determination for the California High-Speed Rail System, Palmdale to Burbank Project Section
FRA is issuing this notice to advise the public that it is making a Final General Conformity Determination for the Palmdale to Burbank Project Section of the California High-Speed Rail (HSR) System.
Notice To Renew the Advisory Committee on Transportation Equity (ACTE)
DOT OST announces the charter renewal of ACTE. The Secretary has determined that renewing ACTE charter is necessary and is in the public interest.
Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Airplanes
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model GVII-G500 and GVII-G600 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of a failed rear engine mount discovered during a preflight walk-around due to visible engine misalignment. This AD requires inspecting the left and right engine mount points within the pylons and engine nacelles for non-conforming hardware installation, repairing the engine mount points if necessary, and revising the existing aircraft maintenance manual (AMM) to include revised procedures for engine removal and installation. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Forest River Bus, LLC, Denial of Petition for Decision of Inconsequential Noncompliance
Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River) has determined that certain model year (MY) 2009-2022 Starcraft school buses do not fully comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 222, School Bus Passenger Seating And Crash Protection. Forest River filed a noncompliance report dated December 21, 2022, and subsequently petitioned NHTSA (the "Agency") on January 17, 2023, for a decision that the subject noncompliance is inconsequential as it relates to motor vehicle safety. This document announces the denial of Forest River's petition.
Safety Fitness Determinations; Public Listening Session
FMCSA announces that it will host a listening session pertaining to development of an updated methodology to determine when a motor carrier is not fit to operate commercial motor vehicles in or affecting interstate commerce. Specifically, the Agency would like to hear from members of the public on issues of concern relating to the current Safety Fitness Determination (SFD), including, for example, the three-tiered rating system (Satisfactory, Unsatisfactory, Conditional) versus changing to a proposed single rating only when a carrier is found to be Unfit; utilizing inspection data and FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS); incorporating driver behavior into SFD ratings; and revising the list of safety violations used to calculate the rating, and adjusting the weights allocated to particular violations including increasing the weight for unsafe driving violations. This FMCSA-hosted listening session will be open to all interested persons and will take place concurrently with the Texas Trucking Show in Houston, TX. All comments will be transcribed and placed in the public docket for the regulatory action. Individuals with diverse experiences and perspectives are encouraged to attend. In a separate notice, FMCSA will formally announce and provide separate registration information for two related virtual-only listening sessions on the same topics to be held in June and July, 2024.
Amendment of VOR Federal Airways V-48, V-52, V-216, and V-434, and Revocation of VOR Federal Airway V-206 in the Vicinity of Ottumwa, IA
This action amends Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airways V-48, V-52, V-216, and V-434, and revokes VOR Federal Airway V-206. The FAA is taking this action due to the planned decommissioning of the VOR portion of the Ottumwa, IA (OTM), VOR/ Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) navigational aid (NAVAID). The Ottumwa VOR is being decommissioned in support of the FAA's VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) program.
Amendment of VOR Federal Airway V-220 and Revocation of VOR Federal Airways V-79 and V-380 in the Vicinity of Hastings, NE
This action amends Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V-220 and revokes VOR Federal Airways V-79 and V- 380. The FAA is taking this action due to the planned decommissioning of the VOR portion of the Hastings, NE (HSI), VOR/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) navigational aid (NAVAID). The Hastings VOR is being decommissioned in support of the FAA's VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) program.
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; Fuel System Integrity of Hydrogen Vehicles, Compressed Hydrogen Storage System Integrity, Incorporation by Reference
NHTSA received requests to extend the comment period for the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding fuel system integrity of hydrogen vehicles and compressed hydrogen storage system integrity that NHTSA published on April 17, 2024. The comment period for the NPRM was scheduled to end on June 17, 2024. NHTSA is extending the comment period for the NPRM by 30 days.
Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Airplanes
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 and Avro 146-RJ series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a report of cracking on the radius of the rib 0 forward longeron at frame 26. This proposed AD would require a one-time inspection for defects of the radius, and repair if necessary. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Establishment and Amendment of United States Area Navigation (RNAV) Routes; Eastern United States
This action corrects a final rule published by the FAA in the Federal Register on April 25, 2024, that establishes United States Area Navigation (RNAV) Routes T-480, T-482, and T-488, and amends RNAV Routes Q-140, T-206, T-258, T-287, T-295, and T-398. The final rule identified the DOGWD, VA; LOUIE, MD; and RTBRO, NC, route points as Fixes, in error; and some of the proposed airway changes to RNAV Route T-295 have been postponed.
Amendment of Class C Airspace Description; Manchester Boston Regional Airport, NH
This action amends the Manchester Boston Regional Airport (MHT), NH, Class C airspace area description by making editorial changes to the northern shelf boundary of the Class C airspace from using the Manchester, NH (MHT), Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) to use the Manchester Boston Regional Airport, Airport Reference Point (ARP). Additionally, this action makes minor editorial amendments to the airspace description header to follow current formatting guidelines. These changes are editorial only and do not alter the current boundaries, altitudes, Air Traffic Control (ATC) procedures, or operating requirements for the Manchester Boston Regional Airport Class C airspace.
Hazardous Materials: Request for Feedback on Tare Weight Marking Policy for Cylinders
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is publishing this notice to solicit information pertaining to the current tare weight, mass weight, and water capacity marking requirements for compressed gas cylinders.
Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; Clandestine Materials Detection
This notice contains a summary of a petition seeking relief from specified requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations. The purpose of this notice is to improve the public's awareness of, and participation in, the FAA's exemption process. Neither publication of this notice nor the inclusion nor omission of information in the summary is intended to affect the legal status of the petition or its final disposition.
Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; Hawaiian Airlines
This notice contains a summary of a petition seeking relief from specified requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations. The purpose of this notice is to improve the public's awareness of, and participation in, the FAA's exemption process. Neither publication of this notice nor the inclusion nor omission of information in the summary is intended to affect the legal status of the petition or its final disposition.
Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; American Mosquito Control Association
This notice contains a summary of a petition seeking relief from specified requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations. The purpose of this notice is to improve the public's awareness of, and participation in, the FAA's exemption process. Neither publication of this notice nor the inclusion nor omission of information in the summary is intended to affect the legal status of the petition or its final disposition.
Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; Basler Turbo Conversions LLC
This notice contains a summary of a petition seeking relief from specified requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations. The purpose of this notice is to improve the public's awareness of, and participation in, the FAA's exemption process. Neither publication of this notice nor the inclusion nor omission of information in the summary is intended to affect the legal status of the petition or its final disposition.
Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; American Mosquito Control Association
This notice contains a summary of a petition seeking relief from specified requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations. The purpose of this notice is to improve the public's awareness of, and participation in, the FAA's exemption process. Neither publication of this notice nor the inclusion nor omission of information in the summary is intended to affect the legal status of the petition or its final disposition.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of a Renewed Approval of Information Collection: Renewal of AVIATOR Customer Satisfaction Survey
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, FAA invites public comments about our intention to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection. The collection involves on-line, electronic applicant (customer) answers to standard survey questions. The questions are presented as multiple-choice selections and free-form text areas where applicants can choose their desired answer and, if they wish, add additional comments. The information to be collected will be used and is necessary to gauge the level of user satisfaction with the AVIATOR system. Additionally, the surveys are used to obtain benchmarking and feedback to ensure quality.
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier Inc. Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a determination that a revised restrictive airworthiness limitation is necessary. This proposed AD would require revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate a revised restrictive airworthiness limitation for the aft engine mount attachment bolts. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments
This rule establishes, amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPS) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure procedures (ODPs) for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, adding new obstacles, or changing air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports.
Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments
This rule amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, adding new obstacles, or changing air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide for the safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports.
Notice of Intent To Designate as Abandoned Turbine Conversions, Int. Supplemental Type Certificate No. SA4293WE
This notice announces the FAA's intent to designate Turbine Conversions, Int. Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) No. SA4293WE as abandoned and make the related engineering data available upon request. The FAA has received a request to provide engineering data concerning this STC. The FAA has been unsuccessful in contacting Turbine Conversions, Int. concerning the STC. This action is intended to enhance aviation safety.
Notice of Opportunity for Public Comment on Surplus Property Release at the Wetumpka Albertville Regional Airport, Albertville, Alabama
The FAA is considering a request from the City of Albertville, Alabama to waive the requirement that 2.06 acres of airport property located at the Albertville Regional Airport in Albertville, Alabama, be used for aeronautical purposes.
Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; Northwest Aerospace Technologies
This notice contains a summary of a petition seeking relief from specified requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations. The purpose of this notice is to improve the public's awareness of, and participation in, the FAA's exemption process. Neither publication of this notice nor the inclusion or omission of information in the summary is intended to affect the legal status of the petition or its final disposition.
Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders; Correction
In a notice of applications for exemption published in the Federal Register on May 13, 2024, FMCSA announced its decision to renew exemptions for 12 individuals from the prohibition in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) against persons with a clinical diagnosis of epilepsy or any other condition that is likely to cause a loss of consciousness or any loss of ability to control a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) to drive in interstate commerce. If granted, the exemptions would enable these individuals who have had one or more seizures and are taking anti-seizure medication to operate CMVs in interstate commerce. The notice inadvertently published an individual's medical diagnosis incorrectly. This notice corrects that error.
Establishment of Class E Airspace; Valkaria, FL
This action establishes Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface for Valkaria Airport, Valkaria, FL, to accommodate new area navigation (RNAV) global positioning system (GPS) standard instrument approach procedures serving the airport. Controlled airspace is necessary for the safety and management of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations at this airport.
Establishment of Class E Airspace; Reidsville, NC
This action establishes Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface for Rockingham County NC Shiloh Airport, Reidsville, NC to accommodate new area navigation (RNAV) global positioning system (GPS) standard instrument approach procedures serving the airport.
Airworthiness Directives; DAHER (Type Certificate Previously Held by SOCATA) Airplanes
The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2016-08-08, which applies to all SOCATA (type certificate now held by DAHER) Model MS 880B, MS 885, MS 892A-150, MS 892E-150, MS 893A, MS 893E, MS 894A, MS 894E, Rallye 100S, Rallye 150ST, Rallye 150T, Rallye 235C, and Rallye 235E airplanes. AD 2016-08-08 requires doing repetitive detailed visual inspections of the intersection between the axle radius and the nose landing gear (NLG) fork area for chafing; doing repetitive dye penetrant inspections on the NLG wheel axle for cracks, distortion, and nicks or wear; doing corrective actions if necessary; and replacing the NLG wheel axle attachment screws with new screws. Since the FAA issued AD 2016-08-08, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, superseded the previous EASA AD to introduce a new inspection method and a new design for the affected NLG wheel axle that provides terminating action for the repetitive inspections, as specified in updated service information published by the manufacturer. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Notice of Final Federal Agency Actions on Proposed Highway in California
The FHWA, on behalf of Caltrans, is issuing this notice to announce actions taken by Caltrans, that are final. The actions relate to a proposed highway project, on Interstate 80 (I-80) and United States Route 50 (US-50) in the Counties of Solano, Yolo, and Sacramento, State of California. Those actions grant licenses, permits, and approvals for the project.
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