Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of a Renewed Approval of Information Collection: Certified Training Centers-Simulator Rule
Published Date: 1/29/2026
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Summary
The FAA wants to keep collecting info from Certified Training Centers that train pilots using simulators. This helps inspectors make sure pilots get the right training to stay safe in the skies. If you have thoughts, share them by March 30, 2026—this won’t cost you money but helps keep air travel safe and smooth.
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Renewed Data Collection for Training Centers
The FAA plans to renew its information collection (OMB Control Number 2120-0570) that requires Part 142 schools, Part 121 and 135 carriers, and new Part 142 applicants to submit training center applications and program information once per training event or program submission. The agency estimates the average burden is 1.02 hours per response and an estimated total annual burden of 77,194 hours; comments are due by March 30, 2026.
One-Year Training Record Retention
Under 14 CFR part 142, training centers must keep records for one year showing trainee qualifications, training attempts, checking, and testing results, and must keep instructor and evaluator qualifications for one year after employment ends. This recordkeeping requirement applies to Part 142 schools, carriers that use those schools, and new Part 142 applicants.
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