Little Rock Air Force Base Skies Get Part-Time Overhaul

2026-13440 — Enabling Supersonic Overland Flight

The FAA wants to let supersonic planes fly over land again by updating old rules that banned them because of loud sonic booms. Thanks to new tech that keeps booms quiet, this change will open the door for faster, cooler flights across the U.S., helping America lead the world in supersonic travel. People and companies interested in supersonic flight should share their thoughts by August 17, 2026.

2026-13126 — Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility; Extension of Comment Period

The FAA is giving more time—until August 5, 2026—for people to share their thoughts on new rules that would limit drone flights near important fixed sites like power plants or airports. This affects drone operators and facility owners who want to keep the skies safe and secure. No new costs yet, just extra time to weigh in and help shape the rules.

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.

2026-14248 — Establishment of Class E Airspace; Crown Point, IN

Starting October 29, 2026, the FAA is creating new Class E airspace around the Franciscan Health Crown Point Hospital Heliport in Crown Point, Indiana. This change helps pilots fly safely using instruments, especially in bad weather. If you fly helicopters or planes near this hospital, get ready for updated flight rules—no extra costs, just smoother skies!

2026-14205 — Amendment of Class D Airspace and Removal of Class E4 Airspace Over Nashua, NH

The FAA is updating the airspace rules over Nashua, NH by removing some unnecessary Class E airspace around Boire Field Airport and tweaking the Class D airspace wording to stay current. These changes take effect on October 29, 2026, and won’t cost anyone extra or cause delays. Pilots flying in and out of Nashua will notice clearer, simpler airspace rules that keep things safe and smooth.

2026-14238 — Airworthiness Directives; Bell Textron Canada Limited Helicopters

If you fly Bell Model 407 helicopters, listen up! The FAA wants you to check your tailboom bolts more often, tighten them right, and swap out any worn parts to keep things safe. Plus, you’ll need to update your maintenance manual with new bolt life limits—all to stop bolts from breaking and keep your chopper flying strong. Comments on this plan are open until August 31, 2026.

Previous: 2025-05799 — Establishment of Class E Airspace; Blue Hill, ME

The FAA is creating new controlled airspace starting 700 feet above Blue Hill, ME, to keep helicopter flights safe at Blue Hill Memorial Hospital Heliport. This change helps pilots fly safely using instruments, especially in tricky weather. It affects pilots and hospital operations but won’t cost anyone extra or cause delays.

Next: 2025-05939 — Pacific Halibut Fisheries of the West Coast; Management Measures for the Area 2A Pacific Halibut Directed Commercial Fishery

Starting in 2025, commercial fishers south of Point Chehalis, WA, will see new rules for catching Pacific halibut, including when and how much they can fish. The government is also changing permit deadlines and how they announce fishing updates to keep halibut populations healthy while still giving fishers a fair shot. These changes help protect the fish and support the fishing community along the West Coast.