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January 15, 2021 (b) Operation outside a test area. An applicant may apply for an
authorization to conduct flights outside a test area under certain
conditions and limitations upon a conservative showing that:
Effective February 16, 2021
(1) Flight(s) within a test area have been conducted in ac-
cordance with an authorization issued for the purpose specified
PART 91—GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES in paragraph (a)(8)(iv) of this section;
(2) The results of the flight test(s) required by paragraph (b)(1)
Sec. 91.817 Civil aircraft sonic boom. On page 178, in of this section demonstrate that a speed in excess of Mach 1
paragraphs (a) and (b)(2), replace “under appendix B of this part” does not cause a measurable sonic boom overpressure to reach
with “in accordance with Sec. 91.818.” the surface; and
(3) The conditions and limitations determined by the test(s)
On page 178, add new Sec. 91.818 as follows: represent all foreseeable operating conditions and are effective
on all flights conducted under an authorization.
Sec. 91.818 Special flight authorization to exceed Mach 1. (c) Environmental findings.
(1) No special flight authorization will be granted if the
For all civil aircraft, any operation that exceeds Mach 1 may be Administrator finds that such action is necessary to protect or
conducted only in accordance with a special flight authorization enhance the environment.
issued to an operator in accordance with the requirements of this
section. (2) The Administrator is required to consider the potential
environmental impacts resulting from the issuance of an author-
(a) Application. Application for a special flight authorization to ization for a particular flight area pursuant to the National
exceed Mach 1 must be made to the FAA Office of Environment Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C 4321 et
and Energy for consideration by the Administrator. Each applica- seq.), all applicable regulations implementing NEPA, and related
tion must include: Executive orders and guidance. Accordingly, each applicant must
(1) The name of the operator; provide information that sufficiently describes the potential
(2) The number and model(s) of the aircraft to be operated; environmental impact of any flight in excess of Mach 1, including
(3) The number of proposed flights; the effect of a sonic boom reaching the surface in the proposed
(4) The date range during which the flight(s) would be con- flight area, to enable the FAA to determine whether such impacts
ducted; are significant within the meaning of NEPA.
(5) The time of day the flight(s) would be conducted. Pro- (d) Issuance. An authorization to operate a civil aircraft in excess
posed night operations may require further justification for their of Mach 1 may be issued only after an applicant has submitted
necessity; the information described in this section and the Administrator
(6) A description of the flight area requested by the appli- has taken the required action regarding the environmental find-
cant, including any environmental information required to be ings described in paragraph (c) of this section.
submitted pursuant to paragraph (c) of this section; (e) Duration.
(7) All conditions and limitations on the flight(s) that will (1) An authorization to exceed Mach 1 will be granted for the
ensure that no measurable sonic boom overpressure will reach time the Administrator determines necessary to conduct the
the surface outside of the proposed flight area; and flights for the described purposes.
(8) The reason(s) that operation at a speed greater than (2) An authorization to exceed Mach 1 is effective until it
Mach 1 is necessary. A special flight authorization to exceed expires or is surrendered.
Mach 1 may be granted only for operations that are intended to: (3) An authorization to exceed Mach 1 may be terminated,
(i) Show compliance with airworthiness requirements; suspended, or amended by the Administrator at any time the
(ii) Determine the sonic boom characteristics of an air- Administrator finds that such action is necessary to protect the
craft; environment.
(iii) Establish a means of reducing or eliminating the ef- (4) The holder of an authorization to exceed Mach 1 may re-
fects of sonic boom, including flight profiles and special features quest reconsideration of a termination, amendment, or suspension
of an aircraft; issued under paragraph (e)(3) of this section within 30 days of
(iv) Demonstrate the conditions and limitations under notice of the action. Failure to request reconsideration and pro-
which speeds in excess of Mach 1 will not cause a measurable vide information why the Administrator’s action is not appropriate
sonic boom overpressure to reach the surface; or will result in permanent termination of the authorization.
(v) Measure the noise characteristics of an aircraft to (5) Findings made by and actions taken by the Administrator
demonstrate compliance with noise requirements imposed under under this section do not affect any certificate issued under
this chapter, or to determine the limits for operation in accord- chapter 447 of Title 49 of the United States Code.
ance with Sec. 91.817(b).
(9) For any purpose listed in paragraph (a)(8) of this section, Appendix B to Part 91. On page 215, remove and reserve
each applicant must indicate why its intended operation cannot Appendix B to Part 91.
be safely or properly accomplished over the ocean at a distance
ensuring that no sonic boom overpressure reaches any land
surface in the United States.

Effective March 1, 2021 On page 241, revise Sec. 107.73, including the title, as follows:
Sec. 107.73 Knowledge and training.
PART 107—SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
An initial aeronautical knowledge test and recurrent training
Sec. 107.61. Eligibility. On page 240, revise paragraph (d) as covers the following areas of knowledge:
follows: (a) Applicable regulations relating to small unmanned aircraft
system rating privileges, limitations, and flight operation;
* * * * * (b) Airspace classification, operating requirements, and flight
(d) Demonstrate aeronautical knowledge by satisfying one of the restrictions affecting small unmanned aircraft operation;
following conditions, in a manner acceptable to the Administrator: (c) Aviation weather sources and effects of weather on small
(1) Pass an initial aeronautical knowledge test covering the unmanned aircraft performance;
areas of knowledge specified in Sec. 107.73; or (d) Small unmanned aircraft loading;
(2) If a person holds a pilot certificate (other than a student (e) Emergency procedures;
pilot certificate) issued under part 61 of this chapter and meets (f) Crew resource management;
the flight review requirements specified in Sec. 61.56, complete (g) Radio communication procedures;
training covering the areas of knowledge specified in Sec. 107.74. (h) Determining the performance of the small unmanned air-
craft;
Sec. 107.63. Issuance of a remote pilot certificate with a (i) Physiological effects of drugs and alcohol;
small UAS rating. On page 240, revise paragraph (a)(2) as (j) Aeronautical decision-making and judgment;
follows:
(k) Airport operations;
* * * * * (l) Maintenance and preflight inspection procedures; and
(a) * * * (m) Operation at night.
(2) If a person holds a pilot certificate (other than a student
pilot certificate) issued under part 61 of this chapter and meets On page 241, revise Sec. 107.74, including the title, as follows:
the flight review requirements specified in Sec. 61.56, a certifi-
cate of completion of an initial training course under this part that Sec. 107.74. Small unmanned aircraft system training.
covers the areas of knowledge specified in Sec. 107.74.
Training for pilots who hold a pilot certificate (other than a
* * * * * student pilot certificate) issued under part 61 of this chapter and
meet the flight review requirements specified in Sec. 61.56
Sec. 107.65. Aeronautical knowledge recency. On page 241, covers the following areas of knowledge:
revise Sec. 107.65 as follows: (a) Applicable regulations relating to small unmanned aircraft
system rating privileges, limitations, and flight operation;
A person may not exercise the privileges of a remote pilot in (b) Effects of weather on small unmanned aircraft performance;
command with small UAS rating unless that person has accom-
(c) Small unmanned aircraft loading;
plished one of the following in a manner acceptable to the
Administrator within the previous 24 calendar months: (d) Emergency procedures;
(a) Passed an initial aeronautical knowledge test covering the (e) Crew resource management;
areas of knowledge specified in Sec. 107.73; (f) Determining the performance of the small unmanned air-
(b) Completed recurrent training covering the areas of knowl- craft;
edge specified in Sec. 107.73; or (g) Maintenance and preflight inspection procedures; and
(c) If a person holds a pilot certificate (other than a student pilot (h) Operation at night.
certificate) issued under part 61 of this chapter and meets the
flight review requirements specified in Sec. 61.56, completed
training covering the areas of knowledge specified in Sec. 107.74.
(d) A person who has passed a recurrent aeronautical knowl-
edge test in a manner acceptable to the Administrator or who has
satisfied the training requirement of paragraph (c) of this section
prior to March 1, 2021 within the previous 24 calendar months is
considered to be in compliance with the requirement of para-
graph (b) or (c) of this section, as applicable.

Effective March 16, 2021 On pages 42 and 43, redesignate Secs. 48.100 through 48.115
as follows:
PART 1—DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
Old section New section
Sec. 1.1 General definitions. On page 26, add the definition for 48.100 ........................................................... 48.110
“Unmanned aircraft system” in alphabetical order as follows: 48.105 ........................................................... 48.115
* * * * * 48.110 ........................................................... 48.100
Unmanned aircraft system means an unmanned aircraft 48.115 ........................................................... 48.105
and its associated elements (including communication links and
the components that control the unmanned aircraft) that are Revise newly redesignated Sec. 48.100 section title and
required for the safe and efficient operation of the unmanned paragraphs (a) and (c)(1) as follows:
aircraft in the airspace of the United States.
Sec. 48.100 Registration: Small unmanned aircraft operated
* * * * * for any purpose other than exclusively limited recreational
operations.
PART 43—MAINTENANCE, PREVENTIVE (a) Certificate of Aircraft Registration. A Certificate of Aircraft

MAINTENANCE, REBUILDING, AND ALTERATION Registration issued in accordance with Sec. 48.110 to a small
unmanned aircraft used for any purpose other than operating
exclusively in compliance with 49 U.S.C. 44809 constitutes regis-
Sec. 43.1 Applicability. On page 31, revise paragraph (b)(3) as tration for the small unmanned aircraft identified on the application.
follows:
* * * * *
* * * * * (c) * * *
(b) * * * (1) The holder of a Certificate of Aircraft Registration must
(3) Any aircraft that is operated under part 107 of this renew the Certificate by verifying, in a form and manner pre-
chapter, except as described in Sec. 107.140(d). scribed by the Administrator, that the information provided in
* * * * * accordance with Sec. 48.110 is accurate and if it is not, provide
updated information. The verification may take place at any time
within the six months preceding the month in which the
Certificate of Aircraft registration expires.
PART 48—REGISTRATION AND MARKING * * * * *
REQUIREMENTS FOR SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT
Revise newly redesignated Sec. 48.105 section title and
Sec. 48.5 Compliance dates. On page 41, remove and reserve paragraphs (a) and (c)(1) as follows:
Sec. 48.5.
Sec. 48.105 Registration: Small unmanned aircraft intended
Sec. 48.15 Requirement to register. On page 41, revise exclusively for limited recreational operations.
paragraph (b) as follows:
(a) Certificate of Aircraft Registration. A Certificate of Aircraft
* * * * * Registration issued in accordance with Sec. 48.110 for small
(b) The aircraft is operated exclusively in compliance with 49 unmanned aircraft to be operated exclusively in compliance with
U.S.C. 44809 and weighs 0.55 pounds or less on takeoff, including 49 U.S.C. 44809 constitutes registration for all the small un-
everything that is on board or otherwise attached to the aircraft; manned aircraft used exclusively for operations in compliance
or with 49 U.S.C. 44809 owned by the individual identified on the
application.
* * * * *
* * * * *
Sec. 48.25 Applicants. On page 42, revise paragraph (a) as (c) * * *
follows: (1) The holder of a Certificate of Aircraft Registration must
renew the Certificate by verifying, in a form and manner pre-
(a) To register a small unmanned aircraft in the United States scribed by the Administrator, that the information provided in
under this part, a person must provide the information required accordance with Sec. 48.110 is accurate and if it is not, provide
by Sec. 48.110 to the Registry in a form and manner prescribed updated information. The verification may take place at any time
by the Administrator. Upon submission of this information, the within the six months preceding the month in which the Certifi-
FAA issues a Certificate of Aircraft Registration to that person. cate of Aircraft registration expires.
* * * * * * * * * *
Sec. 48.30 Fees. On page 42, revise paragraphs (a) and (b) as
follows:
(a) The fee for issuing or renewing a Certificate of Aircraft
Registration as described in Sec. 48.100 is $5.00 per aircraft.
(b) The fee for issuing or renewing a Certificate of Aircraft
Registration as described in Sec. 48.105 is $5.00 per certificate.
* * * * *

Revise newly redesignated Sec. 48.110 as follows: On page 132, add new Part 89 as follows:
Sec. 48.110 Application.
PART 89—REMOTE IDENTIFICATION OF UNMANNED
(a) Required information. Each applicant for a Certificate of AIRCRAFT
Aircraft Registration issued under this part must submit all of the
following information to the Registry: For the text of Part 89, please see the e-CFR at
(1) Applicant’s name and, for an applicant other than an https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?
individual, the name of the authorized representative applying for SID=158e49ed906e7f8c409888e8f14200eb&mc=true&node=pt1
a Certificate of Aircraft Registration. 4.2.89&rgn=div5
(2) Applicant’s physical address and, for an applicant other
than an individual, the physical address of the authorized repre-
sentative. If the applicant or authorized representative cannot
receive mail at a physical address, then provide a mailing address. PART 91—GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES
(3) Applicant’s email address or, for applicants other than
individuals, the email address of the authorized representative. Sec. 91.215 ATC transponder and altitude reporting
(4) Applicant’s telephone number(s) and, for an applicant equipment and use. On page 158, revise paragraphs (b) and (c)
other than an individual, the telephone number(s) of the author- and add new paragraph (e) as follows:
ized representative. * * * * *
(5) The aircraft manufacturer and model name. (b) All airspace. Unless otherwise authorized or directed by
(6) For any standard remote identification unmanned aircraft, ATC, and except as provided in paragraph (e)(1) of this section,
the serial number issued by the manufacturer of the unmanned no person may operate an aircraft in the airspace described in
aircraft in accordance with the design and production require- paragraphs (b)(1) through (5) of this section, unless that aircraft
ments of part 89 of this chapter. The serial number provided in is equipped with an operable coded radar beacon transponder
this application must not be listed on more than one Certificate of having either Mode 3/A 4096 code capability, replying to Mode
Aircraft Registration at the same time. 3/A interrogations with the code specified by ATC, or a Mode S
(7) For any unmanned aircraft equipped with a remote iden- capability, replying to Mode 3/A interrogations with the code
tification broadcast module, the serial number issued by the specified by ATC and intermode and Mode S interrogations in
manufacturer of the remote identification broadcast module in accordance with the applicable provisions specified in TSO C-112,
accordance with the design and production requirements of part and that aircraft is equipped with automatic pressure altitude re-
89 of this chapter. An applicant may submit the serial number of porting equipment having a Mode C capability that automatically
more than one remote identification broadcast module as part of replies to Mode C interrogations by transmitting pressure altitude
the application for aircraft registration under Sec. 48.105. The information in 100-foot increments. The requirements of this par-
serial number of a remote identification broadcast module pro- agraph (b) apply to--
vided in this application must not be listed on more than one
Certificate of Aircraft Registration at the same time. * * * * *
(8) Other information as required by the Administrator. (c) Transponder-on operation. Except as provided in paragraph
(b) Provision of information. The information identified in para- (e)(2) of this section, while in the airspace as specified in para-
graph (a) of this section must be submitted to the Registry graph (b) of this section or in all controlled airspace, each person
through the web-based small unmanned aircraft registration operating an aircraft equipped with an operable ATC transponder
system in a form and manner prescribed by the Administrator. maintained in accordance with Sec. 91.413 shall operate the
transponder, including Mode C equipment if installed, and shall
(c) Issuance of Certificate of Aircraft Registration. The FAA will reply on the appropriate code or as assigned by ATC, unless
issue a Certificate of Aircraft Registration upon completion of the otherwise directed by ATC when transmitting would jeopardize
application requirements provided in paragraph (a) of this section. the safe execution of air traffic control functions.
Revise newly redesignated Sec. 48.115 paragraphs (a) and (b)(1) * * * * *
as follows: (e) Unmanned aircraft.
(1) The requirements of paragraph (b) of this section do not
Sec. 48.115 Requirement to maintain current information. apply to a person operating an unmanned aircraft under this part
unless the operation is conducted under a flight plan and the
(a) The holder of a Certificate of Aircraft Registration must person operating the unmanned aircraft maintains two-way
ensure that the information provided under Sec. 48.110 remains communication with ATC.
accurate.
(2) No person may operate an unmanned aircraft under this
(b) * * * part with a transponder on unless:
(1) A change in the information provided under Sec. 48.110. (i) The operation is conducted under a flight plan and the
* * * * * person operating the unmanned aircraft maintains two-way
communication with ATC; or
Sec. 48.200 General. On page 43, revise paragraph (b)(2) as (ii) The use of a transponder is otherwise authorized by
follows: the Administrator.
* * * * * * * * * *
(b) * * *
(2) If authorized by the Administrator, the small unmanned
aircraft serial number provided with the application for Certificate
of Aircraft Registration under Sec. 48.110(a).
* * * * *

Sec. 91.225 Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast PART 107—SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
(ADS-B) Out equipment and use. On pages 159-160, revise
paragraphs (a), (b), (d), and (f) and add new paragraph (i) as Sec. 107.1 Applicability. On page 237, revise Sec. 107.1 as
follows: follows:
(a) After January 1, 2020, unless otherwise authorized by ATC, (a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, this part
no person may operate an aircraft in Class A airspace unless the applies to the registration, airman certification, and operation of
aircraft has equipment installed that-- civil small unmanned aircraft systems within the United States.
* * * * * This part also applies to the eligibility of civil small unmanned air-
(b) After January 1, 2020, except as prohibited in paragraph craft systems to operate over human beings in the United States.
(i)(2) of this section or unless otherwise authorized by ATC, no (b) This part does not apply to the following:
person may operate an aircraft below 18,000 feet MSL and in (1) Air carrier operations;
airspace described in paragraph (d) of this section unless the (2) Any aircraft subject to the provisions of 49 U.S.C. 44809;
aircraft has equipment installed that-- (3) Any operation that the holder of an exemption under
* * * * * section 333 of Public Law 112-95 or 49 U.S.C. 44807 elects to
(d) After January 1, 2020, except as prohibited in paragraph conduct pursuant to the exemption, unless otherwise specified in
(i)(2) of this section or unless otherwise authorized by ATC, no the exemption; or
person may operate an aircraft in the following airspace unless (4) Any operation that a person elects to conduct under part
the aircraft has equipment installed that meets the requirements 91 of this chapter with a small unmanned aircraft system that has
in paragraph (b) of this section: been issued an airworthiness certificate.
* * * * *
(f) Except as prohibited in paragraph (i)(2) of this section, each On page 237, add new Sec. 107.2 as follows:
person operating an aircraft equipped with ADS-B Out must Sec. 107.2 Applicability of certification procedures for
operate this equipment in the transmit mode at all times unless-- products and articles.
* * * * *
(i) For unmanned aircraft: The provisions of part 21 of this chapter do not apply to small
unmanned aircraft systems operated under this part unless the
(1) No person may operate an unmanned aircraft under a small unmanned aircraft system will operate over human beings
flight plan and in two way communication with ATC unless: in accordance with Sec. 107.140.
(i) That aircraft has equipment installed that meets the
performance requirements in TSO-C166b or TSO-C154c; and
Sec. 107.3 Definitions. On page 237, add the definition of
(ii) The equipment meets the requirements of Sec. “Declaration of compliance” in alphabetical order as follows:
91.227.
(2) No person may operate an unmanned aircraft under * * * * *
this part with Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast Out Declaration of compliance means a record submitted to
equipment in transmit mode unless: the FAA that certifies the small unmanned aircraft conforms to the
(i) The operation is conducted under a flight plan and the Category 2 or Category 3 requirements under subpart D of this
person operating that unmanned aircraft maintains two-way part.
communication with ATC; or
* * * * *
(ii) The use of ADS-B Out is otherwise authorized by the
Administrator.
On page 237, revise the Sec. 107.5 section title and paragraph
* * * * * (b) as follows:
Sec. 107.5 Falsification, reproduction, or alteration.
* * * * *
(b) The commission by any person of an act prohibited under
paragraph (a) of this section is a basis for any of the following:
(1) Denial of an application for a remote pilot certificate or a
certificate of waiver;
(2) Denial of a declaration of compliance;
(3) Suspension or revocation of any certificate, waiver, or
declaration of compliance issued or accepted by the Adminis-
trator under this part and held by that person; or
(4) A civil penalty.

