Federal Register #2026-11729

FAA Amends Instrument Approach and Departure Procedures at Multiple Airports

This notice from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announces regulatory amendments to instrument approach and departure procedures at various U.S. airports. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) - No OEMs or vendors are named; this is not a procurement or solicitation for products or services - Products/Services Requested: - None; the notice does not request any goods or services - Notable Requirements: - Amends, establishes, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPS), Takeoff Minimums, and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) at multiple airports - Driven by changes in navigational facilities, obstacles, and air traffic requirements - Aims to ensure safe and efficient use of navigable airspace for instrument flight operations - Compliance with updated airspace designations and procedures as incorporated by reference in FAA regulations - Affected airports include locations in Washington, Alaska, California, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Oregon, Tennessee, and Virginia - No quantities, part numbers, or procurement activity involved

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 June 11, 2026, and includes amendments to various airports' procedures across the United States.

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