Federal Register #FAA-2026-5578

FAA Request for Comments on Renewal of International Information Collection

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), under the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on its plan to renew an information collection related to international aviation collaboration. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Purpose: - Collect information from foreign Civil Aviation Authorities and international aviation organizations - Identify opportunities for collaboration, technical assistance, and training - Support statutory requirements under Title 49 U.S.C. Sec. 40104 - Process: - Information gathered via email, telephone, or other means - Uses FAA Form 12406 - Scope: - Approximately 195 foreign entities are expected to respond - Estimated annual burden is 80 hours - Notable Requirements: - Focus on aviation safety, efficiency, and environmental impact improvements - Supports FAA's International Strategy - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is an information gathering effort, not a procurement of products or services.

Description

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) intends to request Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection involving questioning foreign entities via email, telephone, or other means to determine collaborative opportunities. This collection supports statutory requirements under Title 49 U.S.C. Sec. 40104 to provide technical assistance on aviation safety and informs the FAA's International Strategy. The information collection facilitates work and training arrangements with foreign counterparts and international organizations to enhance international aviation safety. Public comments are invited by October 13, 2026.

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