Federal Register #FAA-2026-1985

FAA Seeks Comments on Renewing Aviation Drug and Alcohol Testing Information Collection

The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking public input on renewing its aviation Drug and Alcohol Testing Program information collection. - Government buyer: U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA); no specific sub-agency or office is identified. - Notice purpose: The FAA is seeking comments as it plans to request Office of Management and Budget approval to renew the collection, OMB Control No. 2120-0535. This is an information-collection notice, not a procurement solicitation. - Scope: The collection covers testing-related documentation and records from domestic regulated entities and foreign repair stations. Information supports compliance determinations, oversight planning, identification of employers required to submit annual Management Information System data, communications with regulated entities, and appropriate action involving safety-sensitive employees who test positive, engage in prohibited alcohol-related conduct, or refuse testing. - Estimated burden: Approximately 7,159 affected entities annually; an average of one hour per response; and 325,181 total burden hours annually. The FAA expects at least 80% of responses to be submitted electronically. - OEMs, vendors, products, and quantities: No OEMs or vendors are named, and no products or services are requested.

Description

The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking public comments on its intention to request OMB approval to renew its information collection for the Drug and Alcohol Testing Program for Personnel Engaged in Specified Aviation Activities. The collection supports compliance determinations, oversight planning, identification of employers required to provide annual Management Information System testing information, and communications with regulated entities. It also supports appropriate action concerning safety-sensitive employees who test positive, engage in prohibited alcohol-related conduct, or refuse testing. Written comments are due November 2, 2026.

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