Sec. 107.7 Inspection, testing, and demonstration of On page 239, revise the Sec. 107.29 section title and paragraphs
compliance. On page 238, revise Sec. 107.7 as follows: (a) and (b) and add new paragraph (d) as follows:
(a) A remote pilot in command, owner, or person manipulating Sec. 107.29 Operation at night.
the flight controls of a small unmanned aircraft system must--
(1) Have in that person’s physical possession and readily (a) Except as provided in paragraph (d) of this section, no
accessible the remote pilot certificate with a small UAS rating and person may operate a small unmanned aircraft system at night
identification when exercising the privileges of that remote pilot unless--
certificate. (1) The remote pilot in command of the small unmanned
(2) Present his or her remote pilot certificate with a small aircraft has completed an initial knowledge test or training, as
UAS rating and identification that contains the information listed applicable, under Sec. 107.65 after March 1, 2021; and
at Sec. 107.67(b)(1) through (3) for inspection upon a request (2) The small unmanned aircraft has lighted anti-collision
from-- lighting visible for at least 3 statute miles that has a flash rate
(i) The Administrator; sufficient to avoid a collision. The remote pilot in command may
reduce the intensity of, but may not extinguish, the anti-collision
(ii) An authorized representative of the National Trans-
lighting if he or she determines that, because of operating condi-
portation Safety Board;
tions, it would be in the interest of safety to do so.
(iii) Any Federal, State, or local law enforcement officer;
(b) No person may operate a small unmanned aircraft system
or
during periods of civil twilight unless the small unmanned aircraft
(iv) An authorized representative of the Transportation has lighted anti-collision lighting visible for at least 3 statute miles
Security Administration. that has a flash rate sufficient to avoid a collision. The remote
(3) Make available, upon request, to the Administrator any pilot in command may reduce the intensity of, but may not
document, record, or report required to be kept under the extinguish, the anti-collision lighting if he or she determines that,
regulations of this chapter. because of operating conditions, it would be in the interest of
(b) The remote pilot in command, visual observer, owner, opera- safety to do so.
tor, or person manipulating the flight controls of a small unmanned
aircraft system must, upon request, allow the Administrator to * * * * *
make any test or inspection of the small unmanned aircraft (d) After May 17, 2021, no person may operate a small un-
system, the remote pilot in command, the person manipulating manned aircraft system at night in accordance with a certificate
the flight controls of a small unmanned aircraft system, and, if of waiver issued prior to March 16, 2021 under Sec. 107.200.
applicable, the visual observer to determine compliance with this The certificates of waiver issued prior to March 16, 2021 under
part. Sec. 107.200 that authorize deviation from Sec. 107.29 terminate
(c) Any person holding an FAA-accepted declaration of com- on May 17, 2021.
pliance under subpart D of this part must, upon request, make
available to the Administrator: Sec. 107.35 Operation of multiple small unmanned aircraft.
(1) The declaration of compliance required under subpart D On page 239, revise Sec. 107.35 as follows:
of this part; and A person may not manipulate flight controls or act as a remote
(2) Any other document, record, or report required to be kept pilot in command or visual observer in the operation of more than
under the regulations of this chapter. one unmanned aircraft at the same time.
(d) Any person holding an FAA-accepted declaration of com-
pliance under subpart D of this part must, upon request, allow the Sec. 107.39 Operation over human beings. On page 239,
Administrator to inspect its facilities, technical data, and any revise Sec. 107.39 as follows:
manufactured small UAS and witness any tests necessary to
determine compliance with that subpart. No person may operate a small unmanned aircraft over a human
being unless--
Sec. 107.19 Remote pilot in command. On page 238, revise (a) That human being is directly participating in the operation of
paragraph (c) as follows: the small unmanned aircraft;
(b) That human being is located under a covered structure or
* * * * * inside a stationary vehicle that can provide reasonable protection
(c) The remote pilot in command must ensure that the small from a falling small unmanned aircraft; or
unmanned aircraft will pose no undue hazard to other people, (c) The operation meets the requirements of at least one of the
other aircraft, or other property in the event of a loss of control of operational categories specified in subpart D of this part.
the small unmanned aircraft for any reason.
* * * * * Sec. 107.49 Preflight familiarization, inspection, and actions
for aircraft operation. On page 240, revise paragraphs (d) and
(e) and add new paragraph (f) as follows:
* * * * *
(d) If the small unmanned aircraft is powered, ensure that there
is enough available power for the small unmanned aircraft sys-
tem to operate for the intended operational time;
(e) Ensure that any object attached or carried by the small
unmanned aircraft is secure and does not adversely affect the
flight characteristics or controllability of the aircraft; and
(f) If the operation will be conducted over human beings under
subpart D of this part, ensure that the aircraft meets the require-
ments of Sec. 107.110, Sec. 107.120(a), Sec. 107.130(a), or
Sec. 107.140, as applicable.

On page 240, redesignate Sec. 107.53 as Sec. 107.56 and add Sec. 107.120 Category 2 operations: Eligibility of small
new Secs. 107.52 and 107.53 as follows: unmanned aircraft and other applicant requirements.
Sec. 107.52 ATC transponder equipment prohibition. (a) To be eligible for use in Category 2 operations, the small
unmanned aircraft must be designed, produced, or modified such
Unless otherwise authorized by the Administrator, no person that it--
may operate a small unmanned aircraft system under this part (1) Will not cause injury to a human being that is equivalent
with a transponder on. to or greater than the severity of injury caused by a transfer of 11
foot-pounds of kinetic energy upon impact from a rigid object;
Sec. 107.53 Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (2) Does not contain any exposed rotating parts that would
(ADS-B) Out prohibition. lacerate human skin upon impact with a human being; and
(3) Does not contain any safety defects.
Unless otherwise authorized by the Administrator, no person
may operate a small unmanned aircraft system under this part (b) The applicant for a declaration of compliance for a small
with ADS-B Out equipment in transmit mode. unmanned aircraft that is eligible for use in Category 2 operations
in accordance with paragraph (a) of this section, must meet all of
the following requirements for the applicant’s unmanned aircraft
On page 242, redesignate Subpart D as Subpart E and add new to be used in Category 2 operations:
Subpart D as follows: (1) Display a label on the small unmanned aircraft indicating
eligibility to conduct Category 2 operations. The label must be in
Subpart D--Operations Over Human Beings English and be legible, prominent, and permanently affixed to the
small unmanned aircraft.
Sec. 107.100 Applicability. (2) Have remote pilot operating instructions that apply to the
operation of the small unmanned aircraft system. The applicant
This subpart prescribes the eligibility and operating require- for a declaration of compliance must make available these instruc-
ments for civil small unmanned aircraft to operate over human tions upon sale or transfer of the aircraft or use of the aircraft by
beings or over moving vehicles in the United States, in addition to someone other than the applicant who submitted a declaration of
those operations permitted by Sec. 107.39(a) and (b). compliance pursuant to Sec. 107.160. Such instructions must
address, at a minimum--
Sec. 107.105 Limitations on operations over human beings. (i) A system description that includes the required small
unmanned aircraft system components, any system limitations,
Except as provided in Secs. 107.39(a) and (b) and 107.145, a and the declared category or categories of operation;
remote pilot in command may conduct operations over human (ii) Modifications that will not change the ability of the
beings only in accordance with the following, as applicable: Sec. small unmanned aircraft system to meet the requirements for the
107.110 for Category 1 operations; Secs. 107.115 and 107.120 category or categories of operation the small unmanned aircraft
for Category 2 operations; Secs. 107.125 and 107.130 for Cate- system is eligible to conduct; and
gory 3 operations; or Sec. 107.140 for Category 4 operations. (iii) Instructions for how to verify and change the mode
or configuration of the small unmanned aircraft system, if they
Sec. 107.110 Category 1 operations. are variable.
(3) Maintain a product support and notification process. The
To conduct Category 1 operations-- applicant for a declaration of compliance must maintain product
(a) A remote pilot in command must use a small unmanned support and notification procedures to notify the public and the
aircraft that-- FAA of--
(1) Weighs 0.55 pounds or less on takeoff and throughout (i) Any defect or condition that causes the small unmanned
the duration of each operation under Category 1, including every- aircraft to no longer meet the requirements of this subpart; and
thing that is on board or otherwise attached to the aircraft; and (ii) Any identified safety defect that causes the small un-
(b) Does not contain any exposed rotating parts that would manned aircraft to exceed a low probability of casualty.
lacerate human skin upon impact with a human being.
(c) No remote pilot in command may operate a small un- Sec. 107.125 Category 3 operations: Operating requirements.
manned aircraft in sustained flight over open-air assemblies of
human beings unless the operation meets the requirements of To conduct Category 3 operations, a remote pilot in command--
either Sec. 89.110 or Sec. 89.115(a) of this chapter. (a) Must use a small unmanned aircraft that--
(1) Is eligible for Category 3 operations pursuant to Sec.
Sec. 107.115 Category 2 operations: Operating 107.130(a);
requirements. (2) Is listed on a current declaration of compliance as eligible
for Category 3 operations in accordance with Sec. 107.160; and
To conduct Category 2 operations-- (3) Is labeled as eligible for Category 3 operations in accord-
(a) A remote pilot in command must use a small unmanned ance with Sec. 107.130(b)(1);
aircraft that-- (b) Must not operate the small unmanned aircraft over open-air
(1) Is eligible for Category 2 operations pursuant to Sec. assemblies of human beings; and
107.120(a); (c) May only operate the small unmanned aircraft above any
(2) Is listed on an FAA-accepted declaration of compliance human being if operation meets one of the following conditions:
as eligible for Category 2 operations in accordance with Sec. (1) The operation is within or over a closed- or restricted-
107.160; and access site and all human beings located within the closed- or
(3) Is labeled as eligible to conduct Category 2 operations in restricted-access site must be on notice that a small unmanned
accordance with Sec. 107.120(b)(1). aircraft may fly over them; or
(b) No remote pilot in command may operate a small un- (2) The small unmanned aircraft does not maintain sus-
manned aircraft in sustained flight over open-air assemblies of tained flight over any human being unless that human being is--
human beings unless the operation meets the requirements of (i) Directly participating in the operation of the small un-
either Sec. 89.110 or Sec. 89.115(a) of this chapter. manned aircraft; or
(ii) Located under a covered structure or inside a station-
ary vehicle that can provide reasonable protection from a falling
small unmanned aircraft.

Sec. 107.130 Category 3 operations: Eligibility of small Sec. 107.140 Category 4 operations.
unmanned aircraft and other applicant requirements.
(a) Remote pilot in command requirements. To conduct Cate-
(a) To be eligible for use in Category 3 operations, the small gory 4 operations--
unmanned aircraft must be designed, produced, or modified such (1) A remote pilot in command--
that it-- (i) Must use a small unmanned aircraft that is eligible for
(1) Will not cause injury to a human being that is equivalent Category 4 operations pursuant to paragraph (b) of this section; and
to or greater than the severity of the injury caused by a transfer of (ii) Must operate the small unmanned aircraft in accord-
25 foot-pounds of kinetic energy upon impact from a rigid object; ance with all operating limitations that apply to the small unmanned
(2) Does not contain any exposed rotating parts that would aircraft, as specified by the Administrator.
lacerate human skin upon impact with a human being; and (2) No remote pilot in command may operate a small un-
(3) Does not contain any safety defects. manned aircraft in sustained flight over open-air assemblies of
(b) The applicant for a declaration of compliance for a small human beings unless the operation meets the requirements of
unmanned aircraft that is eligible for use in Category 3 operations either Sec. 89.110 or Sec. 89.115(a) of this chapter.
in accordance with paragraph (a) of this section, must meet all of (b) Small unmanned aircraft requirements for Category 4. To be
the following requirements for the applicant’s small unmanned eligible to operate over human beings under this section, the
aircraft to be used in Category 3 operations: small unmanned aircraft must--
(1) Display a label on the small unmanned aircraft indicating (1) Have an airworthiness certificate issued under part 21 of
eligibility to conduct Category 3 operations. The label must be in this chapter.
English and be legible, prominent, and permanently affixed to the (2) Be operated in accordance with the operating limitations
small unmanned aircraft. specified in the approved Flight Manual or as otherwise specified
(2) Have remote pilot operating instructions that apply to the by the Administrator. The operating limitations must not prohibit
operation of the small unmanned aircraft system. The applicant operations over human beings.
for a declaration of compliance must make available these (3) Have maintenance, preventive maintenance, alterations,
instructions upon sale or transfer of the aircraft or use of the or inspections performed in accordance with paragraph (c)(1) of
aircraft by someone other than the applicant who submitted a this section.
declaration of compliance pursuant to Sec. 107.160. Such (c) Maintenance requirements for Category 4. The owner must
instructions must address, at a minimum-- (unless the owner enters into an agreement with an operator to
(i) A system description that includes the required small meet the requirements of this paragraph (c), then the operator
unmanned aircraft system components, any system limitations, must) meet the requirements of this paragraph (c):
and the declared category or categories of operation; (1) Ensure the person performing any maintenance, preven-
(ii) Modifications that will not change the ability of the tive maintenance, alterations, or inspections:
small unmanned aircraft system to meet the requirements for the (i) Uses the methods, techniques, and practices pre-
category or categories of operation the small unmanned aircraft scribed in the manufacturer’s current maintenance manual or
system is eligible to conduct; and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness that are acceptable to
(iii) Instructions for how to verify and change the mode the Administrator, or other methods, techniques, and practices
or configuration of the small unmanned aircraft system, if they acceptable to the Administrator;
are variable. (ii) Has the knowledge, skill, and appropriate equipment
(3) Maintain a product support and notification process. The to perform the work;
applicant for a declaration of compliance must maintain product (iii) Performs the maintenance, preventive maintenance,
support and notification procedures to notify the public and the or alterations on the small unmanned aircraft in a manner using
FAA of-- the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the manufac-
(i) Any defect or condition that causes the small un- turer’s current maintenance manual or Instructions for Continued
manned aircraft to no longer meet the requirements of this subpart; Airworthiness prepared by its manufacturer, or other methods,
and techniques, and practices acceptable to the Administrator;
(ii) Any identified safety defect that causes the small un- (iv) Inspects the small unmanned aircraft in accordance
manned aircraft to exceed a low probability of fatality. with the manufacturer’s instructions or other instructions accept-
able to the Administrator; and
Sec. 107.135 Labeling by remote pilot in command for (v) Performs the maintenance, preventive maintenance,
Category 2 and 3 operations. or alterations using parts of such a quality that the condition of
the aircraft will be at least equal to its original or properly altered
If a Category 2 or Category 3 label affixed to a small unmanned condition.
aircraft is damaged, destroyed, or missing, a remote pilot in
(2) Maintain all records of maintenance, preventive mainte-
command must label the aircraft in English such that the label is
nance, and alterations performed on the aircraft and ensure the
legible, prominent, and will remain on the small unmanned
records are documented in a manner acceptable to the Admin-
aircraft for the duration of the operation before conducting oper-
istrator. The records must contain the description of the work
ations over human beings. The label must correctly identify the
performed, the date the work was completed, and the name of
category or categories of operation over human beings that the
the person who performed the work.
small unmanned aircraft is qualified to conduct in accordance
with this subpart. (3) Maintain all records containing--
(i) The status of life-limited parts that are installed on, or
part of, the small unmanned aircraft;
(ii) The inspection status of the aircraft; and
(iii) The status of applicable airworthiness directives
including the method of compliance, the airworthiness directive
number, and revision date. If the airworthiness directive involves
recurring action, the record must contain the time and date of the
next required action.

(4) Retain the records required under paragraphs (c)(2) and (2) Compliance explanation. Explanation of how application
(3) of this section, as follows: of the means of compliance fulfills the requirements of Sec.
(i) The records documenting maintenance, preventive 107.120(a) for operations in Category 2 or the requirements of
maintenance, or alterations performed must be retained for 1 Sec. 107.130(a) for operations in Category 3.
year from when the work is completed or until the maintenance is (c) FAA acceptance. If the FAA determines the applicant has
repeated or superseded by other work. demonstrated compliance with paragraphs (a) and (b) of this
(ii) The records documenting the status of life-limited section, it will notify the applicant that it has accepted the means
parts, compliance with airworthiness directives, and inspection of compliance.
status of the small unmanned aircraft must be retained and trans- (d) Rescission.
ferred with the aircraft upon change in ownership. (1) A means of compliance is subject to ongoing review by
(5) Ensure all records under paragraphs (c)(2) and (3) of the Administrator. The Administrator may rescind its acceptance
this section are available for inspection upon request from the of a means of compliance if the Administrator determines that a
Administrator or any authorized representative of the National means of compliance does not meet any or all of the require-
Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). ments of this subpart.
(d) Compliance with parts 43 and 91 of this chapter. Compli- (2) The Administrator will publish a notice of rescission in
ance with part 43 and part 91, subpart E, of this chapter fulfills the Federal Register.
the requirements in paragraphs (b)(4) and (c) of this section. (e) Inapplicability of part 13, subpart D, of this chapter. Part 13,
subpart D, of this chapter does not apply to the procedures of
Sec. 107.145 Operations over moving vehicles. paragraph (a) of this section.
No person may operate a small unmanned aircraft over a Sec. 107.160 Declaration of compliance.
human being located inside a moving vehicle unless the following
conditions are met: (a) Required information. In order for an applicant to declare a
(a) The operation occurs in accordance with Sec. 107.110 for small unmanned aircraft is compliant with the requirements of
Category 1 operations; Sec. 107.115 for Category 2 operations; this subpart for Category 2 or Category 3 operations, an appli-
Sec. 107.125 for Category 3 operations; or Sec. 107.140 for Cat- cant must submit a declaration of compliance for acceptance by
egory 4 operations. the FAA, in a manner specified by the Administrator, that includes
(b) For an operation under Category 1, Category 2, or Category the following information:
3, the small unmanned aircraft, throughout the operation-- (1) Applicant’s name;
(1) Must remain within or over a closed- or restricted-access (2) Applicant’s physical address;
site, and all human beings located inside a moving vehicle within (3) Applicant’s email address;
the closed- or restricted-access site must be on notice that a (4) The small unmanned aircraft make and model name,
small unmanned aircraft may fly over them; or and series, if applicable;
(2) Must not maintain sustained flight over moving vehicles. (5) The small unmanned aircraft serial number or range of
(c) For a Category 4 operation, the small unmanned aircraft serial numbers that are the subject of the declaration of compli-
must-- ance;
(1) Have an airworthiness certificate issued under part 21 of (6) Whether the declaration of compliance is an initial decla-
this chapter. ration or an amended declaration;
(2) Be operated in accordance with the operating limitations (7) If the declaration of compliance is an amended declara-
specified in the approved Flight Manual or as otherwise specified tion, the reason for the re-submittal;
by the Administrator. The operating limitations must not prohibit (8) The accepted means of compliance the applicant used to
operations over human beings located inside moving vehicles. fulfill requirements of Sec. 107.120(a) or Sec. 107.130(a) or both;
(9) A declaration that the applicant--
Sec. 107.150 Variable mode and variable configuration of (i) Has demonstrated that the small unmanned aircraft,
small unmanned aircraft systems. or specific configurations of that aircraft, satisfies Sec. 107.120(a)
or Sec. 107.130(a) or both, through the accepted means of com-
A small unmanned aircraft system may be eligible for one or
pliance identified in paragraph (a)(8) of this section;
more categories of operation over human beings under this sub-
part, as long as a remote pilot in command cannot inadvertently (ii) Has verified that the unmanned aircraft does not con-
switch between modes or configurations. tain any safety defects;
(iii) Has satisfied Sec. 107.120(b)(3) or Sec. 107.130(b)(3),
or both; and
Sec. 107.155 Means of compliance.
(iv) Will, upon request, allow the Administrator to inspect
(a) Establishment of compliance. To meet the requirements of its facilities, technical data, and any manufactured small un-
Sec. 107.120(a) for operations in Category 2, or the requirements manned aircraft and witness any tests necessary to determine
of Sec. 107.130(a) for operations in Category 3, the means of compliance with this subpart; and
compliance must consist of test, analysis, or inspection. (10) Other information as required by the Administrator.
(b) Required information. An applicant requesting FAA accept- (b) FAA acceptance. If the FAA determines the applicant has
ance of a means of compliance must submit the following infor- demonstrated compliance with the requirements of this subpart, it
mation to the FAA in a manner specified by the Administrator: will notify the applicant that it has accepted the declaration of
(1) Procedures. Detailed description of the means of compli- compliance.
ance, including applicable test, analysis, or inspection procedures (c) Notification of a safety issue. Prior to initiating rescission
to demonstrate how the small unmanned aircraft meets the proceedings pursuant to paragraphs (d)(1) through (3) of this
requirements of Sec. 107.120(a) for operations in Category 2 or section, the FAA will notify the applicant if a safety issue has
the requirements of Sec. 107.130(a) for operations in Category 3. been identified for the declaration of compliance.
The description should include conditions, environments, and
methods, as applicable.

(d) Rescission. Sec. 107.165 Record retention.

