Federal Aviation Administration February 1, 2023 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announces its findings on the noise compatibility program submitted by the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority. These findings are made in recognition of the description of Federal and nonfederal responsibilities. On September 1, 2022, the FAA determined that the noise exposure maps submitted by the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority were in compliance with applicable requirements. On January 11, 2023, the FAA approved the San Diego International Airport noise compatibility program. Most of the recommendations of the program were approved.

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 voluntary reporting of bird/other wildlife strike information following a wildlife strike incident with aircraft. This data becomes part of the publicly available National Wildlife Strike Database. Strike reports provide critical information that allows the FAA to determine high-risk species, track national trends, evaluate the FAA's wildlife hazard management program, and provide scientific foundation for regulatory guidance. Additionally, this essential information allows engine and airframe manufacturers to evaluate the effectiveness of aircraft components. It also helps airports identify and mitigate hazardous species and the location of wildlife attractants, affords a better understanding of strike dynamics, and provides key metrics for an airport to evaluate the effectiveness of its wildlife management program.