Federal Register #FAA-2026-11749

FAA seeks comments on Heavenbound Aviation light-sport aircraft certification exemption petition

The FAA is seeking public comment on an aviation certification exemption petition, not soliciting products or services. - Government buyer: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), within the U.S. Department of Transportation. - Petitioner: Heavenbound Aviation seeks a one-year exemption from 14 CFR 22.100(a)(7). - Requested relief: Allow light-sport aircraft to continue being certificated using previously accepted ASTM International standards while manufacturers transition to newer Part 22 rules. - Procurement status: No products, services, quantities, or contract value are specified; no procurement is announced.

Description

The notice summarizes Heavenbound Aviation’s petition for relief from specified Federal Aviation Regulations. The petitioner seeks a one-year exemption from 14 CFR 22.100(a)(7), allowing light sport category aircraft to continue being certificated under previously FAA-accepted ASTM International standards while manufacturers transition to the new 14 CFR part 22 rules. Comments must identify the petition docket number and be received by December 2, 2026.

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