Opportunity
Federal Register #Docket No. 31664, Amdt. No. 4218
FAA Regulatory Update: Amendments to Instrument Flight Procedures at U.S. Airports
Buyer
Federal Aviation Administration
Posted
May 13, 2026
Identifier
Docket No. 31664, Amdt. No. 4218
This notice announces a regulatory update by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) affecting instrument flight procedures at various U.S. airports. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Offices involved include the FAA Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center and the Office of Aeronautical Information Services - No OEMs or vendors are named; this is not a procurement action - No products or services are being requested or purchased - Action involves: - Amending, suspending, or removing Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs), Takeoff Minimums, and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) - Changes are due to new/revised criteria, new navigational facilities, new obstacles, or air traffic requirements - Notable requirements: - Ensures safe and efficient use of navigable airspace - Promotes safe flight operations under instrument flight rules - Affected locations include a range of airports across the United States
Description
This final 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 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 altered air traffic requirements. The changes aim to ensure safe and efficient use of navigable airspace and promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports. The rule is effective May 13, 2026, with compliance dates specified in the amendatory provisions.