FAA Pushes Voluntary Safety for Voluntary Dangerous Air Shippers
Published Date: 12/8/2025
Notice
Summary
The FAA is renewing approval for a voluntary safety program that helps companies safely transport dangerous goods by air. This affects businesses that choose to follow FAA safety guidelines and submit their safety plans for review. Comments on this renewal are open until January 7, 2026, with no new fees or major changes involved.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Voluntary SMS Requires Time-Intensive Plans
If your company voluntarily joins the FAA Safety Management System (SMS) program for entities transporting dangerous goods by air, you must develop and submit a one-time SMS implementation plan to the FAA for acceptance and, after implementation, collect and analyze safety data and keep training and communications records. The FAA estimates one new respondent annually with an average burden of 4,160 hours for a new respondent and 170 hours for each of four continual respondents.
Renewal Has No New Fees or Major Changes
The FAA is renewing OMB approval for this voluntary information collection and states there are no new fees or major changes involved with the renewal. The renewal continues under OMB Control Number 2120-0811.
Your PRIA Score
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Sign up for a PRIA Policy Scan to see your personalized alignment score for this federal register document and every other regulation we track. We analyze your financial profile against policy provisions to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
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.
2026-10293 — Prohibition of Remote Dispatching
The FAA wants to stop airplane dispatchers from working remotely, except in emergencies when the main center is down. This change affects all domestic, flag, and supplemental airline operators and aims to keep flight safety tight and clear. Comments on this rule are open until July 21, 2026, so airlines and dispatchers should get ready for a new way of working that could shake up their routines.
2026-10270 — Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. (Type Certificate Previously Held by Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A.; Embraer S.A.) Airplanes
The FAA is requiring certain Embraer ERJ 190-100 ECJ airplanes to get a close check on their overheat detection sensors because some parts might not work right. If problems are found, those parts must be replaced, and no faulty parts can be installed anymore. This rule kicks in on June 26, 2026, helping keep flights safe without breaking the bank.
2026-10256 — Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters
If you fly Airbus EC130T2 helicopters, the FAA wants you to install a new fix on the tail rotor drive shaft and keep checking its vibration regularly. This update replaces old rules and stops certain parts from being used unless they meet new safety standards. You’ve got until July 6, 2026, to share your thoughts, and while this might cost some bucks, it’s all about keeping flights safe and smooth.
2026-10271 — Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes
The FAA is making sure certain Bombardier BD-700 airplanes are safe by checking and fixing bolts on the baggage door that might have been tightened wrong. Owners need to inspect and adjust or replace these bolts by June 26, 2026, to keep flying safely. This fix helps avoid any door problems and keeps passengers secure without breaking the bank.
2026-10272 — Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
If you fly or work with Airbus A330 planes, listen up! The FAA found a problem where a backup fuel pump might fail quietly, trapping fuel that can’t be used. Starting June 8, 2026, airlines must regularly check these pumps and fix any issues to keep flights safe—no big wallet hits expected, just smart safety moves.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2025-22190 — Technology-Enabled Meaningful Patient Outcomes (TEMPO) for Digital Health Devices Pilot
The FDA is launching the TEMPO pilot to help get cool digital health devices to patients faster while keeping safety a top priority. Starting January 2, 2026, device makers can apply to join this program, which ties payments to real health improvements for people with chronic diseases. This means better care, new tech, and smarter spending for patients and providers alike!
Next: 2025-22192 — National Hazardous Materials Route Registry
Starting December 8, 2025, the National Hazardous Materials Route Registry updates the official list of roads where trucks can safely carry dangerous stuff like radioactive and other hazardous materials. This affects truck drivers, state and tribal governments, and anyone involved in moving these materials, making sure routes are clear and safe. These changes keep everyone on the right path and help avoid costly detours or accidents.