FAA Seeks Comments on Crop Duster Pilot Certification Paperwork

2026-08943 — Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility

The FAA is proposing new rules to keep drones away from certain important fixed sites like power plants or airports to keep everyone safe and secure. If you own or operate one of these sites, you can request a drone flight restriction zone to protect your property and people nearby. Comments are open until July 6, 2026, and these changes could affect drone pilots and site operators, but no big costs are expected.

2026-11216 — Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes

If you own or operate a Dassault Falcon 7X airplane, listen up! The FAA found a problem where some wing parts didn’t extend properly during landing, and the plane didn’t warn the pilots. Starting July 9, 2026, you’ll need to update your plane’s software and flight manual to fix this, keeping flights safer without breaking the bank.

2026-11178 — Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

If you fly an Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B, listen up! The FAA says you need to test the emergency beacon batteries and check the ropes connecting them to the life-raft system to keep everyone safe. Starting July 9, 2026, you’ll have to fix or replace parts if tests fail, and you can’t install certain parts unless they meet new rules—so plan for some quick checks and possible costs.

2026-11218 — Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes

If you fly or maintain Airbus A330-841 and -941 planes, listen up! The FAA wants to update safety rules by requiring software updates and new checks on engine parts to keep flights safe. These changes replace some old fixes and must be done soon, but they’ll help avoid costly problems down the line.

2026-11138 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of Renewed Approval of Information Collection: Renewal, Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Rebuilding, and Alteration

The FAA is asking for your thoughts on renewing a form that tracks big repairs and changes to airplanes, called Form 337. This form helps keep flying safe by recording who did the work and how. If you own or work on planes, this affects you—each form takes about an hour to fill out, and comments are due by August 3, 2026.

2026-11179 — Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG Engines

If you own or operate Rolls-Royce Deutschland Trent 1000 engines, get ready for new safety checks starting July 9, 2026. The FAA updated the rules to add on-wing inspections and adjust shop inspection intervals to catch cracks or leaks early. These changes help keep engines safe but might mean some extra inspection time and costs.

Previous: 2025-01485 — Notice of Lodging of Proposed Consent Decree Under the Clean Air Act

The government is taking action against Fayat S.A.S. and its subsidiaries for selling diesel engines that didn’t meet clean air rules. They’ll pay $11 million and fix pollution problems caused by these engines. You have 30 days to share your thoughts on this plan before it’s final.

Next: 2025-01489 — Arms Sales Notification

The Department of Defense just announced some new arms sales to other countries. This means certain nations will get military gear soon, with details on timing and costs shared openly. It’s all about keeping everyone informed and ready for these important defense deals.