Federal Register #Docket No. 31657; Amdt. No. 4212

FAA Final Rule: Amendments to Instrument Approach and Departure Procedures at Multiple Airports

This final rule from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) updates instrument flight procedures at various airports across the United States. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Key offices: FAA Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, Office of Aeronautical Information Services - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are named; this is a regulatory action, not a procurement - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The rule amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs), Takeoff Minimums, and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) at specified airports - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Changes are based on new/revised criteria, new navigational facilities, obstacle additions, or air traffic requirements - Aimed at ensuring safe and efficient use of navigable airspace and promoting safe instrument flight operations - Locations: - Applies to FAA Air Traffic Organization Service Areas and affected airports nationwide - Key offices involved are in Oklahoma City, OK, and Washington, DC

Description

This final rule by the Federal Aviation Administration amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) at certain airports. These changes are necessary due to new or revised criteria, commissioning of new navigational facilities, addition of obstacles, or changes in air traffic requirements. The amendments aim to ensure safe and efficient use of navigable airspace and promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules. The rule is effective April 7, 2026, with compliance dates specified in the amendatory provisions.

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