FAA Dumps Abandoned Aircraft Certs: Data Up for Grabs!
Published Date: 1/26/2026
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Summary
The FAA plans to declare three R.J. Schroers aircraft modification certificates as abandoned because they couldn’t reach the owner. This means the FAA will share the engineering info with anyone who asks, helping keep planes safe. If you want to comment, you’ve got until July 27, 2026, so don’t miss out!
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 2 costs, 1 mixed.
FAA to Release STC Engineering Data
The FAA intends to designate Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) Nos. SA91NW, SA152NW, and SA2472WE as abandoned and make the related engineering data available to anyone who requests it. This release will occur if the FAA does not receive a response by July 27, 2026.
Owners Must Respond by July 27, 2026
If you are the owner, heir, or transferee of STC Nos. SA91NW, SA152NW, or SA2472WE, you must contact the FAA before July 27, 2026 to assert ownership. If no response is received by that date, the FAA will consider the STCs abandoned and release the engineering data.
Heirs/Transferees Must Provide Notarized ID
If you claim to be the owner, heir, or transferee of any of these STCs, you must provide a notarized copy of your government-issued identification and a letter establishing ownership or your relationship as heir when contacting the FAA.
Legal Criteria to Release STC Data
Under 49 U.S.C. 44704(a)(5), the FAA can release STC engineering data for maintenance or improvement if (1) the STC has been inactive for 3 years or more, (2) the FAA is unable to locate the owner of record or the owner’s heir using due diligence, and (3) the availability of the data will enhance aviation safety.
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