Integration of Powered-Lift: Pilot Certification and Operations; Miscellaneous Amendments Related to Rotorcraft and Airplanes; Correction
Published Date: 1/3/2025
Rule
Summary
The FAA fixed some mistakes in a recent rule about powered-lift aircraft pilot training and operations. They removed duplicate tables and corrected a wrong rule reference to keep everything clear and accurate. These fixes affect pilots, training centers, and operators, and take effect on January 21, 2025, with no extra costs involved.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Duplicate Table Removal Clarifies Rules
The FAA removed two duplicated tables in part 194 (table 1 to Sec. 194.302 and table 1 to Sec. 194.306) that list which part 91 and part 135 rules apply to powered-lift aircraft. This correction, effective January 21, 2025, clarifies regulatory text for pilots and operators and the agency says it causes no additional costs.
Citation Fix for Instructor Eligibility
The FAA corrected a wrong paragraph citation in the training center instructor eligibility rules by changing the reference in Sec. 142.47(a)(5)(iv) from “(a)(i)” to “(a)(5)(i).” This correction is effective January 21, 2025 and clarifies which paragraph controls instructor eligibility for training centers.
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