(1) No person may operate a small unmanned aircraft identi-
fied on a declaration of compliance that the FAA has rescinded (a) A person who submits a declaration of compliance under
pursuant to this subpart while that declaration of compliance is this subpart must retain and make available to the Administrator,
rescinded. upon request, the information described in paragraph (a)(1) of
this section for the period of time described in paragraph (a)(2) of
(2) The FAA may rescind a declaration of compliance if any
this section.
of the following conditions occur:
(1) All supporting information used to demonstrate the small
(i) A small unmanned aircraft for which a declaration of
unmanned aircraft meets the requirements of Secs. 107.120(a),
compliance was accepted no longer complies with Sec. 107.120(a)
for operations in Category 2, and 107.130(a), for operations in
or Sec. 107.130(a);
Category 3.
(ii) The FAA finds a declaration of compliance is in viola-
(2) The following time periods apply:
tion of Sec. 107.5(a); or
(i) If the person who submits a declaration of compliance
(iii) The Administrator determines an emergency exists re-
produces a small unmanned aircraft, that person must retain the
lated to safety in accordance with the authority in 49 U.S.C. 46105.
information described in paragraph (a)(1) of this section for two
(3) If a safety issue identified under paragraph (c) of this years after the cessation of production of the small unmanned
section has not been resolved, the FAA may rescind the decla- aircraft system for which the person declared compliance.
ration of compliance as follows:
(ii) If the person who submits a declaration of compli-
(i) The FAA will issue a notice proposing to rescind the ance designs or modifies a small unmanned aircraft, that person
declaration of compliance. The notice will set forth the Agency’s must retain the information described in paragraph (a)(1) of this
basis for the proposed rescission and provide the holder of the section for two years after the person submitted the declaration
declaration of compliance with 30 calendar days from the date of of compliance.
issuance of the proposed notice to submit evidentiary information
(b) A person who submits a means of compliance under this
to refute the proposed notice.
subpart must retain and make available to the Administrator, upon
(ii) The holder of the declaration of compliance must request, and for as long as the means of compliance remains
submit information demonstrating how the small unmanned air- accepted, the detailed description of the means of compliance
craft meets the requirements of this subpart within 30 calendar and justification showing how the means of compliance meets
days from the date of issuance of the proposed notice. the requirements of Secs. 107.120(a), for operations in Category 2,
(iii) If the FAA does not receive the information required and 107.130(a), for operations in Category 3.
by paragraph (d)(3)(ii) of this section within 30 calendar days
from the date of the issuance of the proposed notice, the FAA will
Sec. 107.205 List of regulations subject to waiver. On page
issue a notice rescinding the declaration of compliance.
242, revise paragraph (b) and add new paragraph (j) as follows:
(4) If the Administrator determines that an emergency exists
in accordance with paragraph (d)(2)(iii) of this section, the FAA * * * * *
will exercise its authority under 49 U.S.C. 46105(c) to issue an (b) Section 107.29(a)(2) and (b)--Anti-collision light required for
order rescinding a declaration of compliance without initiating the operations at night and during periods of civil twilight.
process in paragraph (d)(3) of this section.
(e) Petition to reconsider the rescission of a declaration of * * * * *
compliance. A person subject to an order of rescission under par- (j) Section 107.145--Operations over moving vehicles.
agraph (d)(3) of this section may petition the FAA to reconsider
the rescission of a declaration of compliance by submitting a
request to the FAA in a manner specified by the Administrator
within 60 days of the date of issuance of the rescission.
(1) A petition to reconsider the rescission of a declaration of
compliance must demonstrate at least one of the following:
(i) A material fact that was not present in the original
response to the notification of the safety issue and an explana-
tion for why it was not present in the original response;
(ii) The FAA made a material factual error in the decision
to rescind the declaration of compliance; or
(iii) The FAA did not correctly interpret a law, regulation,
or precedent.
(2) Upon consideration of the information submitted under
paragraph (e)(1) of this section, the FAA will issue a notice either
affirming the rescission or withdrawing the rescission.
(f) Inapplicability of part 13, subpart D, of this chapter. Part 13,
subpart D, of this chapter does not apply to the procedures of
paragraphs (d) and (e) of this section.

December 31, 2020 7-1-14. ATC INFLIGHT WEATHER AVOIDANCE ASSISTANCE –

This change deletes inflight contingency procedures that will be
out of date in subparagraph 7-1-14 c. The procedures will be
Aeronautical Information Manual updated in the AIP, where they belong.
Change 3
EDITORIAL CHANGES –
Effective December 31, 2020 Editorial changes include the removal of a reference to a
canceled Advisory Circular in paragraph 4-1-10. Another editorial
change updates U.S. State Department contact information in
paragraph 5-6-8. An editorial change removes an unnecessary
EXPLANATION OF CHANGES “is” in paragraph 4-5-7. Finally, a reference to “56 weeks” in
paragraph 9-1-4 was corrected to “56 days.”
1-1-8. NAVIGATIONAL AID (NAVAID) SERVICE VOLUMES –
This paragraph has been completely rewritten. Significant PILOT/CONTROLLER GLOSSARY –
changes include an updated explanation of Standard Service Terms have been added, deleted, or modified within the glossary.
Volumes (SSVs) and how they are used in a PBN NAS, revised
tables that incorporate new classes of VOR and DME, and new
graphics depicting the new SSVs placed appropriately with ENTIRE PUBLICATION –
corresponding text. Editorial/format changes were made where necessary.
1-1-9. INSTRUMENT LANDING SYSTEM (ILS);

4-1-3. FLIGHT SERVICE STATIONS; Chapter 1. AIR NAVIGATION
7-1-2. FAA WEATHER SERVICES;
7-1-5. PREFLIGHT BRIEFING; 1-1-8. NAVIGATIONAL AID (NAVAID) SERVICE VOLUMES:
7-1-8. TELEPHONE INFORMATION BRIEFING SERVICE On pages 463-465, revise whole paragraph, including the
(TIBS) (ALASKA ONLY); paragraph title, as follows:
7-1-9. TRANSCRIBED WEATHER BROADCAST (TWEB) 1-1-8. NAVAID SERVICE VOLUMES
(ALASKA ONLY);
7-6-6. MOUNTAIN FLYING; a. The FAA publishes Standard Service Volumes (SSVs) for
APPENDIX 3. ABBREVIATIONS/ACRONYMS – most NAVAIDs. The SSV is a three-dimensional volume within
This change removes references to TIBS and TWEB as these which the FAA ensures that a signal can be received with
services are no longer provided by Flight Service. adequate signal strength and course quality, and is free from
interference from other NAVAIDs on similar frequencies (e.g., co-
channel or adjacent-channel interference). However, the SSV
1-1-18. WIDE AREA AUGMENTATION SYSTEM (WAAS); signal protection does not include potential blockage from terrain
5-1-9. INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT PLAN (FAA FORM 7233-4) – or obstructions. The SSV is principally intended for off-route
IFR FLIGHTS (FOR DOMESTIC OR INTERNATIONAL navigation, such as proceeding direct to or from a VOR when not
FLIGHTS); on a published instrument procedure or route. Navigation on pub-
5-3-1. ARTCC COMMUNICATIONS – lished instrument procedures (e.g., approaches or departures)
This change removes references to Multi-Function Transport or routes (e.g., Victor routes) may use NAVAIDs outside of the
Satellite (MTSAT). SSV, when Extended Service Volume (ESV) is approved, since
adequate signal strength, course quality, and freedom from inter-
2-1-6. RUNWAY STATUS LIGHT (RWSL) SYSTEM; ference are verified by the FAA prior to the publishing of the
2-1-7. STAND-ALONE FINAL APPROACH RUNWAY instrument procedure or route.
OCCUPANCY SIGNAL (FAROS) –
NOTE−
This change deletes verbiage related to Final Approach Runway A conical area directly above the NAVAID is generally not usable
Occupancy Signal (FAROS) and Runway Intersection Light (RIL) for navigation.
systems content, including revision of figures representing their
removal. b. A NAVAID will have service volume restrictions if it does not
conform to signal strength and course quality standards through-
5-4-13. SIMULTANEOUS APPROACHES TO PARALLEL out the published SSV. Service volume restrictions are first
RUNWAYS; published in Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) and then with the
5-4-16. SIMULTANEOUS CLOSE PARALLEL PRM alphabetical listing of the NAVAIDs in the Chart Supplement.
APPROACHES AND SIMULTANEOUS OFFSET INSTRUMENT Service volume restrictions do not generally apply to published
APPROACHES (SOIA) – instrument procedures or routes unless published in NOTAMs for
The minimum distance between parallel runways that permits the affected instrument procedure or route.
simultaneous independent approaches has been reduced from c. VOR/DME/TACAN Standard Service Volumes (SSV).
3000 feet to 2500 feet, along with the need for high update rate
surveillance. FIG 5-4-20 and FIG 5-4-23 have been updated to 1. The three original SSVs are shown in FIG 1-1-1 and are
reflect this change. designated with three classes of NAVAIDs: Terminal (T), Low (L),
and High (H). The usable distance of the NAVAID depends on the
6-1-1. PILOT RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY – altitude Above the Transmitter Height (ATH) for each class. The
Because these systems are programmed to make decisions that lower edge of the usable distance when below 1,000 feet ATH is
would normally fall upon the pilot-in-command and to deviate as shown in FIG 1-1-2 for Terminal NAVAIDs and in FIG 1-1-3 for
necessary to save lives and property, this change is to make the Low and High NAVAIDs.
controller aware that an emergency autoland system or an
emergency descent mode system may be in control of the
aircraft.

Original Standard Service Volumes
FIG 1-1-1
Lower Edge of the Terminal Service Volume (in altitude ATH)
FIG 1-1-2
Lower Edge of Low and High Service Volumes (in altitude ATH)
FIG 1-1-3

New VOR Service Volumes
FIG 1-1-4
New DME Service Volumes
FIG 1-1-5
2. With the progression of navigation capabilities to Perform- NOTE−

ance Based Navigation (PBN), additional capabilities for off-route [1] In the past, NAVAIDs at one location typically all had the
navigation are necessary. For example, the VOR MON (See same SSV. For example, a VORTAC typically had a High (H)
paragraph 1-1-3f.) requires the use of VORs at 5,000 feet AGL, SSV for the VOR, the TACAN azimuth, and the TACAN DME, or
which is beyond the original SSV ranges. Additionally, PBN pro- a Low (L) or Terminal (T) SSV for all three. A VOR/DME typically
cedures using DME require extended ranges. As a result, the FAA had a High (H), Low (L), or Terminal (T) for both the VOR and the
created four additional SSVs. Two of the new SSVs are associ- DME. A common SSV may no longer be the case at all locations.
ated with VORs: VOR Low (VL) and VOR High (VH), as shown in A VOR/DME, for example, could have an SSV of VL for the VOR
FIG 1-1-4. The other two new SSVs are associated with DME: and DH for the DME, or other combinations.
DME Low (DL) and DME High (DH), as shown in FIG 1-1-5. The
SSV at altitudes below 1,000 feet for the VL and VH are the [2] The TACAN azimuth will only be classified as T, L, or H.
same as FIG 1-1-3. The SSVs at altitudes below 12,900 feet for
the DL and DH SSVs correspond to a conservative estimate of
the DME radio line of sight (RLOS) coverage at each altitude (not
including possible terrain blockage).

3. TBL 1-1-1 is a tabular summary of the VOR, DME, and

TACAN NAVAID SSVs, not including altitudes below 1,000 feet
ATH for VOR and TACAN Azimuth, and not including ranges for
altitudes below 12,900 feet for TACAN and DME.
VOR/DME/TACAN Standard Service Volumes
SSV Designator Altitude and Range Boundaries
T (Terminal) From 1,000 feet ATH up to and including 12,000 feet ATH at radial distances out to 25 NM.
L (Low Altitude) From 1,000 feet ATH up to and including 18,000 feet ATH at radial distances out to 40 NM.
H (High Altitude) From 1,000 feet ATH up to and including 14,500 feet ATH at radial distances out to 40 NM. From 14,500 ATH up to and
including 60,000 feet at radial distances out to 100 NM. From 18,000 feet ATH up to and including 45,000 feet ATH at radial
distances out to 130 NM.
VL (VOR Low) From 1,000 feet ATH up to but not including 5,000 feet ATH at radial distances out to 40 NM. From 5,000 feet ATH up to but
not including 18,000 feet ATH at radial distances out to 70 NM.
VH (VOR High) From 1,000 feet ATH up to but not including 5,000 feet ATH at radial distances out to 40 NM. From 5,000 feet ATH up to but
not including 14,500 feet ATH at radial distances out to 70 NM. From 14,500 ATH up to and including 60,000 feet at radial
distances out to 100 NM. From 18,000 feet ATH up to and including 45,000 feet ATH at radial distances out to 130 NM.
DL (DME Low) For altitudes up to 12,900 feet ATH at a radial distance corresponding to the LOS to the NAVAID. From 12,900 feet ATH up
to but not including 18,000 feet ATH at radial distances out to 130 NM.
DH (DME High) For altitudes up to 12,900 feet ATH at a radial distance corresponding to the LOS to the NAVAID. From 12,900 ATH up to
and including 60,000 feet at radial distances out to 100 NM. From 12,900 feet ATH up to and including 45,000 feet ATH at
radial distances out to 130 NM.
TBL 1-1-1
d. Nondirectional Radio Beacon (NDB) SSVs. NDBs are classi- Chapter 2. AERONAUTICAL LIGHTING AND OTHER
fied according to their intended use. The ranges of NDB service AIRPORT VISUAL AIDS
volumes are shown in TBL 1-1-2. The distance (radius) is the
same at all altitudes for each class. 2-1-6. RUNWAY STATUS LIGHT (RWSL) SYSTEM: On
NDB Service Volumes pages 519-522, remove references to RIL and FAROS; revise
FIG 2-1-9; delete subparagraphs d.-e. and redesignate
Class Distance (Radius) (NM) subsequent subparagraphs accordingly and decrease numbering
Compass Locator 15 for figures starting with old FIG 2-1-12 (due to the removal of old
MH 25 paragraph 2-1-7 as described in the next section) as follows:
H 50* a. Introduction: RWSL is a fully automated system that provides
HH 75 runway status information to pilots and surface vehicle operators
to clearly indicate when it is unsafe to enter, cross, takeoff from,
*Service ranges of individual facilities may be less than or land on a runway. The RWSL system processes information
50 nautical miles (NM). Restrictions to service volumes are first from surveillance systems and activates Runway Entrance Lights
published as a Notice to Airmen and then with the alphabetical (REL) and Takeoff Hold Lights (THL), in accordance with the
listing of the NAVAID in the Chart Supplement U.S. position and velocity of the detected surface traffic and approach
TBL 1-1-2 traffic. REL and THL are in-pavement light fixtures that are
directly visible to pilots and surface vehicle operators. RWSL is
1-1-9. INSTRUMENT LANDING SYSTEM (ILS): On page 467, an independent safety enhancement that does not substitute for
remove the last sentence regarding TWEB from subparagraph or convey an ATC clearance. * * *
g.1.
b. Runway Entrance Lights (REL): * * * one additional light at
the runway centerline is in line with the last two lights before the
1-1-18. WIDE AREA AUGMENTATION SYSTEM (WAAS): On runway edge (see FIG 2-1-9 and FIG 2-1-10, also in color on
page 478, remove the reference to Japan’s Multi-functional page 492). * * *
Transport Satellite (MTSAT) from subparagraph a.2. as follows:
* * * * *
a. General c. Takeoff Hold Lights (THL): * * * THLs extend for 1,500 feet
* * * * * in front of the holding aircraft starting at a point 375 feet from the
2. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has departure threshold (see FIG 2-1-11, also in color on page 493).
defined Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) for * * *
satellite-based augmentation systems (SBAS) such as WAAS. * * * * *
India and Europe are building similar systems: EGNOS, the
European Geostationary Navigation Overlay System; and India’s
GPS and Geo-Augmented Navigation (GAGAN) system. The
merging of these systems will create an expansive navigation
capability similar to GPS, but with greater accuracy, availability,
and integrity.
* * * * *

Runway Status Light System
FIG 2-1-9
d. Pilot Actions: Chapter 4. AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL
* * * * *
2. Pilots must always inform the ATCT when they have 4-1-3. FLIGHT SERVICE STATIONS: On page 551, remove the
stopped due to an RWSL indication that is in conflict with ATC reference to TWEB as follows:
instructions. Pilots must request clarification of the taxi or takeoff * * * In Alaska, designated FSSs also take weather observa-
clearance. tions, and provide Airport Advisory Services (AAS).
* * * * *
e. ATC Control of RWSL System: 4-1-10. IFR APPROACHES/GROUND VEHICLE OPERATIONS:
On page 554, delete the last sentence regarding AC 150/5340-27
1. Controllers can set in-pavement lights to one of five (5) from subparagraph c.
brightness levels to assure maximum conspicuity under all visi-
bility and lighting conditions. REL and THL subsystems may be 4-3-7. LOW LEVEL WIND SHEAR/MICROBURST DETECTION
independently set. SYSTEMS: On page 573, change subparagraph b.
2. System lights can be disabled should RWSL operations REFERENCE from “Paragraph 7-1-26” to “Para 7-1-24.”
impact the efficient movement of air traffic or contribute, in the
opinion of the assigned ATC Manager, to unsafe operations. REL 4-3-19. TAXI DURING LOW VISIBILITY: On page 580, change
and THL light fixtures may be disabled separately. Whenever the subparagraph c. NOTE reference from “Paragraph 2-1-11” to
system or a component is disabled, a NOTAM must be issued, “Paragraph 2-1-10.”
and the Automatic Terminal Information System (ATIS) must be
updated. 4-3-26. OPERATIONS AT UNCONTROLLED AIRPORTS WITH
AUTOMATED SURFACE OBSERVING SYSTEM (ASOS)/
2-1-7. STAND-ALONE FINAL APPROACH RUNWAY AUTOMATED WEATHER OBSERVING SYSTEM (AWOS): On
OCCUPANCY SIGNAL (FAROS): On pages 522-523, delete page 584, change subparagraph c. REFERENCE from
whole paragraph, including old FIG 2-1-10 and FIG 2-1-11. “Paragraph 7-1-12” to “Para 7-1-10.”
Redesignate subsequent paragraphs and figures accordingly.
4-5-7. AUTOMATIC DEPENDENT SURVEILLANCE-
2-1-11. TAXIWAY LIGHTS: On page 525, redesignate as BROADCAST (ADS-B) SERVICES: On page 602, revise sub-
paragraph 2-1-10 and change subparagraph d. NOTE reference paragraph a.2. to remove “is” from the first sentence as follows:
from “paragraph 2-1-11c” to “paragraph 2-1-10c.”
a. Introduction
* * * * *
2. In the United States, ADS-B equipped aircraft exchange
information on one of two frequencies: 978 or 1090 MHz. * * *
* * * * *
4-5-9. FLIGHT INFORMATION SERVICE-BROADCAST
(FIS-B): On page 605, change subparagraph b. REFERENCE
from “Paragraph 7-1-11” to “Para 7-1-9.”
Chapter 5. AIR TRAFFIC PROCEDURES 5-1-9. INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT PLAN (FAA FORM 7233-4) –
IFR FLIGHTS (FOR DOMESTIC OR INTERNATIONAL
5-1-8. FLIGHT PLAN (FAA FORM 7233-1) – DOMESTIC IFR FLIGHTS): On page 630, revise TBL 5-1-4 by changing item J6
FLIGHTS: On page 624, change “that” to “the” in the first from “CPDLC FANS 1/A SATCOM (MTSAT)” to “Reserved” and
sentence of subparagraph c.2. and revise the REFERENCE as item M2 from “ATC RTF (MTSAT)” to “Reserved.”
follows:
5-3-1. ARTCC COMMUNICATIONS: On page 653, remove
* * * * * reference to MTSAT in subparagraph d. as follows:
c. Direct Flights
* * * * *
* * * * * d. Oakland Oceanic FIR. The use of CPDLC and ADS-C in the
2. The azimuth feature of VOR aids and the azimuth and dis- Oakland Oceanic FIR (KZAK) is only permitted by Inmarsat and
tance (DME) features of VORTAC and TACAN aids are assigned Iridium customers. * * *
certain frequency protected areas of airspace which are intended
for application to established airway and route use, and to pro- * * * * *
vide guidance for planning flights outside of established airways
or routes. * * * 5-3-3. ADDITIONAL REPORTS: On page 654, change subpara-
graph b. REFERENCE from “Paragraph 7-1-20” to “Para 7-1-18.”
REFERENCE–
AIM, Para 1-1-8, NAVAID Service Volumes. 5-4-13. SIMULTANEOUS APPROACHES TO PARALLEL
* * * * * RUNWAYS: On page 689, revise the PRM Approaches section of
FIG 5-4-20 as follows:
Simultaneous Approaches
(Approach Courses Parallel and Offset between 2.5 and 3.0 degrees)
FIG 5-4-20

5-4-16. SIMULTANEOUS CLOSE PARALLEL PRM

APPROACHES AND SIMULTANEOUS OFFSET INSTRUMENT
APPROACHES (SOIA): On page 694, revise FIG 5-4-23 as
follows:
PRM Approaches
Simultaneous Close Parallel
FIG 5-4-23
5-6-8. FOREIGN STATE AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS: On Chapter 6. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

page 716, revise the U.S. State Department contact information
in subparagraphs b.1.-2. as follows: 6-1-1. PILOT RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY: On
* * * * * page 723, add new NOTE under subparagraph a. as follows:
b. Diplomatic Clearances. * * * a. * * *
1. Information about diplomatic clearances is available at the NOTE−
U.S. State Department website https://www.state.gov/diplomatic- In the event of a pilot incapacitation, an Emergency Autoland
aircraft-clearance-procedures-for-foreign-state-aircraft-to-operate- system or an emergency descent system may assume operation
in-united-states-national-airspace/ (lower case only). of the aircraft and deviate to meet that emergency.
2. A diplomatic clearance may be initiated by contacting the * * * * *
U.S. State Department via email at [email protected] or via
phone at (202) 453-8390.
* * * * *

