# Federal Register #FAA-2026-12343

FAA Rescinds Single-Pilot Exemptions for Cessna CE-500 Series Aircraft

**Buyer:** Federal Aviation Administration
**Posted:** September 28, 2026
**Identifier:** FAA-2026-12343

This notice announces a policy change by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), under the Department of Transportation, regarding pilot requirements for certain Cessna aircraft models.
- Government Buyer:
  - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - Cessna (primary OEM for affected aircraft)
- Products/Services Requested:
  - No products or services are being procured or requested
- Key Details:
  - The FAA is rescinding exemptions that previously allowed single-pilot operation of Cessna CE-500 series aircraft that are certified for two pilots
  - Affected models include: CE-500, CE-501, CE-551, CE-550, CE-560, S550, 552 Navy T-47A, 550-Bravo, 560-Encore, and 560-Encore+
  - All operators must now comply with two-pilot requirements under 14 CFR 91.9 and 91.531
  - The change is due to safety concerns and widespread non-compliance with exemption conditions
  - No new procurement, products, or services are involved in this notice

### Description

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is rescinding exemptions that allowed certain Cessna CE-500 series aircraft, which require two pilots, to be operated by a single pilot. This policy change is due to safety concerns and widespread non-compliance with exemption conditions. The exemptions will no longer be issued, and current exemption holders must cease single-pilot operations effective September 29, 2026. Pilots with logbook endorsements for single-pilot operation must comply with two-pilot requirements under regulations 14 CFR 91.9 and 91.531.

[View original listing](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/28/2026-19843/notice-of-policy-change-and-rescission-of-single-pilot-training-exemptions-for-certain-cessna)