Federal Register #2026-21095

FAA final rule updating instrument approach and departure procedures at U.S. airports

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a nationwide final rule updating flight procedures at specified U.S. airports. - Government buyer: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), within the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT); this is a regulatory action rather than a procurement. - Changes covered: Amendments, suspensions, and cancellations of Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, takeoff minimums, and Obstacle Departure Procedures. - Procedure types: Includes RNAV, ILS, VOR, and other instrument procedures, updated in response to revised criteria and changes to navigation facilities, obstacles, and air traffic requirements. - OEMs and vendors: None identified. - Products, services, quantities, and part numbers: None requested.

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. The actions address newly adopted or revised criteria and changes in the National Airspace System, including new navigational facilities, obstacles, or air traffic requirements. The changes are intended to support safe and efficient use of navigable airspace and safe instrument flight operations. The rule is effective October 15, 2026, with compliance dates for individual procedures specified in its amendatory provisions.

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