Chapter 7. SAFETY OF FLIGHT 7-1-20. PILOT WEATHER REPORTS (PIREPS): On page 765,
redesignate paragraph 7-1-20 as paragraph 7-1-18 and
7-1-2. FAA WEATHER SERVICES: On page 739, delete redesgnate TBL 7-1-7 as TBL 7-1-6. Revise the table items 11.
subparagraph c.1. and its REFERENCE related to TIBS and and 12. CONTENTS column references to “See AIM paragraph
TWEB and redesignate subsequent subparagraphs accordingly. 7-1-21” and “See AIM paragraph 7-1-19,” respectively.
7-1-5. PREFLIGHT BRIEFING: On page 743, change subpara- 7-1-25. CLEAR AIR TURBULENCE (CAT) PIREPS: On
graph a. REFERENCE from “Paragraph 5-1-1” to “Para 5-1-1.” page 769, redesignate paragraph 7-1-25 as paragraph 7-1-23
Remove references to TIBS and TWEB in subparagraph b. as and change the REFERENCE from “Paragraph 7-1-23” to “Para
follows: 7-1-21.”
* * * * * 7-6-6. MOUNTAIN FLYING (redesignated from old 7-5-6 in a

b. Standard Briefing. You should request a Standard Briefing July 2020 update): On page 794, revise subparagraph i. NOTE
any time you are planning a flight and you have not received a by changing “some” to “a” in the first sentence and revise
previous briefing or have not received preliminary information subparagraph i.1. by removing the reference to TWEB in the last
through mass dissemination media. International data may be sentence as follows:
inaccurate or incomplete. * * *
* * * * *
* * * * * i. Effects of Density Altitude. * * *
7-1-8. TELEPHONE INFORMATION BRIEFING SERVICE NOTE–
(TIBS) (ALASKA ONLY); 7-1-9. TRANSCRIBED WEATHER A turbo-charged aircraft engine provides a slight advantage in
BROADCAST (TWEB) (ALASKA ONLY): On page 750, delete that it provides sea level horsepower up to a specified altitude
paragraphs 7-1-8 and 7-1-9 and redesignate subsequent above sea level.
paragraphs accordingly.
1. Density Altitude Advisories. * * * FSSs will broadcast
these advisories as a part of Local Airport Advisory.
7-1-12. WEATHER OBSERVING PROGRAMS: On page 754,
redesignate paragraph 7-1-12 as paragraph 7-1-10 and revise * * * * *
subparagraph b. NOTE. On page 757, revise subparagraph d.5.
REFERENCE. The edits are as follows: 7-6-15. AVOID FLIGHT IN THE VICINITY OF EXHAUST
PLUMES (SMOKE STACKS AND COOLING TOWERS)
* * * * * (redesignated from old 7-5-15 in a July 2020 update): On
b. Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS). page 800, change the reference in the last sentence of subpara-
1. Automated weather reporting systems are * * * graph b. from “see Paragraph 7-1-23” to “AIM Paragraph 7-1-21.”
NOTE–
When the barometric pressure exceeds 31.00 inches Hg., see Chapter 9. AERONAUTICAL CHARTS AND RELATED
AIM, Para 7-2-3, Altimeter Errors. PUBLICATIONS
* * * * *
d. Automated Surface Observing System (ASOS)/Automated 9-1-4. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF EACH CHART SERIES:
Weather Observing System (AWOS). * * * On page 816, change “weeks” to “days” in the last sentence of
subparagraph d.4. as follows:
* * * * *
5. There are two types of automated stations, AO1 * * * * * * * *
* * * * * d. Supplementary Charts and Publications.
REFERENCE– 4. North Atlantic Route Chart. * * * Chart revised every 56
A complete explanation of METAR terminology is located in AIM, days. (See FIG 9-1-12.)
Para 7-1-28, Key to Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) and Aviation
Routine Weather Report (METAR). * * * * *
* * * * *
Appendix 3. ABBREVIATIONS/ACRONYMS
7-1-13. WEATHER RADAR SERVICES: On page 760,
redesignate paragraph 7-1-13 as paragraph 7-1-11 and change
On pages 838-840, delete the entries for “FAROS,” “RIL,” “TIBS,”
subparagraph e. REFERENCE from “Paragraph 7-1-28” to “Para
and “TWEB.”
7-1-26.”
7-1-14. ATC INFLIGHT WEATHER AVOIDANCE ASSISTANCE:

On page 762, redesignate paragraph 7-1-14 as paragraph 7-1-12
and delete subparagraph c., including TBL 7-1-5. Redesignate
subsequent tables accordingly.
7-1-16. REPORTING OF CLOUD HEIGHTS: On page 764,

redesignate paragraph 7-1-16 as paragraph 7-1-14 and change
subparagraph a. REFERENCE from “Paragraph 7-1-30” to
“Paragraph 7-1-28.”

PILOT/CONTROLLER GLOSSARY GROUND COMMUNICATION OUTLET (GCO) - An unstaffed, re-

motely controlled, ground/ground communications facility. Pilots
On pages 842, 849, 851, 853, 855, 858, 862-863, 886-888, and at uncontrolled airports may contact ATC and FSS via VHF
890-891, add, revise, or delete the following: radio to a telephone connection. If the connection goes to ATC,
the pilot can obtain an IFR clearance or close an IFR flight plan.
* * * * * If the connection goes to Flight Service, the pilot can open or
ADVISORY FREQUENCY - The appropriate frequency to be used close a VFR flight plan; obtain an updated weather briefing
for Airport Advisory Service. prior to takeoff; close an IFR flight plan; or, for Alaska or
(See LOCAL AIRPORT ADVISORY.) MEDEVAC only, obtain an IFR clearance. Pilots will use four
“key clicks” on the VHF radio to contact the appropriate ATC
(See UNICOM.) facility or six “key clicks” to contact the FSS. The GCO system
(Refer to ADVISORY CIRCULAR NO. 90-66.) is intended to be used only on the ground.
(Refer to AIM.)
* * * * *
* * * * * STATIONARY ALTITUDE RESERVATION (STATIONARY ALTRV) -
AUTOMATED EMERGENCY DESCENT - (See EMERGENCY An altitude reservation which encompasses activities in a fixed
DESCENT MODE.) area. Stationary ALTRVs may include activities such as special
* * * * * tests of weapons systems or equipment; certain U.S. Navy
BUFFER AREA - As applied to an MVA or MIA chart, a depicted carrier, fleet, and anti-submarine operations; rocket, missile,
3 NM or 5 NM radius MVA/MIA sector isolating a displayed and drone operations; and certain aerial refueling or similar
obstacle for which the sector is established. A portion of a operations.
buffer area can also be inclusive of a MVA/MIA sector polygon * * * * *
boundary. STNR ALT RESERVATION - An abbreviation for Stationary Alti-
* * * * * tude Reservation commonly used in NOTAMs.
COMMON TRAFFIC ADVISORY FREQUENCY (CTAF) -* * * (See STATIONARY ALTITUDE RESERVATION.)
(See DESIGNATED COMMON TRAFFIC ADVISORY FRE- * * * * *
QUENCY (CTAF) AREA.) TELEPHONE INFORMATION BRIEFING SERVICE - DELETED
(Refer to AC 90-66, Non-Towered Airport Flight Operations.)
* * * * *
* * * * * TIBS - DELETED
CONTROLLED AIRSPACE - * * *
* * * * *
* * * * * TRANSCRIBED WEATHER BROADCAST (TWEB) - DELETED
c. Controlled airspace in the United States is designated as
follows: * * * * *
TWEB - DELETED
* * * * *
3. CLASS C: * * * Although the configuration of each * * * * *
Class C area is individually tailored, the airspace usu-
ally consists of a surface area with a 5 NM radius, a
circle with a 10 NM radius that extends no lower than
1,200 feet up to 4,000 feet above the airport elevation,
and an outer area that is not charted. * * *
* * * * *
EMERGENCY AUTOLAND SYSTEM - This system, if activated,
will determine an optimal airport, plot a course, broadcast the
aircraft's intentions, fly to the airport, land, and (depending on
the model) shut down the engines. Though the system will
broadcast the aircraft's intentions, the controller should assume
that transmissions to the aircraft will not be acknowledged.
EMERGENCY DESCENT MODE - This automated system senses
conditions conducive to hypoxia (cabin depressurization). If an
aircraft is equipped and the system is activated, it is designed
to turn the aircraft up to 90 degrees, then descend to a lower
altitude and level off, giving the pilot(s) time to recover.
* * * * *
GROSS NAVIGATION ERROR (GNE) - A lateral deviation of 10
NM or more from the aircraft’s cleared route.
* * * * *

December 11, 2020
Effective December 11, 2020
PART 1—DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
Sec. 1.1 General definitions. On page 23, remove the term

“Model aircraft.”
PART 61—CERTIFICATION: PILOTS, FLIGHT

INSTRUCTORS, AND GROUND INSTRUCTORS
Sec. 61.8 Inapplicability of unmanned aircraft operations.

On page 51, revise to remove the reference to part 101 as
follows:
Any action conducted pursuant to part 107 of this chapter
cannot be used to meet the requirements of this part.
PART 107—SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
Sec. 107.1 Applicability. On page 237, revise paragraph (b)(1)

by adding “or” after the semicolon, remove paragraph (b)(2), and
redesignate paragraph (b)(3) as paragraph (b)(2).

November 27, 2020
Effective November 27, 2020
PART 91—GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES
Sec. 91.1609 Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 114--

Prohibition Against Certain Flights in the Damascus Flight
Information Region (FIR) (OSTT). On page 208, revise
paragraphs (a)(2)-(3) and (e) as follows:
(a) Applicability. * * *
* * * * *
(2) All persons exercising the privileges of an airman certifi-
cate issued by the FAA, except when such persons are operating
U.S.-registered aircraft for a foreign air carrier; and
(3) All operators of U.S.-registered civil aircraft, except when
the operator of such aircraft is a foreign air carrier.
* * * * *
(e) Expiration. This SFAR will remain in effect until December
30, 2023. The FAA may amend, rescind, or extend this SFAR, as
necessary.

October 29, 2020
Effective October 29, 2020
On page 209, add new Sec. 1617 as follows:

Prohibition Against Certain Flights in the Tehran Flight
Information Region (FIR) (OIIX).
(a) Applicability. This Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR)
applies to the following persons:
(1) All U.S. air carriers and U.S. commercial operators;
(2) All persons exercising the privileges of an airman certifi-
cate issued by the FAA, except when such persons are operating
U.S.-registered aircraft for a foreign air carrier; and
(b) Flight prohibition. Except as provided in paragraphs (c) and
(d) of this section, no person described in paragraph (a) of this
section may conduct flight operations in the Tehran Flight Infor-
mation Region (FIR) (OIIX).
(c) Permitted operations. This section does not prohibit persons
described in paragraph (a) of this section from conducting flight
operations in the Tehran FIR (OIIX), provided that such flight
operations are conducted under a contract, grant, or cooperative
agreement with a department, agency, or instrumentality of the
U.S. Government (or under a subcontract between the prime
contractor of the department, agency, or instrumentality and the
person described in paragraph (a) of this section) with the
approval of the FAA, or under an exemption issued by the FAA.
The FAA will consider requests for approval or exemption in a
timely manner, with the order of preference being: First, for those
operations in support of U.S. Government-sponsored activities;
second, for those operations in support of government-sponsored
activities of a foreign country with the support of a U.S. Gov-
ernment department, agency, or instrumentality; and third, for all
other operations.
(d) Emergency situations. In an emergency that requires imme-
diate decision and action for the safety of the flight, the pilot in
command of an aircraft may deviate from this section to the
extent required by that emergency. Except for U.S. air carriers
and commercial operators that are subject to the requirements of
14 CFR parts 119, 121, 125, or 135, each person who deviates
from this section must, within 10 days of the deviation, excluding
Saturdays, Sundays, and Federal holidays, submit to the respon-
sible Flight Standards Office a complete report of the operations
of the aircraft involved in the deviation, including a description of
the deviation and the reasons for it.
(e) Expiration. This SFAR will remain in effect until October 31,
2022. The FAA may amend, rescind, or extend this SFAR, as
necessary.

October 16, 2020 Effective October 27, 2020
Effective October 16, 2020 On pages 207-208, revise Sec. 91.1607 title and content as
follows:
PART 91—GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES Sec. 91.1607 Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 113--
Prohibition Against Certain Flights in Specified Areas of the
Sec. 91.1605 Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 77-- Dnipropetrovsk Flight Information Region (FIR) (UKDV).
Prohibition Against Certain Flights in the Baghdad Flight (a) Applicability. * * *
Information Region (FIR) (ORBB). On page 207, revise as
follows: * * * * *
(3) All operators of U.S.-registered civil aircraft, except
(a) Applicability. * * * when the operator of such aircraft is a foreign air carrier.
* * * * * (b) Flight prohibition. Except as provided in paragraphs (c) and
(2) All persons exercising the privileges of an airman certifi- (d) of this section, no person described in paragraph (a) of this
cate issued by the FAA, except when such persons are operating section may conduct flight operations in the Dnipropetrovsk FIR
U.S.-registered aircraft for a foreign air carrier; and (UKDV) from the surface to unlimited, east of a line drawn direct
(3) All operators of civil aircraft registered in the United States, from ABDAR (471802N 351732E) along airway M853 to NIKAD
except when the operator of such aircraft is a foreign air carrier. (485946N 355519E), then along airway N604 to GOBUN
(501806N 373824E). This prohibition applies to airways M853
(b) Flight prohibition. Except as provided in paragraphs (c) and and N604.
section may conduct flight operations in the Baghdad Flight (c) Permitted operations. This section does not prohibit persons
Information Region (FIR) (ORBB) at altitudes below Flight Level described in paragraph (a) of this section from conducting flight
(FL) 320. operations in the specified areas described in paragraph (b) of
this section, under the following circumstances:
described in paragraph (a) of this section from conducting flight (1) Operations are permitted to the extent necessary to take
operations in the Baghdad FIR (ORBB) at altitudes below FL320, off from and land at the following three airports, subject to the
provided that such flight operations occur under a contract, grant, approval of, and in accordance with the conditions established
or cooperative agreement with a department, agency, or instru- by, the appropriate authorities of Ukraine:
mentality of the U.S. Government (or under a subcontract between (i) Kharkiv International Airport (UKHH);
the prime contractor of the department, agency, or instrumentality, (ii) Dnipropetrovsk International Airport (UKDD); and
and the person described in paragraph (a) of this section) with the (iii) Zaporizhzhia International Airport (UKDE).
approval of the FAA, or under an exemption issued by the FAA. (2) Operations are permitted provided that they are conducted
The FAA will consider requests for approval or exemption in a under a contract, grant, or cooperative agreement with a depart-
timely manner, with the order of preference being: first, for those ment, agency, or instrumentality of the U.S. Government (or under
operations in support of U.S. Government-sponsored activities; a subcontract between the prime contractor of the department,
second, for those operations in support of government-sponsored agency, or instrumentality of the U.S. Government and the person
activities of a foreign country with the support of a U.S. Govern- described in paragraph (a) of this section) with the approval of
ment department, agency, or instrumentality; and third, for all other the FAA, or under an exemption issued by the FAA. The FAA will
operations. consider requests for approval or exemption in a timely manner,
* * * * * with the order of preference being: First, for those operations in
(e) Expiration. This SFAR will remain in effect until October 26, support of U.S. Government-sponsored activities; second, for
2022. The FAA may amend, rescind, or extend this SFAR, as those operations in support of government-sponsored activities of
necessary. a foreign country with the support of a U.S. Government depart-
ment, agency, or instrumentality; and third, for all other operations.
* * * * *
(e) Expiration. This SFAR will remain in effect until October 27,
2021. The FAA may amend, rescind, or extend this SFAR as nec-
essary.
(f) Definition. For purposes of this section, the Dnipropetrovsk
FIR (UKDV) is defined as that airspace from the surface to
unlimited within the lateral limits in figure 1 to this paragraph (f):
Figure 1 to paragraph (f)
511400N 0342700E–504942N 0341300E–
502043N 0335720E–501246N 0335307E–
491848N 0333700E–485700N 0332200E–
484118N 0324431E–483620N 0324010E–
483128N 0323605E–482300N 0323900E–
480730N 0325324E–474600N 0325000E–
474400N 0330300E–472700N 0344800E–
470630N 0355500E–465800N 0360000E–
463500N 0364200E–463424N 0372206E–
463930N 0372518E–464700N 0373000E–
465900N 0382000E–470642N 0381324E–
then along state boundary to 511400N 0342700.

October 6, 2020 (b) This Part.

(1) Second-in-command qualifications of Sec. 61.55.
Effective October 1, 2020, through April 30, 2021 (i) Airmen requirements.
(A) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec.
61.55(c), a person who is required to complete the second-in-
PART 61—CERTIFICATION: PILOTS, FLIGHT command familiarization and currency requirements under Sec.
INSTRUCTORS, AND GROUND INSTRUCTORS 61.55(b)(1) and (2) between March 1, 2020 and September 30,
2020 for purposes of maintaining second-in-command privileges
The following update replaces Special Federal Aviation may complete the requirements of Sec. 61.55(b)(1) and (2) in the
Regulation (SFAR) No. 118-1, which, in a June 29, 2020, update month before or three months after the month in which they are
replaced the original SFAR 118 added in a May 4, 2020, update. required, provided the pilot meets the requirements of paragraph
On page 118, add SFAR No. 118-2 to part 61 as follows: 2.(b)(1)(ii) of this SFAR.
(B) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec.
Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 118-2 – Relief for 61.55(c), a person who is required to complete the second-in-
Certain Persons During the National Emergency Concerning command familiarization and currency requirements under Sec.
the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Public Health 61.55(b)(1) and (2) between October 1, 2020 and January 31,
Emergency 2021 for purposes of maintaining second-in-command privileges
may complete the requirements of Sec. 61.55(b)(1) and (2) in the
1. Applicability. This Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) month before or two months after the month in which they are
applies to-- required, provided the pilot meets the requirements of paragraph
(a) Certain persons who are unable to meet the following 2.(b)(1)(ii) of this SFAR.
requirements during some period between March 1, 2020 and (C) A pilot who meets the requirements of Sec.
January 31, 2021-- 61.55(b)(1) and (2) in accordance with paragraph 2.(b)(1)(i)(A) or
(1) Training, recency, testing and checking requirements paragraph 2.(b)(1)(i)(B) of this SFAR will be considered to have
specified in parts 61, 91, 107, and 125 of this chapter, and SFAR completed the requirements in the month in which they were due.
No. 73 of this part; and (ii) Qualification requirements. To complete the re-
(2) Duration and renewal requirements specified in parts quirements of Sec. 61.55(b)(1) or (2) within the period specified in
61, 63, 65, and 141 of this chapter, and SFAR No. 100-2 of this paragraph 2.(b)(1)(i)(A) or paragraph 2.(b)(1)(i)(B) of this SFAR,
part; and the person--
(b) Certain air carriers and operators who are unable to (A) Must review and become familiar with the
obtain special flight permits with a continuing authorization under following information for the specific type of aircraft for which
part 21 of this chapter for the purpose of flying the aircraft to a second-in-command privileges are sought--
point of storage. (1) Operational procedures applicable to the
2. Training, recency, testing, and checking requirements. powerplant, equipment, and systems;
(a) Applicability. The relief provided by paragraph 2 of this (2) Performance specifications and limitations;
SFAR applies to-- (3) Normal, abnormal, and emergency operat-
(1) Operations conducted for compensation or hire ing procedures;
under parts 91, 125, 133, and 137 of this chapter by persons who (4) Flight manual; and
are exercising the privileges of at least a commercial pilot
certificate issued under this part; (5) Placards and markings; and
(2) Operations conducted by persons who are exercising (B) Prior to serving as second-in-command, must
the privileges of a private pilot certificate issued under this part, have logged at least three takeoffs and landings to a full stop as
provided the person meets one of the following paragraphs-- the sole manipulator of the flight controls within the 180 days
preceding the date of the flight.
(i) The person is conducting a charitable medical
flight for a volunteer pilot organization pursuant to an exemption (2) Flight review requirements of Sec. 61.56. A person
issued under part 11 of this chapter, and the flight involves only who has not completed a flight review within the previous 24
the carriage of persons considered essential for the flight; calendar months in accordance with Sec. 61.56 may continue to
act as pilot in command of an aircraft, provided the following
(ii) The person is conducting an agricultural aircraft requirements are met--
operation under a private agricultural aircraft operating certificate
issued in accordance with Sec. 137.19 of this chapter; (i) Airmen requirements. The person was current to
act as pilot in command of an aircraft in March 2020 and, to
(iii) The person has at least 500 hours of total time as maintain currency, is required to complete a flight review under
a pilot, that includes at least 400 hours as a pilot in command Sec. 61.56 between March 1, 2020 and January 31, 2021.
and at least 50 hours that were accrued within the preceding
12 calendar months, and the person is conducting one of the (ii) Qualification requirements. To act as pilot in
following operations consistent with the compensation or hire command of an aircraft during the period specified in paragraph
exceptions specified in Sec. 61.113: 2.(b)(2)(iii)(A) or paragraph 2.(b)(2)(iii)(B) of this SFAR, the
person must have--
(A) A flight incidental to that person’s business or
employment; (A) Within the 12 calendar months preceding the
month in which the flight review is due, logged at least 10 hours
(B) A flight in support of family medical needs or of flight time as pilot in command in an aircraft for which that pilot
to transport essential goods for personal use; is rated; and
(C) A flight necessary to fly an aircraft to a loca- (B) Since January 1, 2020 and preceding the
tion in order to meet a requirement of this chapter; or date of flight, completed online Wings courses for pilots from the
(D) A flight to transport essential goods and medi- FAA Safety Team website, available at www.faasafety.gov. The
cal supplies to support public health needs; online training courses must total at least 3 Wings credits.
(3) For operations conducted under part 91, subpart K,
and part 125 of this chapter, persons who are serving as flight
attendant crewmembers, check pilots, and flight instructors; and
(4) Operations conducted under part 107 of this chapter
by a person who holds a remote pilot certificate issued under part
107 of this chapter.

