Federal Register #FAA-2026-7035

FAA Technical Corrections to Commercial Space Transportation Regulations

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a non-substantive final rule correcting commercial space transportation regulations. - Government buyer: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), U.S. Department of Transportation; no specific sub-agency or office is identified. - Regulatory changes: Technical corrections to 14 CFR Parts 413, 414, 450, and 460 fix typographical errors and omissions, clarify text, and improve consistency. - Edits address safety element approval terminology, references to reentry vehicles, mishap-plan terminology, and human space flight wording. - Requirements and costs: The FAA states the corrections do not change compliance obligations, add requirements, or create additional costs. - OEMs and vendors: None named. No products or services are requested.

Description

The FAA final rule makes technical corrections to regulations in 14 CFR Parts 413, 414, 450, and 460. The amendments correct typographical errors and omissions, clarify regulatory text, and improve consistency, including corrections related to safety element approvals, reentry vehicles, mishap plans, and human spaceflight terminology. The rule is described as non-substantive and does not change existing compliance obligations or impose new requirements. It is effective November 9, 2026.

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