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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.

2026-11875 — Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; NetJets Aviation, Inc.

NetJets Aviation, a big private jet company, asked the FAA to let them skip some usual flight rules. This could change how they operate their planes, and the public has until July 2, 2026, to share their thoughts. No money changes are mentioned yet, but this could speed up or simplify some flights for NetJets.

2026-11861 — Establishment of Class E Airspace; Freer, TX

The FAA is creating new Class E airspace around Silverhorn Ranch Airport in Freer, TX, to support safer flying with new instrument flight rules. This change starts on October 29, 2026, and mainly affects pilots flying in and out of this airport. No extra costs for the public, just smoother and safer skies for everyone!

2026-11904 — Establishment of Class E Airspace; Mullin, TX

The FAA is creating new Class E airspace around Smoky Bend Ranch Airport in Mullin, TX to help pilots fly safely using instruments, especially in bad weather. This change starts on October 29, 2026, and mainly affects pilots flying under instrument flight rules (IFR). No extra costs for the public, just smoother and safer skies for everyone!

2026-11792 — Modification of Class E Airspace, Omak Airport, Omak, WA

The FAA is changing the Class E airspace around Omak Airport in Washington to make flying safer and smoother for pilots using instruments. This update starts on September 3, 2026, and mainly affects pilots flying under instrument flight rules (IFR). No extra costs for the public, just better airspace management to keep flights on track!

2026-11730 — Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments

Starting June 11, 2026, the FAA is updating how pilots approach and take off from certain airports to keep flights safe and smooth. These changes affect pilots and airports by adjusting flight paths and safety rules based on new tech and obstacles. No big costs here—just smarter, safer skies for everyone flying under instrument rules!

Previous: 2025-13465 — Tennessee Valley Authority; Clinch River Nuclear Site, Unit 1; Notice of Intent To Prepare a Supplement to Environmental Impact Statement

The Tennessee Valley Authority wants to build a new nuclear unit at the Clinch River site, and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission is updating its environmental review to make sure it’s safe for people and nature. This update will look closely at any changes since the last study and help decide if construction can move forward. The process will involve public input and could affect local communities and budgets as plans develop.

Next: 2025-13467 — Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; Total Flight Solutions

Total Flight Solutions asked the FAA to relax some flight rules to make their operations smoother. This change could affect pilots and passengers by allowing more flexible flying options without extra costs or delays. The FAA wants everyone to know about this and join the conversation before any decisions are made.