(iii) Grace period. (B) Within the 3 calendar months preceding the
(A) A person who is required to complete a flight month of the flight, must have reviewed the following information
review under Sec. 61.56 between March 1, 2020 and September for the specific type of aircraft for which pilot in command privil-
30, 2020 may act as pilot in command of an aircraft for a duration eges are sought--
of three calendar months from the month in which the flight (1) Operational procedures applicable to the
review was due. Before acting as pilot in command of an aircraft powerplant, equipment, and systems;
in the fourth month after the month in which the flight review was (2) Performance specifications and limitations;
due, the person must satisfactorily complete a flight review in (3) Normal, abnormal, and emergency operat-
accordance with Sec. 61.56. ing procedures;
(B) A person who is required to complete a flight (4) Flight manual; and
review under Sec. 61.56 between October 1, 2020 and January (5) Placards and markings.
31, 2021 may act as pilot in command of an aircraft for a duration (5) Flight Crewmember Requirements of Part
of two calendar months from the month in which the flight review 91, Subpart K, of this Chapter.
was due. Before acting as pilot in command of an aircraft in the
third month after the month in which the flight review was due, (i) Testing and checking Requirements.
the person must satisfactorily complete a flight review in (A) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec.
accordance with Sec. 61.56. 91.1071(a) of this chapter, a crewmember who is required to take
(3) Instrument experience requirements of Sec. 61.57. A a test or a flight check under Sec. 91.1065(a), Sec. 91.1065(b),
person who has not performed and logged the tasks required by Sec. 91.1067, Sec. 91.1069(a), or Sec. 91.1069(b) of this chapter
Sec. 61.57(c)(1) within the 6 calendar months preceding the between March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 for purposes of
month of the flight may continue to act as pilot in command under maintaining qualification may complete the test or check in the
IFR or in weather conditions less than the minimums prescribed month before or three months after the month it is required,
for VFR, provided the following requirements are met-- provided the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR
are met.
(i) Qualification requirements. The person has--
(B) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec.
(A) Within the 6 calendar months preceding the 91.1071(a) of this chapter, a crewmember who is required to take
month of the flight, performed and logged at least three instrument a test or a flight check under Sec. 91.1065(a), Sec. 91.1065(b),
approaches in actual weather conditions, or under simulated Sec. 91.1067, Sec. 91.1069(a), or Sec. 91.1069(b) of this chapter
conditions using a view-limiting device; and between October 1, 2020 and January 31, 2021 for purposes of
(B) Within the 9 calendar months preceding the maintaining qualification may complete the test or check in the
month of the flight, performed and logged the tasks required by month before or two months after the month it is required, pro-
Sec. 61.57(c)(1). vided the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR are
(ii) Grace period. Between April 30, 2020 and Septem- met.
ber 30, 2020, a person who meets the qualification requirements (C) A crewmember who completes a test or
of paragraph 2.(b)(3)(i) of this SFAR may act as pilot in command check in accordance with paragraph 2.(b)(5)(i)(A) or paragraph 2.
under IFR or in weather conditions less than the minimums (b)(5)(i)(B) of this SFAR will be considered to have completed the
prescribed for VFR. test or check in the month in which it was required.
(iii) Instrument currency after September 30, 2020. (ii) Recurrent training requirements.
Before acting as pilot in command under IFR or in weather (A) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec.
conditions less than the minimums prescribed for VFR after 91.1073(b) of this chapter, a crewmember who is required to
September 30, 2020, the person must comply with Sec. 61.57(c). complete recurrent training under Sec. 91.1099 or Sec. 91.1107(c)
(4) Pilot in command proficiency check requirements of of this chapter between March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020
Sec. 61.58. for purposes of maintaining qualification may complete that
(i) Airmen requirements. training in the month before or three months after the month in
(A) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec. which it is required, provided the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)
61.58(i), a pilot who is required to take a pilot in command profici- (5)(vi) of this SFAR are met.
ency check under Sec. 61.58(a)(1) or (2) between March 1, 2020 (B) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec.
and September 30, 2020 for purposes of maintaining pilot in 91.1073(b) of this chapter, a crewmember who is required to
command privileges may complete the check in the month before complete recurrent training under Sec. 91.1099 or Sec. 91.1107(c)
or three months after the month in which it is required, provided of this chapter between October 1, 2020 and January 31, 2021
the pilot meets the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(4)(ii) of this for purposes of maintaining qualification may complete that train-
SFAR. ing in the month before or two months after the month in which it
(B) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec. is required, provided the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of
61.58(i), a pilot who is required to take a pilot in command pro- this SFAR are met.
ficiency check under Sec. 61.58(a)(1) or (2) between October 1, (C) A crewmember who completes recurrent train-
2020 and January 31, 2021 for purposes of maintaining pilot in ing in accordance with this paragraph 2.(b)(5)(ii)(A) or paragraph
command privileges may complete the check in the month before 2.(b)(5)(ii)(B) will be considered to have completed the training in
or two months after the month in which it is required, provided the the month in which it was required.
pilot meet the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(4)(ii) of this SFAR. (iii) Instrument experience.
(C) A pilot who completes the proficiency check (A) Precision instrument approaches. A pilot who
within the period prescribed by this paragraph 2.(b)(4)(i)(A) or has not satisfactorily demonstrated the type of precision instru-
paragraph 2.(b)(4)(i)(B) of this SFAR will be considered to have ment approach procedure to be used within the previous six
completed the check in the month in which it was required. months in accordance with Sec. 91.1069(c) of this chapter may
(ii) Qualification requirements. To complete the pilot continue to use that type of approach procedure, provided the
in command proficiency check required by Sec. 61.58(a)(1) or (2) following requirements are met--
within the period specified in paragraph 2.(b)(4)(i)(A) or para- (1) Airmen requirements. The person was
graph 2.(b)(4)(i)(B) of this SFAR, the person-- current under Sec. 91.1069(c) of this chapter to use that type of
(A) Must meet the flight experience requirements precision instrument approach procedure in March 2020, and is
of Sec. 61.57 that are applicable to the operation to be con- required to demonstrate that type of precision instrument ap-
ducted; and proach procedure between March 1, 2020 and January 31, 2021.

(2) Grace period. (v) Check pilot and flight instructor observation check
(i) For a person who is required to demon- requirements.
strate that type of precision instrument approach procedure (A) Notwithstanding the period specified in Secs.
between March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020, the person 91.1093(b) and 91.1095(b) of this chapter, a check pilot or flight in-
satisfactorily demonstrates that type of precision instrument structor who is required to complete an observation check under
approach procedure within three months after the month in which Sec. 91.1093(a)(2) or Sec. 91.1095(a)(2) of this chapter between
it was required. March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 for purposes of maintain-
(ii) For a person who is required to dem- ing qualification may complete the observation check in the month
onstrate that type of precision instrument approach procedure before or three months after the month it is required, provided the
between October 1, 2020 and January 31, 2021, the person requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR are met.
satisfactorily demonstrates that type of precision instrument (B) Notwithstanding the period specified in Secs.
approach procedure within two months after the month in which it 91.1093(b) and 91.1095(b) of this chapter, a check pilot or flight in-
was required. structor who is required to complete an observation check under
(3) Safety mitigations. The management spe- Sec. 91.1093(a)(2) or Sec. 91.1095(a)(2) of this chapter between
cification holder satisfies paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR. October 1, 2020 and January 31, 2021 for purposes of maintain-
(B) Non-precision instrument approaches. A pilot ing qualification may complete the observation check in the month
who has not satisfactorily demonstrated either the type of non- before or two months after the month it is required, provided the
precision instrument approach procedure to be used, or any requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR are met.
other two different types of nonprecision approach procedures, (C) A check pilot or flight instructor who com-
within the previous six months in accordance with Sec. 91.1069(c) pletes an observation check in accordance with this paragraph
of this chapter may continue to use that type of nonprecision 2.(b)(5)(v) will be considered to have completed the check in the
instrument approach procedure, provided the following require- month it which it was due.
ments are met-- (vi) Safety mitigations. The management specifica-
(1) Airmen requirements. The person was tion holder must provide an acceptable plan to the responsible
current under Sec. 91.1069(c) of this chapter to use that type of Flight Standards office that contains the following information--
non-precision instrument approach procedure in March 2020, (A) A safety analysis and corresponding risk miti-
and is required to demonstrate that type of non-precision instru- gations to be implemented by the management specification
ment approach procedure, or any other two different types of holder; and
nonprecision instrument approach procedures, between March 1, (B) The method the management specification
2020 and January 31, 2021. holder will use to ensure that each crewmember complying with
(2) Grace period. paragraph 2.(b)(5) of this SFAR remains adequately tested and
(i) For a person who is required to demon- currently proficient for each aircraft, duty position, and type of
strate that type of non-precision instrument approach procedure operation in which the person serves.
between March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020, the person (6) Mitsubishi MU-2B Series Special Training, Experi-
satisfactorily demonstrates that type of non-precision instrument ence, and Operating Requirements of Part 91, Subpart N, of this
approach procedure within three months after the month in which Chapter.
it was required. (i) Recurrent training.
(ii) For a person who is required to demon- (A) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec.
strate that type of non-precision instrument approach procedure 91.1705(e) of this chapter, a person who is required to complete
between October 1, 2020 and January 31, 2021, the person recurrent training under Sec. 91.1703(e) of this chapter between
satisfactorily demonstrates that type of non-precision instrument March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 for purposes of com-
approach procedure within two months after the month in which it plying with Sec. 91.1705(a) and (b) may complete the recurrent
was required. training in the month before or three months after the month the
(3) Safety mitigations. The management spe- recurrent training is required, provided the requirements of
cification holder satisfies paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR. paragraph 2.(b)(6)(iii) of this SFAR are met.
(iv) Check pilot (simulator) and flight instructor (B) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec.
(simulator) requirements. 91.1705(e) of this chapter, a person who is required to complete
(A) Notwithstanding the period specified in Secs. recurrent training under Sec. 91.1703(e) of this chapter between
91.1089(g) and 91.1091(g) of this chapter, a check pilot October 1, 2020 and January 31, 2021 for purposes of complying
(simulator) or flight instructor (simulator) who is required to com- with Sec. 91.1705(a) and (b) may complete the recurrent train -
plete the flight segments or line-observation program under Sec. ing in the month before or two months after the month the
91.1089(f) or Sec. 91.1091(f) of this chapter between March 1, recurrent training is required, provided the requirements of para-
2020 and September 30, 2020 for purposes of maintaining graph 2.(b)(6)(iii) of this SFAR are met.
qualification may complete the flight segments or line-observation (C) A person who completes the recurrent training
program requirements in the month before or three months after in accordance with this paragraph 2.(b)(6)(i) will be considered to
the month they are required, provided the requirements of have completed the training in the month it was required.
paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR are met. (ii) Flight review. A person who has not completed a
(B) Notwithstanding the period specified in Secs. flight review in accordance with Secs. 61.56 and 91.1715(c) of
91.1089(g) and 91.1091(g) of this chapter, a check pilot this chapter in a Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane or an MU-2B
(simulator) or flight instructor (simulator) who is required to com- Simulator approved for landings with an approved course con-
plete the flight segments or line-observation program under Sec. ducted under part 142 of this chapter may continue to act as pilot
91.1089(f) or Sec. 91.1091(f) of this chapter between October 1, in command of a Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane, providing the
2020 and January 31, 2021 for purposes of maintaining quali- following requirements are met--
fication may complete the flight segments or line-observation (A) Airmen requirements. The person was--
program requirements in the month before or two months after (1) Current to act as pilot in command of a
the month they are required, provided the requirements of para- Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane in March 2020 and, to maintain
graph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR are met. currency, is required to complete a flight review in a Mitsubishi
(C) A check pilot (simulator) or flight instructor MU-2B series airplane between March 1, 2020 and January 31,
(simulator) who completes the flight segments or line-observation 2021; and
program requirements in accordance with this paragraph 2.(b)(5)(iv) (2) The requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(6)(iii)
will be considered to have completed the requirements in the of this SFAR are met.
month in which they were due.

(B) Grace period. (ii) Qualification requirements. The person must have
(1) A person who is required to complete a completed an FAA-developed initial or recurrent online training
flight review in a Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane between course, available at www.faasafety.gov, covering the areas of
March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 may act as pilot in knowledge specified in Sec. 107.74(a) or (b) of this chapter. Each
command of a Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane for a duration for person is eligible to take an online training course specified in
three calendar months from the month in which the flight review this paragraph 2.(b)(7)(ii) one time for the purpose of obtaining
was due. Before acting as pilot in command of an aircraft in the the six calendar month period specified in paragraph 2.(b)(7)(iii)
fourth month after the month in which the flight review was due, of this SFAR;
the person must satisfactorily complete a flight review in (iii) Grace period. The person may operate a small
accordance with Secs. 61.56 and 91.1715(c) of this chapter in a unmanned aircraft system under part 107 of this chapter for a
Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane or an MU-2B Simulator duration of six calendar months from the month in which the per-
approved for landings with an approved course conducted under son completed the online training course specified in paragraph
part 142 of this chapter. 2.(b)(7)(ii) of this SFAR. Before operating a small unmanned
(2) A person who is required to complete a aircraft system under part 107 in the seventh month after the
flight review in a Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane between Octo- month in which the person completed the online training course,
ber 1, 2020 and January 31, 2021 may act as pilot in command the person must satisfy Sec. 107.65 of this chapter.
of a Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane for a duration for two (8) Flight Crewmember Requirements of Part 125 of this
calendar months from the month in which the flight review was Chapter.
due. Before acting as pilot in command of an aircraft in the third (i) Recent experience requirements. A person who
month after the month in which the flight review was due, the has not satisfied the recent experience requirements of Sec.
person must satisfactorily complete a flight review in accordance 125.285(a) of this chapter may be used by a certificate holder (or
with Secs. 61.56 and 91.1715(c) of this chapter in a Mitsubishi holder of an A125 letter of deviation authority), and may serve as
MU-2B series airplane or an MU-2B Simulator approved for a required pilot flight crewmember, in operations conducted
landings with an approved course conducted under part 142 of under part 125 of this chapter, provided the following require-
this chapter. ments are met--
(iii) Qualification requirements. To complete the recurrent (A) Grace period.
training during the period provided under paragraph 2.(b)(6)(i)(A) (1) For flights between March 1, 2020 and
or paragraph 2.(b)(6)(i)(B) of this SFAR or to complete the flight September 30, 2020, the person has made at least three takeoffs
review during the period provided under paragraph 2.(b)(6)(ii)(A) and landings, within the preceding 150 days, in the type of
or paragraph 2.(b)(6)(ii)(B) of this SFAR, the person must-- airplane in which that person is to serve.
(A) Within the 12 calendar months preceding the (2) For flights between October 1, 2020 and
month the recurrent training or flight review is due, logged at January 31, 2021, the person has made at least three takeoffs
least 10 hours of flight time in an MU-2B series airplane that and landings, within the preceding 120 days, in the type of air-
includes at least 3 hours of flight time in the 3 calendar months plane in which that person is to serve.
preceding the month in which the recurrent training or flight re- (B) Safety Mitigations. The certificate holder com-
view is due; plies with paragraph 2.(b)(8)(iii) of this SFAR.
(B) Since January 1, 2020, completed online (ii) Testing and checking requirements.
Wings courses for pilots from FAA Safety Team website, available (A) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec.
at www.faasafety.gov. The online training courses must total at 125.293(a) of this chapter, a crewmember who is required to take
least 3 Wings credits; and a test or check under Sec. 125.287(a), Sec. 125.287(b), Sec.
(C) Prior to manipulating the controls of an 125.289, or Sec. 125.291(a) of this chapter between March 1,
MU-2B series airplane, completed three hours of self-study, since 2020 and September 30, 2020 for purposes of maintaining
January 1, 2020 and preceding the date of the flight, on the qualifications may complete the test or check in the month before
following subjects-- or three months after the month it is required, provided the
(1) The ground training curriculum required by requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(8)(iii) of this SFAR are met.
Sec. 91.1705(h)(1) of this chapter; (B) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec.
(2) The Special Emphasis Items listed in the 125.293(a) of this chapter, a crewmember who is required to take
approved MU-2B training program that the pilot last completed; a test or check under Sec. 125.287(a), Sec. 125.287(b), Sec.
(3) The limitations, procedures, aircraft per- 125.289, or Sec. 125.291(a) of this chapter between October 1,
formance, and MU-2B Cockpit Checklist procedures applicable to 2020 and January 31, 2021 for purposes of maintaining qualifica-
the MU-2B model to be flown, which are contained in the flight tions may complete the test or check in the month before or two
training curriculum required by Sec. 91.1705(h)(2) of this chapter; months after the month it is required, provided the requirements
and of paragraph 2.(b)(8)(iii) of this SFAR are met.
(4) The current general operating and flight (C) A crewmember who completes the test or
rules of part 91 of this chapter. check in accordance with this paragraph 2.(b)(8)(ii) will be con-
(7) Aeronautical Knowledge Recency Requirements of sidered to have completed the test or check in the month in
Sec. 107.65 of this Chapter. A person who has not satisfied the which it was required.
aeronautical knowledge recency requirements of Sec. 107.65(a) (iii) Safety mitigations. The certificate holder (or
or (b) of this chapter within the previous 24 calendar months may holder of an A125 letter of deviation authority) must provide an
operate a small unmanned aircraft system under part 107 of this acceptable plan to its assigned principal operations inspector that
chapter, provided that person meets the following requirements-- contains the following information--
(i) Airmen requirements. The person was current to (A) A safety analysis and corresponding risk miti-
exercise the privileges of a remote pilot certificate in March 2020 gations to be implemented by the certificate holder (or holder of
and, to maintain aeronautical currency, is required to meet the an A125 letter of deviation authority); and
aeronautical recency requirements in Sec. 107.65(a) or (b) of this (B) The method the certificate holder (or holder of
chapter between April 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020. an A125 letter of deviation authority) will use to ensure that each
crewmember complying with paragraph 2.(b)(8) of this SFAR re-
mains adequately tested and currently proficient for each aircraft,
duty position, and type of operation in which the person serves.

(9) Robinson R-22/R-44 Special Training and Experience 3. Duration and renewal requirements.
Requirements of SFAR No. 73 of this Part. A person who has not (a) This Part.
completed a flight review in a Robinson model R-22 or R-44 heli- (1) Extension of medical certificate duration requirements.
copter, as appropriate, within the preceding 24 calendar months (i) The expiration date of a first-, second-, or third-
in accordance with paragraph 2(c) of SFAR No. 73 and Sec. class medical certificate that expires between March 31, 2020
61.56, may continue to act as pilot in command of a Robinson and January 31, 2021 is extended three calendar months from
model R-22 or R-44 helicopter, as appropriate, providing the the duration established in Sec. 61.23(d) of this part as follows:
following requirements are met-- (A) For first-, second-, and third-class medical cer-
(i) Airmen requirements. The person was current to tificates that expire between March 31, 2020 and September 30,
act as pilot in command of a Robinson model R-22 or R-44 heli- 2020, the expiration date is extended for three calendar months;
copter, as appropriate, in March 2020 and, to maintain currency, (B) Except as provided in paragraph 3.(a)(1)(i)(C)
is required to complete a flight review in a Robinson model R-22 of this SFAR, for first-, second-, and third-class medical certifi-
or R-44 helicopter, as appropriate, between March 1, 2020 and cates that expire between October 31, 2020 and January 31,
January 31, 2021. 2021, the expiration date is extended for two calendar months; and
(ii) Qualification requirements. The person must-- (C) For first-, second-, and third-class medical cer-
(A) Satisfy the qualification requirements speci- tificates that expire between October 31, 2020 and January 31,
fied in paragraph 2.(b)(2)(ii) of this SFAR, except 2021, the expiration date is extended for three calendar months if
(1) The 10 hours of flight time as pilot in the holder of the medical certificate resides in or serves as a pilot
command must be obtained in a Robinson model R-22 or R-44 of an aircraft in the State of Alaska.
helicopter, as appropriate to the privileges sought; (ii) A certificate extended under this paragraph 3.(a)(1)
(2) At least 3 hours of flight time must be is considered valid under Sec. 61.2(a)(5).
obtained within the 3 calendar months preceding the month in (iii) Unless otherwise prohibited by a foreign country,
which the flight review is due; and a person may operate outside of the United States under this
(3) The courses required by paragraphs paragraph 3.(a)(1) if the person--
2.(b)(9)(ii)(C) and (D) of this SFAR may count towards the 3 (A) Has access to this SFAR when outside the
Wings credits. United States; and
(B) Complete three hours of self-study, since (B) Presents a copy of this SFAR for inspection
January 1, 2020 and preceding the date of flight, on the following upon request by a foreign Civil Aviation Authority in accordance
subjects-- with the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Con-
(1) The awareness training subject areas spe- vention), and its Annexes.
cified in paragraphs 2.(a)(3)(i) through (v) of SFAR No. 73 of this (2) Extension of knowledge test duration requirements in
part; Sec. 61.39. An applicant for a certificate or rating issued under
(2) The current general operating and flight part 61 of this chapter may satisfy the eligibility requirement in
rules of part 91 of this chapter; Sec. 61.39(a)(1) by passing the required knowledge test:
(3) Robinson R-22 or R-44 Maneuvers Guide, (i) Within the 27-calendar month period preceding
as applicable to the model(s) in which the airmen holds pilot in the month the applicant completes the practical test, if a knowl-
command privileges; edge test is required, provided the knowledge test was passed
(C) Complete Course ALC-103: Helicopter Weight between March 1, 2018 and September 30, 2018;
and Balance, Performance at www.faasafety.gov; and (ii) Within the 63-calendar month period preceding
(D) Complete Course ALC-104: Helicopter-Gen- the month the applicant completes the practical test for those
eral and Flight Aerodynamics at www.faasafety.gov. applicants who complete the airline transport pilot certification
(iii) Grace period. training program in Sec. 61.156 and pass the knowledge test for
(A) A person who is required to complete a flight an airline transport pilot certificate with a multiengine class rating,
review under Sec. 61.56 between March 1, 2020 and September provided the knowledge test was passed between March 1, 2015
30, 2020 may act as a pilot in command of a Robinson model and September 30, 2015;
R-22 or R-44 helicopter, as appropriate, for a duration of three (iii) Within the 26-calendar month period preceding
calendar months from the month in which the flight review was the month the applicant completes the practical test, if a knowl-
due. Before acting as pilot in command of an aircraft in the fourth edge test is required, provided the knowledge test was passed
month after the month in which the flight review was due, the between October 1, 2018 and January 31, 2019; or
person must satisfactorily complete a flight review in a Robinson (iv) Within the 62-calendar month period preceding
model R-22 or R-44 helicopter, as appropriate to the privileges the month the applicant completes the practical test for those
sought, in accordance with paragraph 2(c) of SFAR No. 73 of this applicants who complete the airline transport pilot certification
part and Sec. 61.56. training program in Sec. 61.156 and pass the knowledge test for
(B) A person who is required to complete a flight an airline transport pilot certificate with a multiengine class rating,
review under Sec. 61.56 between October 1, 2020 and January provided the knowledge test was passed between October 1,
31, 2021 may act as a pilot in command of a Robinson model 2015 and January 31, 2016.
R-22 or R-44 helicopter, as appropriate, for a duration of two (3) Extension of renewal requirements for flight instructor
calendar months from the month in which the flight review was certification. The holder of a flight instructor certificate that
due. Before acting as pilot in command of an aircraft in the third expires between March 31, 2020 and May 31, 2020 may renew
month after the month in which the flight review was due, the his or her flight instructor certificate by submitting a completed
person must satisfactorily complete a flight review in a Robinson and signed application to the FAA and satisfactorily completing
model R-22 or R-44 helicopter, as appropriate to the privileges one of the renewal requirements specified in Sec. 61.197(a)(2)(i)
sought, in accordance with paragraph 2(c) of SFAR No. 73 of this through (iv) before June 30, 2020.
part and Sec. 61.56.

