FAA Seeks Comments on Renewing Radio Frequency Request System
Published Date: 2/25/2026
Notice
Summary
The FAA wants to keep using its online system that collects info about radio frequencies to help manage aviation communications safely. They’re asking the public to share thoughts by April 27, 2026, to make sure the process is smooth and useful. This affects anyone involved in broadcasting or using aviation radio frequencies, but there’s no new cost or big changes—just a renewal of approval.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
WebFCR Renewal Keeps Same Submission Requirement
If you need to use a radio frequency that impacts the Aviation Assignment Group (AAG) bands, you must submit broadcast and transmitter frequency data to the FAA through the Web-based Frequency Coordination system (WebFCR) to obtain FAA concurrence. The collection is under OMB control number 2120-0786, covers about 4,800 respondents annually, has an average burden of 0.2 hours per response, and an estimated total annual burden of 960 hours; the FAA requests public comments by April 27, 2026.
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: 2026-03697 — Integrate the National Environmental Policy Act Into the Northern Border Regional Commission's (NBRC) Decision-Making Processes
The Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) is now using the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to guide its decisions. This means NBRC will carefully check how its projects affect the environment before moving forward, balancing growth with nature’s protection. These new rules start right away and affect all NBRC-funded programs, helping ensure smarter, greener choices without slowing down progress or funding.
Next: 2026-03700 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; Nasdaq MRX, LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change To Amend an Add Liquidity Order
Nasdaq MRX is updating its rules for Add Liquidity Orders, which are special orders that help keep the market active by adding new buy or sell offers. This change affects traders using Nasdaq MRX by tweaking how these orders behave, aiming to improve trading fairness and efficiency. The new rules took effect immediately on February 12, 2026, with no direct cost changes announced.