Opportunity
Federal Register #FAA-2026-4170
FAA Requests Public Comments on Renewal of BasicMed Information Collection
Buyer
Federal Aviation Administration
Posted
April 22, 2026
Respond By
June 22, 2026
Identifier
FAA-2026-4170
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), under the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on its plan to renew the BasicMed information collection process. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) - Department of Transportation - Purpose: - Renewal of the information collection for the Alternative Pilot Physical Examination and Education Requirements (BasicMed) - Supports compliance with Section 2307 of the Federal Aviation Administration Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (FESSA) - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; this is a regulatory information collection - Involves use of FAA Form 87002 for eligible airmen - Unique Requirements: - Public feedback is requested to improve the quality and utility of the information collection - Focus on reducing respondent burden and ensuring compliance with BasicMed provisions - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement action - Place of Performance/Delivery: - FAA Headquarters, 800 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20591
Description
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) invites public comments on its intention to request Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection related to the Alternative Pilot Physical Examination and Education Requirements (BasicMed). This collection supports the provisions of the Federal Aviation Administration Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (FESSA), which allows certain small aircraft pilots to operate without undergoing the standard medical certification process if they meet specific conditions. The information collection enables eligible pilots to establish their eligibility with the FAA under these alternative requirements. Comments are requested to improve the quality and utility of the information collection and to assess the burden on respondents.