(b) Part 63 of this Chapter. (3) Renewal of inspection authorizations in Sec. 65.93 of
(1) Extension of medical certificate duration requirements. this chapter.
(i) For a person acting as a flight engineer of an (i) Grace period for meeting renewal requirements.
aircraft, the expiration date of a second-class (or higher) medical Notwithstanding the requirement in Sec. 65.93(c) of this chapter,
certificate that expires between March 31, 2020 and September an inspection authorization holder who did not complete one of
30, 2020 is extended 3 calendar months from the original expira- the activities in Sec. 65.93(a)(1) through (5) of this chapter by
tion date. March 31, 2020 of the first year may still be eligible for renewal of
(ii) Except as provided in paragraph 3.(b)(1)(iii) of an inspection authorization for a 2-year period in March 2021. To
this SFAR, for a person acting as a flight engineer of an aircraft, be eligible for renewal, the inspection authorization holder must
the expiration date of a second-class (or higher) medical certi- show completion of one of the five activities in Sec. 65.93(a)(1)
ficate that expires between October 31, 2020 and January 31, through (5) of this chapter by June 30, 2020, and completion of
2021 is extended 2 calendar months from the original expiration the one of the five activities in Sec. 65.93(a)(1) through (5) of this
date. chapter during the second year of the 2-year period. A person
(iii) For a person acting as a flight engineer of an who completes one of the five activities by June 30, 2020 will be
aircraft, the expiration date of a second-class (or higher) medical considered to have completed the activity by March 31, 2020 of
certificate that expires between October 31, 2020 and January the first year for purposes of determining eligibility under Sec.
31, 2021 is extended 3 calendar months from the original expira- 65.93 of this chapter.
tion date if the flight engineer resides in or serves as a flight (ii) Inspection authorization privileges after June 2020.
engineer in an aircraft in the State of Alaska. If the inspection authorization holder does not complete one of
(iv) Unless otherwise prohibited by a foreign country, the five activities in Sec. 65.93(a)(1) through (5) of this chapter by
a person may operate outside of the United States under this June 30, 2020, the inspection authorization holder may not exer-
paragraph 3.(b)(1) if the person: cise inspection authorization privileges after June 30, 2020. The
(A) Has access to this SFAR when outside the inspection authorization holder may resume exercising inspection
United States; and authorization privileges only after passing an oral test from an
FAA inspector in accordance with Sec. 65.93(c) of this chapter.
(B) Presents a copy of this SFAR for inspection
upon request by a foreign Civil Aviation Authority in accordance (4) Military riggers or former military riggers: Special
with the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago certification rule of Sec. 65.117 of this chapter. A person may
Convention), and its Annexes. satisfy the requirements of Sec. 65.117(a) and (b) of this chapter
for a senior parachute rigger certificate by presenting satisfactory
(2) Extension of written test duration requirements in documentary evidence that the person was honorably discharged
Sec. 63.35 of this chapter. or released from any status covered by Sec. 65.117(a) of this
(i) An applicant for a flight engineer certificate or chapter between March 2019 and June 2019, and has served as
rating may satisfy the knowledge requirement in Sec. 63.35(d) of a parachute rigger for an Armed Force within the 15 months
this chapter by passing the required written test within the before the date of application.
27-calendar month period preceding the month the applicant (d) Relief for U.S. Military and Civilian Personnel Who are
completes the practical test, provided the written test was passed Assigned Outside the United States in Support of U.S. Armed
between March 1, 2018 and September 30, 2018. Forces Operations. Notwithstanding the six calendar month period
(ii) An applicant for a flight engineer certificate or specified in paragraph 2 of SFAR No. 100-2 of this part, a person
rating may satisfy the knowledge requirement in Sec. 63.35(d) of may exercise the relief specified in paragraph 1 of SFAR No.
this chapter by passing the required written test within the 100-2 for a duration of nine calendar months after returning to the
26-calendar month period preceding the month the applicant United States, provided the person--
completes the practical test, provided the written test was passed (i) Is eligible in accordance with paragraph 2 of SFAR
between October 1, 2018 and January 31, 2019. No. 100-2 of this part;
(c) Part 65 of this Chapter. (ii) Complies with the documentation requirements spe-
(1) Extension of knowledge test duration requirements in cified in paragraph 3 of SFAR No. 100-2 of this part; and
Sec. 65.55 of this chapter. (iii) Returned to the United States from deployment be-
(i) An applicant for an aircraft dispatcher certificate tween October 2019 and March 2020.
may satisfy the knowledge requirement in Sec. 65.55(b) of this (e) Part 141 of this Chapter.
chapter by presenting satisfactory evidence that the applicant
passed the knowledge test within the 27-calendar month period (1) Pilot school certificate requirements of Sec. 141.5 of
preceding the month the applicant completes the practical test, this chapter.
provided the knowledge test was passed between March 1, 2018 (i) Provisional pilot school. Notwithstanding the period
and September 30, 2018. specified in Sec. 141.5 of this chapter, a provisional pilot school
(ii) An applicant for an aircraft dispatcher certificate may apply for, and the FAA may issue, a pilot school certificate
may satisfy the knowledge requirement in Sec. 65.55(b) of this with the appropriate ratings if the following requirements are
chapter by presenting satisfactory evidence that the applicant met--
passed the knowledge test within the 26-calendar month period (A) The provisional pilot school must satisfy the
preceding the month the applicant completes the practical test, requirements of Sec. 141.5(a) through (e) of this chapter before
provided the knowledge test was passed between October 1, December 31, 2020;
2018 and January 31, 2019. (B) The provisional pilot school certificate must
(2) Extension of testing period in Sec. 65.71 of this expire between April 2020 and June 2020; and
chapter. (C) The provisional pilot school meets the
(i) A person may show eligibility for a mechanic certi- requirements of paragraph 3.(e)(1)(ii) of this SFAR.
ficate or rating under Sec. 65.71 of this chapter by passing all the (ii) Safety mitigations.
prescribed tests of part 65, subpart D, of this chapter within a (A) The provisional pilot school must notify its
period of 27 months, provided the testing period began between responsible Flight Standards office that it is applying for a pilot
March 1, 2018 and September 30, 2018. school certificate in accordance with this SFAR.
(ii) A person may show eligibility for a mechanic certi-
ficate or rating under Sec. 65.71 of this chapter by passing all the
prescribed tests of part 65, subpart D, of this chapter within a
period of 26 months, provided the testing period began between
October 1, 2018 and January 31, 2019.

(B) Each provisional pilot school must include in PART 91—GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES
its notification an acceptable plan that explains the method to
meet the requirements of Sec. 141.5(d) and (e) of this chapter, On page 224, remove Special Federal Aviation Regulation
including-- (SFAR) No. 118-1 from part 91 and add, in its place, SFAR No.
(1) Ensuring each instructor used for ground 118-2 part 91 to read as follows:
or flight training is current and proficient; and
(2) Evaluating students to determine if they Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 118-2 – Relief for
are assigned to the proper stage of the training course and if Certain Persons During the National Emergency Concerning
additional training is necessary. the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Public Health
(2) Renewal of certificates and ratings in Sec. 141.27 of Emergency
this Chapter. NOTE: For the text of SFAR No. 118-2, see part 61 of this book.
(i) Pilot school. A pilot school may apply for renewal of
its pilot school certificate and ratings after the expiration of its
pilot schools certificate, provided the school applies for renewal
before December 31, 2020 and the following requirements are PART 107—SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
met--
(A) The pilot school must meet Sec. 141.27(a)(2) On page 242, remove Special Federal Aviation Regulation
of this chapter before December 31, 2020; (SFAR) No. 118-1 from part 107 and add, in its place, SFAR No.
(B) The pilot school certificate must expire be- 118-2 to part 107 to read as follows:
tween April 2020 and June 2020; and Special Federal Aviation Regulations
(C) The pilot school meets the requirements of
paragraph 3.(e)(2)(ii) of this SFAR. Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 118-2 – Relief for
(ii) Safety mitigations. Certain Persons During the National Emergency Concerning
(A) Each pilot school must submit to the re- the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Public Health
sponsible Flight Standards office notification that it will renew its Emergency
pilot school certificate in accordance with this SFAR.
NOTE: For the text of SFAR No. 118-2, see part 61 of this book.
(B) Each pilot school must include in its notifi-
cation an acceptable plan that explains the method to regain
currency, including--
(1) Ensuring each instructor used for ground PART 141—PILOT SCHOOLS
or flight training is current and proficient; and
(2) Evaluating students to determine if they On page 413, remove Special Federal Aviation Regulation
are assigned to the proper stage of the training course and if (SFAR) No. 118-1 from part 141 and add, in its place, SFAR No.
additional training is necessary. 118-2 to part 141 to read as follows:
4. Other relief for special flight permits issued under Sec.
21.197(c) of this chapter. In addition to the purposes specified in Special Federal Aviation Regulations
Sec. 21.197(c) of this chapter, notwithstanding Sec. 119.5(l) and Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 118-2 – Relief for
91.1015(a) of this chapter, a special flight permit with a con- Certain Persons During the National Emergency Concerning
tinuing authorization may be issued under Sec. 21.197(c) of this the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Public Health
chapter through March 31, 2021, for aircraft that may not meet Emergency
applicable airworthiness requirements, but are capable of safe
flight for the purpose of flying the aircraft to a point of storage, NOTE: For the text of SFAR No. 118-2, see part 61 of this book.
provided the following requirements are met--
(a) The air carrier or operator must hold a special flight per-
mit with continuing authorization to conduct a ferry flight program
issued under Sec. 21.197(c) of this chapter; and
(b) The certificate holder or management specification holder
must notify the responsible Flight Standards office each time the
special flight permit is used for the purpose of flying the aircraft to
a point of storage.
5. Expiration date. This SFAR is effective until April 30, 2021.
The FAA may amend, rescind, or extend the SFAR as necessary.
6. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number.
The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520)
requires the FAA to get approval from OMB for our information
collection activities. The OMB control number assigned to the
FAA’s information collection associated with this SFAR is 2120-
0788.

September 8, 2020
Effective September 8, 2020

Prohibition Against Certain Flights in the Pyongyang Flight
Information Region (FIR) (ZKKP). On page 209, revise
paragraphs (a)(3) and (e) as follows:
* * * * *
* * * * *
(e) Expiration. This SFAR will remain in effect until September
18, 2023. The FAA may amend, rescind, or extend this SFAR, as
necessary.

August 18, 2020
Effective September 15, 2020
PART 71—DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D, AND E

AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES;
AND REPORTING POINTS
Sec. 71.1 Applicability. On page 129, revise date and policy

references as follows:
A listing for Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas; air traffic
service routes; and reporting points can be found in FAA Order
7400.11E, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated
July 21, 2020. This incorporation by reference was approved by
the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C.
552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. The approval to incorporate by reference
FAA Order 7400.11E is effective September 15, 2020, through
September 15, 2021. During the incorporation by reference
period, proposed changes to the listings of Class A, B, C, D, and
E airspace areas; air traffic service routes; and reporting points
will be published in full text as proposed rule documents in the
Federal Register. Amendments to the listings of Class A, B, C, D,
and E airspace areas; air traffic service routes; and reporting points
will be published in full text as final rules in the Federal Register.
Periodically, the final rule amendments will be integrated into a
revised edition of the Order and submitted to the Director of the
Federal Register for approval for incorporation by reference in this
section. Copies of FAA Order 7400.11E may be obtained from
Airspace Policy Group, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Inde-
pendence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591, (202) 267-8783.
An electronic version of the Order is available on the FAA website
at http://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications. Copies of FAA Order
7400.11E may be inspected in Docket No. FAA-2020-0702; Amend-
ment No. 71-52, on http://www.regulations.gov. A copy of FAA
Order 7400.11E may be inspected at the National Archives and
Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability
of FAA Order 7400.11E at NARA, email: [email protected] or
go to https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Secs. 71.5, 71.15, 71.31, 71.33, 71.41, 71.51, 71.61, 71.71,

71.901. On pages 129-130, replace the words “FAA Order
7400.11D” with “FAA Order 7400.11E.”

July 27, 2020
Effective July 27, 2020

Prohibition Against Certain Flights in the Tripoli Flight
Information Region (FIR) (HLLL). On pages 206-207, revise as
follows:
* * * * *
(b) Flight prohibition. Except as provided in paragraphs (c) and
section may conduct flight operations in the following specified
areas:
(1) The territory and airspace of Libya.
(2) Any portion of the Tripoli FIR (HLLL) that is outside the
territory and airspace of Libya at altitudes below Flight Level (FL)
300.
described in paragraph (a) of this section from conducting the
following flight operations in the Tripoli FIR (HLLL):
(1) Overflights of those portions of the Tripoli FIR (HLLL)
that are outside the territory and airspace of Libya that occur at
altitudes at or above Flight Level (FL) 300; or
(2) Flight operations in the Tripoli FIR (HLLL) that are
conducted under a contract, grant, or cooperative agreement with
a department, agency, or instrumentality of the U.S. Government
(or under a subcontract between the prime contractor of the
department, agency, or instrumentality and the person described
in paragraph (a) of this section), with the approval of the FAA, or
under an exemption issued by the FAA. * * *
(d) Emergency situations. * * *
(e) Expiration. This Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR)
will remain in effect until March 20, 2023. The FAA may amend,
rescind, or extend this SFAR, as necessary.

July 16, 2020 4-5-6. TRAFFIC INFORMATION SERVICE (TIS);

4-5-7. AUTOMATIC DEPENDENT SURVEILLANCE
BROADCAST (ADS-B) SERVICES;
Aeronautical Information Manual 4-5-8. TRAFFIC INFORMATION SERVICE BROADCAST
Change 2 (TIS-B);
4-5-9. FLIGHT INFORMATION SERVICE BROADCAST
Effective July 16, 2020 (FIS-B);
4-5-10. AUTOMATIC DEPENDENT SURVEILLANCE
REBROADCAST (ADS-R);
EXPLANATION OF CHANGES 7-1-11. FLIGHT INFORMATION SERVICES (FIS) –
This change adds an email address where pilots can directly
report observed malfunctions of ADS-B and ADS-B-related
1-1-4. VOR RECEIVER CHECK – services, updates the table describing Flight Information Service-
This change adds an additional means of checking VOR Broadcast (FISB) products, and adds a note to paragraph 4-5-6
receivers to ensure satisfactory operation of the airborne system clarifying that Traffic Information Service (TIS) is not related to
per the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 91.171. Traffic Information Service-Broadcast (TIS-B). This change also
reorganizes the hierarchical structure of paragraph 7-1-11 to
3-2-3. CLASS B AIRSPACE – meet the Section 508 compliance requirements specified in FAA
This change revises the AIM, paragraph 3-2-3, Class B Airspace, Order JO 7000.5E, which states that the paragraph breakdown
to reflect the statutory authority of 14 CFR 91.131. The proposed structure must not exceed four levels, as well as makes other
change adds text to the AIM that reflects the authority in 14 CFR minor editorial corrections.
91.131 for student pilots seeking a sport pilot certificate to
operate in Class B airspace after satisfying the requirements of 7-2-1. GENERAL;
14 CFR 61.94. 7-2-2. PROCEDURES;
7-2-3. ALTIMETER ERRORS;
3-4-1. GENERAL; 7-2-4. HIGH BAROMETRIC PRESSURES;
5-1-1. PREFLIGHT PREPARATION; 7-2-5. LOW BAROMETRIC PRESSURE;
5-1-3. NOTICE TO AIRMEN (NOTAM) SYSTEM; 7-3-1. EFFECT OF COLD TEMPERATURE ON BAROMETRIC
5-1-11. FLIGHTS OUTSIDE U.S. TERRITORIAL AIRSPACE; ALTIMETERS;
7-1-5. PREFLIGHT BRIEFING; 7-3-2. FLIGHT PLANNING FOR COLD TEMPERATURE
APPENDIX 3 ABBREVIATIONS/ACRONYMS – ALTIMETER ERRORS;
This change removes all mention of the discontinued Notices to 7-3-3. EFFECTS OF COLD TEMPERATURE ON BARO VNAV
Airmen Publication (NTAP). This change also provides guidance VERTICAL GUIDANCE;
to pilot weather briefers and pilots on the location of Domestic 7-3-4. COLD TEMPERATURE AIRPORTS;
Notices and International Notices migrated from the NTAP. Also 7-3-5. COLD TEMPERATURE AIRPORTS PROCEDURES;
added to paragraph 5-1-3 are Security NOTAMS with both 7-3-6. EXAMPLES FOR CALCULATING ALTITUDE
Domestic and International location identifiers for NOTAM search CORRECTIONS ON CTAS –
purposes. The change will include adding a new section, Section 3, Cold
Temperature Barometric Altimeter Errors, Setting Procedures and
3-4-9. OBTAINING SPECIAL USE AIRSPACE STATUS; Cold Temperature Airports (CTA), updating Section 2, and
3-5-9. OTHER NON-CHARTED AIRSPACE AREAS – renumbering the rest of the sections in Chapter 7. Cold
This change clarifies where pilots may find the most current Temperature Restricted Airports (CTRA) will also be renamed
information about the status of SUA when flight planning. Cold Temperature Airports (CTA).
4-2-4. AIRCRAFT CALL SIGNS – 9-1-4. THE DIGITAL AERONAUTICAL CHART SUPPLEMENT
This change clarifies use of the term “MEDEVAC” to identify a (DACS) –
flight as a MEDEVAC mission for ATC priority handling. This All references to The Digital Aeronautical Chart Supplement
change re-formats the subparagraph, deletes obsolete (DACS) data files will be removed from the AIM by removing
references, and updates language to provide clarity for pilots of paragraph 9-1-4 e1(c).
MEDEVAC flights requiring priority handling from ATC. Also,
clarification for flight planning is added. A NOTE is added for EDITORIAL CHANGES –
pilots operating VFR without a filed flight plan. Editorial changes include a LAHSO correction in paragraph
2-1-6. Also includes various reference updates.
PILOT/CONTROLLER GLOSSARY –
Terms have been added, deleted, or modified within the glossary.
ENTIRE PUBLICATION –
Editorial/format changes were made where necessary.

