Federal Register #Docket No. 31661

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: - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) - Scope of Rule: - Establishes, amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs), Takeoff Minimums, and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) - Applies to multiple airports across the National Airspace System - Purpose and Requirements: - Driven by new/revised criteria, changes in navigational facilities, new obstacles, and evolving air traffic needs - Ensures safe and efficient use of navigable airspace for instrument flight operations - Requires compliance with updated FAA criteria and procedures - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are referenced, as this is a regulatory action, not a procurement - Notable Details: - All updated SIAPs and ODPs are available online for reference - FAA forms and procedures are referenced for compliance - Locations: - FAA Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, Oklahoma City, OK - FAA Headquarters, Washington, DC - Other FAA facilities in Oklahoma City, OK

Description

This final 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 necessary due to the adoption of new or revised criteria or changes in the National Airspace System, such as new navigational facilities, added obstacles, or changed air traffic requirements. The changes aim to provide safe and efficient use of navigable airspace and promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at affected airports. The rule is effective April 29, 2026, and all SIAPs and Takeoff Minimums and ODPs are available online free of charge.

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