BASIC FLIGHT INFORMATION AND ATC 3-4-9. OBTAINING SPECIAL USE AIRSPACE STATUS: On
PROCEDURES page 545, add new subparagraph b. and redesignate subsequent
subparagraphs accordingly as follows:
On page 447, delete the fourth paragraph regarding the Notices a. * * *
to Airmen publication.
b. An airspace NOTAM will be issued for SUA when the SUA
airspace (permanent and/or temporary) requires a NOTAM for
Chapter 1. AIR NAVIGATION activation. Pilots should check ARTCC NOTAMs for airspace
activation.
1-1-4. VOR RECEIVER CHECK: On page 462, revise * * * * *
subparagraph d.2. and add new subparagraph d.4. as follows:
* * * * * On page 550, add new paragraph 3-5-9 as follows:
d. * * * 3-5-9. OTHER NON-CHARTED AIRSPACE AREAS
1. * * * a. Stationary or Moving Altitude Reservation (ALTRV). A
2. Certified airborne checkpoints and airways. Stationary or Moving ALTRV is announced via an airspace NOTAM
issued by the Central Altitude Reservation Facility (CARF) or
3. * * * ARTCC. These announcements will appear in CARF and/or
ARTCC NOTAMS. This airspace ensures non-participating IFR
4. If an airborne checkpoint is not available, select an estab- aircraft remain separated from special activity. Non-participating
lished VOR airway. Select a prominent ground point, preferably VFR aircraft are permitted to fly through the area but should
more than 20 NM from the VOR ground facility and maneuver the exercise vigilance.
aircraft directly over the point at a reasonably low altitude above
terrain and obstructions. b. ATC ASSIGNED AIRSPACE. Airspace of defined vertical/
lateral limits, assigned by ATC, for the purpose of providing air
* * * * * traffic segregation between the specified activities being con-
ducted within the assigned airspace and other IFR air traffic.
ATCAA locations and scheduled activation information can be
Chapter 2. AERONAUTICAL LIGHTING AND found on the FAA SUA website; a NOTAM will not be issued to
OTHER AIRPORT VISUAL AIDS announce the activation of this airspace.
2-1-6. RUNWAY STATUS LIGHT (RWSL) SYSTEM: On

page 522, in the last sentence of subparagraph d., change the Chapter 4. AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL
acronym “LASHO” to “LAHSO.”
4-2-4. AIRCRAFT CALL SIGNS: On page 565, revise
subparagraph b.; delete subparagraph b.2. and both EXAMPLEs
Chapter 3. CLASS B AIRSPACE beneath subparagraphs b.1. and b.3.; insert new subparagraphs
b.1.-b.3. including a new EXAMPLE beneath new subparagraph
3-2-3. CLASS B AIRSPACE: On page 538, revise subparagraph b.1.; revise and redesignate old subparagraphs b.1. and b.3. as
b.3.(d)(2) to include sport pilot as follows: new subparagraphs b.3.(a) and b.3.(b) respectively; and add new
subparagraphs b.4. and b.5. including a new NOTE and
a. Definition. * * * REFERENCE beneath new subparagraph b.4. as follows:
b. Operating Rules and Pilot/Equipment Requirements. * * * * * * * *
* * * * * b. Air Ambulance Flights. * * * It is only intended for those
missions of an urgent medical nature and to be utilized only for
3. * * * that portion of the flight requiring priority handling. It is important
* * * * * for ATC to be aware of a flight’s MEDEVAC status, and it is the
pilot’s responsibility to ensure that this information is provided to
(d) * * * ATC.
(1) * * * 1. To receive priority handling from ATC, the pilot must verbally
(2) Who seeks a recreational pilot or sport pilot certificate identify the flight in radio transmissions by stating “MEDEVAC”
and has met the requirements of 14 CFR Section 61.94. followed by the FAA authorized call sign (ICAO 3LD, US Special,
or local) or the aircraft civil “N” registration numbers/letters.
* * * * *
EXAMPLE–
3-4-1. GENERAL: On page 544, revise the NOTE beneath If the aircraft identification of the flight indicates DAL51, the pilot
subparagraph e. as follows: states “MEDEVAC Delta Fifty One.”
* * * * * If the aircraft identification of the flight indicates MDSTR1, the

pilot states “MEDEVAC Medstar One.”
e. * * *
If the aircraft identification of the flight indicates N123G or
NOTE– LN123G, the pilot states “MEDEVAC One Two Three Golf”.
For temporary restricted areas and temporary MOAs, pilots should
review the Domestic Notices found on the Federal NOTAM Sys- 2. If requested by the pilot, ATC will provide additional assist-
tem (FNS) NOTAM Search website under External Links or the ance (e.g., landline notifications) to expedite ground handling of
Air Traffic Plans and Publications website, the FAA SUA website, patients, vital organs, or urgently needed medical materials.
and/or contact the appropriate overlying ATC facility to determine When possible make these requests to ATC via methods other
the effect of non-depicted SUA areas along their routes of flight. than through ATC radio frequencies.

3. MEDEVAC flights may include: 4-5-7. AUTOMATIC DEPENDENT SURVEILLANCE-

BROADCAST (ADS-B) SERVICES: On page 604, revise
(a) Civilian air ambulance flights responding to medical emer- subparagraphs f.-f.4. as follows:
gencies (e.g., first call to an accident scene, carrying patients,
organ donors, organs, or other urgently needed lifesaving medical * * * * *
material). f. Reports of ADS-B Malfunctions.
(b) Air carrier and air taxi flights responding to medical emer- * * * Since ADS-B performance is monitored by maintenance
gencies. The nature of these medical emergency flights usually personnel rather than ATC, report malfunctions to the nearest
concerns the transportation of urgently needed lifesaving medical Flight Service Station (FSS) facility by radio or telephone, or by
materials or vital organs, but can include inflight medical emer- sending an email to the ADS-B help desk at [email protected].
gencies. It is imperative that the company/pilot determine, by the Reports should include:
nature/urgency of the specific medical cargo, if priority ATC
assistance is required. 1. Condition observed;
4. When filing a flight plan, pilots may include “L” for MEDEVAC 2. Date and time of observation;
with the aircraft registration letters/digits and/or include 3. Altitude and location of observation;
“MEDEVAC” in Item 11 (Remarks) of the flight plan or Item 18 4. Type and call sign of the aircraft; and
(Other Information) of an international flight plan. However, ATC 5. * * *
will only use these flight plan entries for informational purposes or
as a visual indicator. ATC will only provide priority handling when 4-5-8. TRAFFIC INFORMATION SERVICE-BROADCAST
the pilot verbally identifies the “MEDEVAC” status of the flight as (TIS-B): On page 605, revise subparagraphs e.-e.4. as follows:
described in subparagraph b1 above.
* * * * *
NOTE– e. Reports of TIS-B Malfunctions.
Civilian air ambulance aircraft operating VFR and without a filed
flight plan are eligible for priority handling in accordance with * * * Since TIS-B performance is monitored by maintenance
subparagraph b1 above. personnel rather than ATC, report malfunctions to the nearest
Flight Service Station (FSS) facility by radio or telephone, or by
REFERENCE– sending an email to the ADS-B help desk at [email protected].
AIM, Para 5-1-8, Flight Plan (FAA Form 7233-1)-Domestic Flights Reports should include:
AIM, Para 5-1-9, International Flight Plan (FAA Form 7233-4)-IFR
Flights (For Domestic or International Flights) 1. Condition observed;
2. Date and time of observation;
5. ATC will also provide priority handling to HOSP and AIR
EVAC flights when verbally requested. These aircraft may file 3. Altitude and location of observation;
“HOSP” or “AIR EVAC” in either Item 11 (Remarks) of the flight 4. Type and call sign of the aircraft; and
plan or Item 18 of an international flight plan. For aircraft identi- 5. * * *
fication in radio transmissions, civilian pilots will use normal call
signs when filing “HOSP” and military pilots will use the “EVAC” 4-5-9. FLIGHT INFORMATION SERVICE-BROADCAST
call sign. (FIS-B): On pages 605-606, revise subparagraphs c.-c.4.,
TBL 4-5-3, and the NOTE beneath TBL 4-5-3 as follows:
* * * * *
* * * * *
4-3-18. TAXIING: On page 580, revise the REFERENCE c. Reports of FIS-B Malfunctions.
beneath subparagraph b. as follows:
* * * Since FIS-B performance is monitored by maintenance
* * * * * personnel rather than ATC, report malfunctions to the nearest
b. ATC clearances or instructions pertaining to * * * Flight Service Station (FSS) facility by radio or telephone, or by
sending an email to the ADS-B help desk at [email protected].
REFERENCE– Reports should include:
AIM, Paragraph 7-4-1, General
1. Condition observed;
* * * * * 2. Date and time of observation;
3. Altitude and location of observation;
4-5-6. TRAFFIC INFORMATION SERVICE (TIS): On page 601, 4. Type and call sign of the aircraft; and
add a new NOTE beneath subparagraph e.1. as follows: 5. * * *
* * * * *
e. Reports of TIS Malfunctions.
1. Users of TIS can render valuable assistance in * * *
NOTE–
TIS operates at only those terminal Mode S radar sites depicted
in FIG 4-5-5. Though similar in some ways, TIS is not related to
TIS-B (Traffic Information Service-Broadcast).

FIS-B Over UAT Product Update and Transmission Intervals

Product Update Interval1 Transmission Interval (95%)2 Basic Product
AIRMET As Available 5 minutes Yes
As Available, then at 15 minute
AWW/WW 5 minutes No
intervals for 1 hour
Ceiling As Available 10 minutes No
Convective SIGMET 5 minutes Yes
D-ATIS As Available 1 minute No
Echo Top 5 minutes 5 minutes No
1 minute (where available),
METAR/SPECI 5 minutes Yes
As Available otherwise
MRMS NEXRAD (CONUS) 2 minutes 15 minutes Yes
MRMS NEXRAD (Regional) 2 minutes 2.5 minutes Yes
NOTAMs-D/FDC As Available 10 minutes Yes
NOTAMs-TFR As Available 10 minutes Yes
PIREP As Available 10 minutes Yes
SIGMET 5 minutes Yes
SUA Status As Available 10 minutes Yes
TAF/AMEND 6 Hours (±15 minutes) 10 minutes Yes
Temperature Aloft 12 Hours (±15 minutes) 10 minutes Yes
TWIP As Available 1 minute No
Winds aloft 12 Hours (±15 minutes) 10 minutes Yes
Lightning strikes 3 5 minutes 5 minutes Yes
Turbulence 3 1 minute 15 minutes Yes
Icing, Forecast Potential (FIP) 3 60 minutes 15 minutes Yes
Cloud tops 3 30 minutes 15 minutes Yes
1 Minute AWOS 3 1 minute 10 minutes No
Graphical-AIRMET 3 As Available 5 minutes Yes
Center Weather Advisory (CWA) 3 As Available 10 minutes Yes
Temporary Restricted Areas (TRA) As Available 10 minutes Yes
Temporary Military Operations
As Available 10 minutes Yes
Areas (TMOA)
TBL 4-5-3
1 The Update Interval is the rate at which the product data is available from the source.
2 The Transmission Interval is the amount of time within which a new or updated product transmission must be completed (95%) and
the rate or repetition interval at which the product is rebroadcast (95%).
3The transmission and update intervals for the expanded set of basic meteorological products may be adjusted based on FAA and
vendor agreement on the final product formats and performance requirements.
NOTE−
[1] Details concerning the content, format, and symbols of the various data link products provided should be obtained from the specific
avionics manufacturer.
[2] NOTAM-D and NOTAM-FDC products broadcast via FIS-B are limited to those issued or effective within the past 30 days.

4-5-10. AUTOMATIC DEPENDENT SURVEILLANCE- 5-1-11. FLIGHTS OUTSIDE U.S. TERRITORIAL AIRSPACE:
REBROADCAST (ADS-R): On page 606, revise subparagraphs On page 635, revise subparagraph e. as follows:
b.-b.4. as follows:
* * * * *
* * * * * e. Current NOTAMs for foreign locations must also be reviewed.
b. Reports of ADS-R Malfunctions. International Notices regarding specific countries may be ob-
tained through the Federal NOTAM System (FNS) NOTAM
* * * Since ADS-R performance is monitored by maintenance Search External Links or the Air Traffic Plans and Publications
personnel rather than ATC, report malfunctions to the nearest website. * * *
Flight Service Station (FSS) facility by radio or telephone, or by
sending an email to the ADS-B help desk at [email protected]. * * * * *
Reports should include:
5-1-17. COLD TEMPERATURE OPERATIONS: On page 637,
1. Condition observed; revise the REFERENCE as follows:
2. Date and time of observation;
3. Altitude and location of observation; * * * * *
4. Type and call sign of the aircraft; and REFERENCE–
5. * * * AIM, Chapter 7, Section 3, Cold Temperature Barometric Altim-
eter Errors, Setting Procedures, and Cold Temperature Airports
(CTA)
Chapter 5. AIR TRAFFIC PROCEDURES AIM, TBL 7-3-1, ICAO Cold Temperature Error Table
5-1-1. PREFLIGHT PREPARATION: On page 615, revise the 5-2-7. DEPARTURE RESTRICTIONS, CLEARANCE VOID
NOTE beneath subparagraph d. as follows: TIMES, HOLD FOR RELEASE, AND RELEASE TIMES: On
page 640, revise subparagraph a.2. to add ADS-B as follows:
* * * * *
a. * * *
d. FSSs are required to advise of pertinent * * *
* * * * *
NOTE– 2. Hold for Release. * * * However, prior to takeoff the pilot
Domestic Notices and International Notices are not provided should cancel the IFR flight plan and operate the transponder/
during a briefing unless specifically requested by the pilot since ADS-B on the appropriate VFR code. * * *
the FSS specialist has no way of knowing whether the pilot has
already checked the Federal NOTAM System (FNS) NOTAM * * * * *
Search System External links prior to calling. * * * Remember
to ask for these Notices if you have not already reviewed this 5-5-4. INSTRUMENT APPROACH: On page 708, revise the
information, and to request all pertinent NOTAMs specific to your REFERENCE beneath subparagraph a.4. as follows:
flight.
a. Pilot.
* * * * *
* * * * *
5-1-3. NOTICE TO AIRMEN (NOTAM) SYSTEM: On page 620, 4. * * *
replace subparagraphs g.-g.2. with new subparagraphs g.-g.2. as
follows: REFERENCE–
AIM, Chapter 7, Section 3, Cold Temperature Barometric Altimeter
* * * * * Errors, Setting Procedures, and Cold Temperature Airports (CTA)
g. Security NOTAMS: AIM, TBL 7-3-1, ICAO Cold Temperature Error Table
1. U.S. Domestic Security NOTAMS are FDC NOTAMS that * * * * *
inform pilots of certain U.S. security activities or requirements,
such as Special Security Instructions for aircraft operations to, 5-5-5. MISSED APPROACH: On page 709, revise the
from, within, or transitioning U.S. territorial airspace. These REFERENCE beneath subparagraph a.5. as follows:
NOTAMS are found on the Federal NOTAM System (FNS)
NOTAM Search website under the location designator KZZZ. a. Pilot.
2. United States International Flight Prohibitions, Potential * * * * *
Hostile Situations, and Foreign Notices are issued by the FAA 5. * * *
and are found on the Federal NOTAM System (FNS) NOTAM
Search website under the location designator KICZ. REFERENCE–
AIM, Chapter 7, Section 3, Cold Temperature Barometric Altimeter
Errors, Setting Procedures, and Cold Temperature Airports (CTA)
AIM, TBL 7-3-1, ICAO Cold Temperature Error Table
* * * * *

Chapter 7. SAFETY OF FLIGHT b. Three Data Link Modes. * * *

1. Broadcast Mode: * * *
7-1-5. PREFLIGHT BRIEFING: On pages 743-744, revise the
NOTE beneath subparagraph b.8.(c) and subparagraph b.10.(b) 2. Contract/Demand Mode: * * *
as follows:
3. Contract/Update Mode: * * *
* * * * *
c. To ensure airman compliance with Federal * * *
b. Standard Briefing. * * *
d. Operational Use of FIS. * * *
* * * * *
8. Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs). 1. Before using FIS for inflight operations, * * *
* * * * * 2. FIS should not serve as the sole source of * * *

(c) * * * 3. The airspace and aeronautical environment is * * *
NOTE− 4. FIS aviation weather products (for example, * * * FIS sup-
[1] * * * ports strategic (typical timeframe of 20 minutes or more) weather
decision-making such as route selection to avoid a weather
[2] Airway NOTAMs, procedural NOTAMs, and NOTAMs that hazard area in its entirety. * * *
are general in nature and not tied to a specific airport/facility (for
example, flight advisories and restrictions, open duration special 5. DSPs offer numerous MET and AI products with information
security instructions, and special flight rules areas) are briefed that can be layered on top of each other. * * *
solely by pilot request. For complete flight information, pilots are
urged to review the Domestic Notices and International Notices 6. FIS NOTAM products, including Temporary * * *
found in the External Links section of the Federal NOTAM Sys- 7. FIS supports better pilot decision-making by increasing
tem (FNS) NOTAM Search System and the Chart Supplement situational awareness. Better decision-making is based on using
U.S. In addition to obtaining a briefing. information from a variety of sources. * * *
* * * * * e. FAA’s Flight Information Service-Broadcast (FIS-B).
10. Pilots may obtain the following from flight service
station briefers upon request: 1. FIS-B is a ground-based broadcast service * * *
* * * * * 2. TBL 7-1-1 lists the text and graphical products available

through FIS-B and provided free-of-charge. * * *
(b) A review of airway NOTAMs, procedural NOTAMs, and
NOTAMs that are general in nature and not tied to a specific air- 3. Users of FIS-B should familiarize themselves * * *
port/facility (for example, flight advisories and restrictions, open
duration special security instructions, and special flight rules 4. FIS-B products are updated and transmitted * * *
areas), Domestic Notices and International Notices. Domestic 5. Where applicable, FIS-B products include a look-ahead
Notices and International Notices are found in the External Links range expressed in nautical miles (NM) for three service
section of the Federal NOTAM System (FNS) NOTAM Search domains: Airport Surface; Terminal Airspace; and En Route/Gulf
System. of Mexico (GOMEX). * * *
* * * * * 6. Prior to using this capability, users should familiarize * * *
7-1-11. FLIGHT INFORMATION SERVICES (FIS): On 7. FIS-B malfunctions not attributed to aircraft system failures
page 751, redesignate subparagraph a. as an undesignated or covered by active NOTAM should be reported by radio or
introductory paragraph, redesignate subsequent subparagraphs telephone to the nearest FSS facility, or by sending an email to
by promoting them one level, and revise redesignated subpara- the ADS-B help desk at [email protected]. Reports should include:
graph a. On page 752, revise redesignated subparagraphs d.4.,
d.5., and d.7., redesignate redesignated subparagraph d.8. as (a) Condition observed;
subparagraph e., redesignate subsequent subparagraphs by (b) Date and time of observation;
promoting them two levels, revise redesignated subparagraph (c) Altitude and location of observation;
e.2., and delete redesignated subparagraphs e.2.(a)-e.2.(k). On (d) Type and call sign of the aircraft; and
page 753, revise redesignated subparagraphs e.5. and e.7., add (e) Type and software version of avionics system.
new subparagraphs e.7.(a)-e.7.(e), revise TBL 7-1-1, and add a
new NOTE beneath TBL 7-1-1. On page 754, redesignate f. Non-FAA FIS Systems. * * *
subparagraph b. as subparagraph f. and combine redesignated
subparagraphs f.1.(b) and f.2. into new subparagraph f.1.(b). 1. * * *
The edits are as follows: (a) * * *
FIS is a method of disseminating meteorological * * * (b) In the case of a weather product which is the result of
a. Data link Service Providers (DSPs). DSPs deploy and main- the application of a process which alters the form, function or
tain airborne, ground-based, and, in some cases, space-based content of the base FAA/NWS accepted weather product(s), that
infrastructure that supports the transmission of AI/MET infor- process, and any limitations to the application of the resultant
mation over one or more physical links. A DSP may provide a product, should be described in the vendor’s user guidance
free of charge or a for-fee service that permits end users to uplink material. An example would be a NEXRAD radar composite/
and downlink AI/MET and other information. The following are mosaic map, which has been modified by changing the scaling
examples of DSPs: resolution. The methodology of assigning reflectivity values to the
resultant image components should be described in the vendor’s
1. FAA FIS-B. * * * guidance material to ensure that the user can accurately interpret
the displayed data.
2. Non-FAA FIS Systems. * * *

FIS-B Over UAT Product Update and Transmission Intervals

Product Update Interval1 Transmission Interval (95%)2 Basic Product
AIRMET As Available 5 minutes Yes
AWW/WW 5 minutes No
Ceiling As Available 10 minutes No
Convective SIGMET 5 minutes Yes
D-ATIS As Available 1 minute No
Echo Top 5 minutes 5 minutes No
1 minute (where available), As
METAR/SPECI 5 minutes Yes
Available otherwise
MRMS NEXRAD (CONUS) 2 minutes 15 minutes Yes
MRMS NEXRAD (Regional) 2 minutes 2.5 minutes Yes
NOTAMs-D/FDC As Available 10 minutes Yes
NOTAMs-TFR As Available 10 minutes Yes
PIREP As Available 10 minutes Yes
SIGMET 5 minutes Yes
SUA Status As Available 10 minutes Yes
TAF/AMEND 6 Hours (±15 minutes) 10 minutes Yes
Temperature Aloft 12 Hours (±15 minutes) 10 minutes Yes
TWIP As Available 1 minute No
Winds aloft 12 Hours (±15 minutes) 10 minutes Yes
Lightning strikes 3 5 minutes 5 minutes Yes
Turbulence 3 1 minute 15 minutes Yes
Icing, Forecast Potential (FIP) 3 60 minutes 15 minutes Yes
Cloud tops 3 30 minutes 15 minutes Yes
1 Minute AWOS 3 1 minute 10 minutes No
Graphical-AIRMET 3 As Available 5 minutes Yes
Center Weather Advisory (CWA) 3 As Available 10 minutes Yes
Temporary Restricted Areas (TRA) As Available 10 minutes Yes
Temporary Military Operations
As Available 10 minutes Yes
Areas (TMOA)
TBL 7-1-1
1 The Update Interval is the rate at which the product data is available from the source.
2 The Transmission Interval is the amount of time within which a new or updated product transmission must be completed (95%) and
the rate or repetition interval at which the product is rebroadcast (95%).
3The transmission and update intervals for the expanded set of basic meteorological products may be adjusted based on FAA and
vendor agreement on the final product formats and performance requirements.
NOTE−
[1] Details concerning the content, format, and symbols of the various data link products provided should be obtained from the specific
avionics manufacturer.
[2] NOTAM-D and NOTAM-FDC products broadcast via FIS-B are limited to those issued or effective within the past 30 days.
* * * * *

7-1-12. WEATHER OBSERVING PROGRAMS: On page 754, 7-2-3. ALTIMETER ERRORS

revise the NOTE beneath subparagraph b.1. as follows:
a. Manufacturing and installation specifications, along with 14
a. Manual Observations. * * * CFR Part 43, Appendix E requirement for periodic tests and
inspections, helps reduce mechanical, elastic, temperature, and
b. Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS). installation errors. (See Instrument Flying Handbook.) Scale error
1. * * * may be observed while performing a ground altimeter check
using the following procedure:
NOTE–
When the barometric pressure exceeds 31.00 inches Hg., see 1. Set the current reported airfield altimeter setting on the
AIM, Paragraph 7-2-3, Altimeter Errors. altimeter setting scale.
* * * * * 2. Read the altitude on the altimeter. The altitude should read

the known field elevation if you are located on the same refer-
ence level used to establish the altimeter setting.
7-1-29. THUNDERSTORM FLYING: On page 776, revise
subparagraph a.8. as follows: 3. If the difference from the known field elevation and the
altitude read from the altimeter is plus or minus 75 feet or greater,
a. Thunderstorm Avoidance. * * * the accuracy of the altimeter is questionable and the problem
* * * * * should be referred to an appropriately rated repair station for
evaluation and possible correction.
8. * * * The weather conditions depicted may be 15 to 20
minutes older than indicated on the display. b. It is important to set the current altimeter settings for the area
of operation when flying at an enroute altitude that does not
* * * * * require a standard altimeter setting of 29.92 "Hg. If the altimeter
is not set to the current altimeter setting when flying from an area
On pages 784-786, replace Section 2 with new Sections 2 and 3 of high pressure into an area of low pressure, the aircraft will be
and redesignate subsequent sections, paragraphs, figures, and closer to the surface than the altimeter indicates. An inch Hg.
tables accordingly as follows: error in the altimeter setting equals 1,000 feet of altitude. For
example, setting 29.90 "Hg instead of 30.90 "Hg. To quote an old
Section 2. BAROMETRIC ALTIMETER ERRORS AND saying: “GOING FROM A HIGH TO A LOW, LOOK OUT BELOW.”
SETTING PROCEDURES
c. The aircraft cruising altitude or flight level is maintained by
referencing the barometric altimeter. Procedures for setting
7-2-1. GENERAL altimeters during high and low barometric pressure events must
a. Aircraft altimeters are subject to the following errors and be set using the following procedures:
weather factors: 1. Below 18,000 feet mean sea level (MSL).
1. Instrument error. (a) Barometric pressure is 31.00 "Hg or less.
2. Position error from aircraft static pressure systems.
3. Nonstandard atmospheric pressure. (1) Set the altimeter to a current reported altimeter set-
4. Nonstandard temperatures. ting from a station along the route and within 100 NM of the
aircraft, or;
b. The standard altimeter 29.92 inches Mercury ("Hg.) setting at
the higher altitudes eliminates station barometer errors, some (2) If there is no station within this area, use the current
altimeter instrument errors, and errors caused by altimeter set- reported altimeter setting of an appropriate available station, or;
tings derived from different geographical sources. NOTE–
Air traffic controllers will furnish this information at least once
7-2-2. BAROMETRIC PRESSURE ALTIMETER ERRORS when en route or on an instrument flight plan within their con-
trolled airspace:
a. High Barometric Pressure: Cold, dry air masses may produce
barometric pressures in excess of 31.00 "Hg. Many aircraft altim- (3) If the aircraft is not equipped with a radio, set the
eters cannot be adjusted above 31.00 "Hg. When an aircraft’s altimeter to the elevation of the departure airport or use an
altimeter cannot be set to pressure settings above 31.00 "Hg, the available appropriate altimeter setting prior to departure.
aircraft’s true altitude will be higher than the indicated altitude on
the barometric altimeter. (b) When the barometric pressure exceeds 31.00 "Hg., a
NOTAM will be published to define the affected geographic area.
b. Low Barometric Pressure: An abnormal low-pressure condi- The NOTAM will also institute the following procedures:
tion exists when the barometric pressure is less than 28.00 "Hg.
Flight operations are not recommended when an aircraft’s (1) All aircraft: All aircraft will set 31.00 "Hg. for en route
altimeter is unable to be set below 28.00 "Hg. In this situation, the operations below 18,000 feet MSL. Maintain this setting until out
aircraft’s true altitude is lower than the indicated altitude. This of the affected area or until reaching the beginning of the final
situation may be exacerbated when operating in extremely cold approach segment on an instrument approach. Set the current
temperatures, which may result in the aircraft’s true altitude being altimeter setting (above 31.00 "Hg.) approaching the final seg-
significantly lower than the indicated altitude. ment, if possible. If no current altimeter setting is available, or if a
setting above 31.00 "Hg. cannot be made on the aircraft’s altim-
NOTE– eter, leave 31.00 "Hg. set in the altimeter and continue the
EXTREME CAUTION SHOULD BE EXERCISED WHEN FLYING approach.
IN PROXIMITY TO OBSTRUCTIONS OR TERRAIN IN LOW
PRESSURES AND/OR LOW TEMPERATURES.

(2) Set 31.00 "Hg. in the altimeter prior to reaching the 2. At or above 18,000 feet MSL. All operators will set 29.92
lowest of any mandatory/crossing altitudes or 1,500 feet above "Hg. (standard setting) in the barometric altimeter. The lowest
ground level (AGL) when on a departure or missed approach. usable flight level is determined by the atmospheric pressure in
the area of operation as shown in TBL 7-2-1. Air Traffic Control
NOTE– (ATC) will assign this flight level.
Air traffic control will issue actual altimeter settings and advise
pilots to set 31.00 "Hg. in their altimeters for en route operations Lowest Usable Flight Level
below 18,000 feet MSL in affected areas.
Altimeter Setting Lowest Usable
(3) No additional restrictions apply for aircraft operating (Current Reported) Flight Level
into an airport that are able to set and measure altimeter settings
29.92 or higher 180
above 31.00 "Hg.
29.91 to 28.92 190
(4) Flight operations are restricted to VFR weather condi-
tions to and from an airport that is unable to accurately measure 28.91 to 27.92 200
barometric pressures above 31.00 "Hg. These airports will report TBL 7-2-1
the barometric pressure as “missing” or “in excess of 31.00 "Hg.”
3. When the minimum altitude per 14 CFR Section 91.159
(5) VFR aircraft. VFR operating aircraft have no additional and 14 CFR Section 91.177 is above 18,000 feet MSL, the
restrictions. Pilots must use caution when flight planning and lowest usable flight level must be the flight level equivalent of the
operating in these conditions. minimum altitude plus the number of feet specified in TBL 7-2-2.
ATC will accomplish this calculation.
(6) IFR aircraft: IFR aircraft unable to set an altimeter
setting above 31.00 "Hg. should apply the following: Lowest Flight Level Correction Factor
[a] The suitability of departure alternate airports, destina- Altimeter Factor Correction Factor
tion airports, and destination alternate airports will be determined
by increasing the published ceiling and visibility requirements 29.92 or higher None
when unable to set the aircraft altimeter above 31.00 "Hg. Any 29.91 to 29.42 500 feet
reported or forecast altimeter setting over 31.00 "Hg. will be
29.41 to 28.92 1000 feet
rounded up to the next tenth to calculate the required increases.
The ceiling will be increased by 100 feet and the visibility by 1/4 28.91 to 28.42 1500 feet
statute mile for each 1/10 "Hg. over 31.00 “Hg. Use these 28.41 to 27.92 2000 feet
adjusted values in accordance with operating regulations and
operations specifications. 27.91 to 27.42 2500 feet
EXAMPLE– TBL 7-2-2
Destination airport altimeter is 31.21 "Hg. The planned approach EXAMPLE–
is an instrument landing system (ILS) with a decision altitude
The minimum safe altitude of a route is 19,000 feet MSL and the
(DA) 200 feet and visibility 1/2 mile (200−1/2). Subtract 31.00 "Hg.
altimeter setting is reported between 29.92 and 29.43 "Hg, the
from 31.21 "Hg. to get .21 “Hg. .21 “Hg rounds up to .30 "Hg.
lowest usable flight level will be 195, which is the flight level
Calculate the increased requirement: 100 feet per 1/10 equates
equivalent of 19,500 feet MSL (minimum altitude (TBL 7-2-1)
to a 300 feet increase for .30 "Hg. 1/4 statute mile per 1/10
plus 500 feet).
equates to a 3/4 statute mile increase for .30 "Hg. The destina-
tion weather requirement is determined by adding the 300−3/4
increase to 200−1/2. The destination weather requirement is now
500−1 1/4. Section 3. COLD TEMPERATURE BAROMETRIC ALTIMETER
ERRORS, SETTING PROCEDURES AND COLD
[b] 31.00 "Hg. will remain set during the complete TEMPERATURE AIRPORTS (CTA)
instrument approach. The aircraft has arrived at the DA or
minimum descent altitude (MDA) when the published DA or MDA 7-3-1. EFFECT OF COLD TEMPERATURE ON BAROMETRIC
is displayed on the barometric altimeter. ALTIMETERS
NOTE– a. Temperature has an effect on the accuracy of barometric
The aircraft will be approximately 300 feet higher than the indi- altimeters, indicated altitude, and true altitude. The standard
cated barometric altitude using this method. temperature at sea level is 15 degrees Celsius (59 degrees
[c] These restrictions do not apply to authorized Cate- Fahrenheit). The temperature gradient from sea level is minus 2
gory II/III ILS operations and certificate holders using approved degrees Celsius (3.6 degrees Fahrenheit) per 1,000 feet. For
atmospheric pressure at aerodrome elevation (QFE) altimetry example, at 5000 feet above sea level, the ambient temperature
systems. on a standard day would be 5 degrees Celsius. When the
ambient (at altitude) temperature is colder than standard, the
(7) The FAA Flight Procedures & Airspace Group, Flight aircraft’s true altitude is lower than the indicated barometric alti-
Technologies and Procedures Division may authorize temporary tude. When the ambient temperature is warmer than the standard
waivers to permit emergency resupply or emergency medical day, the aircraft’s true altitude is higher than the indicated
service operation. barometric altitude.
b. TBL 7-3-1 indicates how much error may exist when operat-
ing in non-standard cold temperatures. To use the table, find the
reported temperature in the left column, and read across the top
row to locate the height above the airport (subtract the airport
elevation from the flight altitude). Find the intersection of the
temperature row and height above airport column. This number
represents how far the aircraft may be below the indicated alti-
tude due to possible cold temperature induced error.

ICAO Cold Temperature Error Table

Height Above Airport in Feet
200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1500 2000 3000 4000 5000
Reported Temp ºC +10 10 10 10 10 20 20 20 20 20 30 40 60 80 90

0 20 20 30 30 40 40 50 50 60 90 120 170 230 280
-10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 150 200 290 390 490
-20 30 50 60 70 90 100 120 130 140 210 280 420 570 710
-30 40 60 80 100 120 140 150 170 190 280 380 570 760 950
-40 50 80 100 120 150 170 190 220 240 360 480 720 970 1210
-50 60 90 120 150 180 210 240 270 300 450 590 890 1190 1500
TBL 7-3-1
7-3-2. PRE-FLIGHT PLANNING FOR COLD TEMPERATURE b. Baro-VNAV temperature range versus CTA temperature: The
ALTIMETER ERRORS baro-VNAV and CTA temperatures are independent and do not
follow the same correction or reporting procedures. However,
Flight planning into a CTA may be accomplished prior to flight. there are times when both procedures, each according to its as-
Use the predicted coldest temperature for plus or minus 1 hour of sociated temperature, should be accomplished on the approach.
the estimated time of arrival and compare against the CTA
published temperature. If the predicted temperature is at or below c. Operating and ATC reporting procedures.
CTA temperature, calculate an altitude correction using TBL 7-3-1.
This correction may be used at the CTA if the actual arrival 1. Do not use the CTA operating or reporting procedure found
temperature is the same as the temperature used to calculate the in this section, 7-3-4 a. thru 7-3-5 e. when complying with the baro-
altitude correction during preflight planning. VNAV temperature note on an RNAV (GPS) approach. Correction
is not required nor expected to be applied to procedure altitudes
or VNAV paths outside of the final approach segment.
7-3-3. EFFECTS OF COLD TEMPERATURE ON BARO-
VERTICAL (VNAV) VERTICAL GUIDANCE 2. Operators must advise ATC when making temperature cor-
rections on RNP authorization required (AR) approaches while
Non-standard temperatures can result in a change to effective
adhering to baro-VNAV temperature note.
vertical paths and actual descent rates when using aircraft baro-
VNAV equipment for vertical guidance on final approach segments. 3. Reporting altitude corrections is required when complying
A lower than standard temperature will result in a shallower de- with CTAs in conjunction with the baro-VNAV temperature note.
scent angle and reduced descent rate. Conversely, a higher than The CTA altitude corrections will be reported in this situation. No
standard temperature will result in a steeper angle and increased altitude correction reporting is required in the final segment.
descent rate. Pilots should consider potential consequences of
these effects on approach minima, power settings, sight picture, NOTE–
visual cues, etc., especially for high-altitude or terrain-challenged When executing an approach with vertical guidance at a CTA
locations and during low-visibility conditions. (i.e., ILS, localizer performance with vertical guidance (LPV),
LNAV/VNAV), pilots are reminded to intersect the glideslope/
REFERENCE– glidepath at the corrected intermediate altitude (if applicable)
AIM Paragraph 5-4-5, Instrument Approach Procedure (IAP) Charts. and follow the published glideslope/glidepath to the corrected
minima. The ILS glideslope and WAAS generated glidepath are
a. Uncompensated Baro-VNAV note on 14 CFR Part 97 IAPs.
unaffected by cold temperatures and provide vertical guidance to
The area navigation (RNAV) global positioning system (GPS) and
the corrected DA. Begin descent on the ILS glideslope or WAAS
RNAV required navigation performance (RNP) notes, “For uncom-
generated glidepath when directed by aircraft instrumentation.
pensated Baro-VNAV systems, lateral navigation (LNAV)/VNAV
Temperature affects the precise final approach fix (PFAF) true
NA below -XX°C (-XX°F) or above XX°C (XXX°F)” and “For un-
altitude where a baro-VNAV generated glidepath begins. The
compensated Baro-VNAV systems, procedure NA below -XX°C
PFAF altitude must be corrected when below the CTA tempera-
(-XX°F) or above XX°C (XXX°F)” apply to baro-VNAV equipped
ture restriction for the intermediate segment or outside of the
aircraft. These temperatures and how they are used are inde-
baro-VNAV temperature restriction when using the LNAV/VNAV
pendent of the temperature and procedures applied for a Cold
line of minima to the corrected DA.
Temperature Airport.
1. The uncompensated baro-VNAV chart note and tempera-
ture range on an RNAV (GPS) approach is applicable to the
LNAV/VNAV line of minima. Baro-VNAV equipped aircraft without
a temperature compensating system may not use the RNAV
(GPS) approach LNAV/VNAV line of minima when the actual
temperature is above or below the charted temperature range.
2. The uncompensated baro-VNAV chart note and tempera-
ture range on an RNAV (RNP) approach applies to the entire
procedure. For aircraft without a baro-VNAV and temperature
compensating system, the RNAV (RNP) approach is not author-
ized when the actual temperature is above or below the charted
uncompensated baro-VNAV temperature range.

7-3-4. COLD TEMPERATURE AIRPORTS (CTA) e. How to apply Cold Temperature Altitude Corrections on an
Approach.
a. General: The FAA has determined that operating in cold tem-
peratures has placed some 14 CFR Part 97 instrument approach 1. All Segments Method: Pilots may correct all segment
procedures in the United States National Airspace System at risk altitudes from the initial approach fix (IAF) altitude to the missed
for loss of required obstacle clearance (ROC). An airport that is approach (MA) final holding altitude. Pilots familiar with the infor-
determined to be at risk will have an ICON and temperature mation in this section and the procedures for accomplishing the
published on the instrument approach procedure (IAP) in the all segments method, only need to use the published “snowflake”
terminal procedures publication (TPP). icon, /CTA temperature limit on the approach chart for making
corrections. Pilots are not required to reference the CTA list. The
b. CTA identification in TPP: A CTA is identified by a “snowflake” altitude correction is calculated as follows:
icon () and temperature limit, in Celsius, on U.S. Government
approach charts. (a) Manual correction: Pilots will make a manual correction
when the aircraft is not equipped with a temperature compen-
c. A current list of CTAs is located at: https://www.faa.gov/air sating system or when a compensating system is not used to
_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/digital_products/dtpp/search/. Airports make the correction. Use TBL 7-3-1, ICAO Cold Temperature
are listed by ICAO code, Airport Name, Temperature in Celsius, Error Table to calculate the correction needed for the approach
and affected segment(s). segment(s).
d. Airport Criteria. The CTA risk analysis is performed on (1) Correct all altitudes from the final approach fix (FAF)/
airports that have at least one runway of 2500 ft. Pilots operating PFAF up to and including the IAF altitude: Calculate the correc-
into an airport with a runway length less than 2500 ft. may make tion by taking the FAF/PFAF altitude and subtracting the airport
a cold temperature altitude correction in cold temperature condi- elevation. Use this number to enter the height above airport
tions, if desired. Comply with operating and reporting procedures column in TBL 7-3-1 until reaching the reported temperature from
for CTAs. the “Reported Temperature” row. Round this number as appli-
e. ATC Reporting Requirements. Pilots must advise ATC with cable and then add to all altitudes from the FAF altitude through
the corrected altitude when applying an altitude correction on any the IAF altitude.
approach segment with the exception of the final segment. (2) Correct all altitudes in the final segment: Calculate
f. Methods to apply correction: The FAA recommends operators/ the correction by taking the MDA or DA for the approach being
pilots use either the All Segments Method or the Individual flown and subtract the airport elevation. Use this number to enter
Segments Method when making corrections at CTAs. the height above airport column in TBL 7-3-1 until reaching the
reported temperature from the “Reported Temperature” row. Use
this number or round up to next nearest 100. Add this number to
7-3-5. COLD TEMPERATURE AIRPORT PROCEDURES MDA or DA, as applicable, and any applicable step-down fixes in
a. PILOTS MUST NOT MAKE AN ALTIMETER CHANGE to the final segment.
accomplish an altitude correction. Pilots must ensure that the (3) Correct final holding altitude in the MA Segment:
altimeter is set to the current altimeter setting provided by ATC in Calculate the correction by taking the final missed approach (MA)
accordance with 14 CFR Sec. 91.121. holding altitude and subtract the airport elevation. Use this
b. Actions on when and where to make corrections: Pilots will number to enter the height above airport column in TBL 7-3-1
make an altitude correction to the published, “at”, “at or above”, until reaching the reported temperature from the “Reported
and “at or below” altitudes on all designated segment(s) to all Temperature” row. Round this number as applicable and then
runways for all published instrument approach procedures when add to the final MA altitude only.
the reported airport temperature is at or below the published CTA (b) Aircraft with temperature compensating systems: If flying
temperature on the approach plate. A pilot may request an an aircraft equipped with a system capable of temperature
altitude correction (if desired) on any approach at any United compensation, follow the instructions for applying temperature
States airport when extreme cold temperature is encountered. compensation provided in the airplane flight manual (AFM), AFM
Pilots making a correction must comply with ATC reporting supplement, or system operating manual. Ensure that tempera-
requirements. ture compensation system is on and active prior to the IAF and
c. Correctable altitudes: ATC does not apply a cold temperature remains active throughout the entire approach and missed ap-
correction to their Minimum Vectoring Altitude (MVA) or Minimum proach.
IFR Altitude (MIA) charts. Pilots must request approval from ATC (1) Pilots that have a system that is able to calculate a
to apply a cold temperature correction to any ATC assigned temperature-corrected DA or MDA may use the system for this
altitude. Pilots must not correct altitudes published on Standard purpose.
Instrument Departures (SIDs), Obstacle Departure Procedures
(ODPs), and Standard Terminal Arrivals (STARs). (2) Pilots that have a system unable to calculate a tem-
perature corrected DA or MDA will manually calculate an altitude
d. Use of corrected MDA/DA: Pilots will use the corrected MDA correction for the MDA or DA.
or DA as the minimum altitude for an approach. Pilots must meet
the requirements in 14 CFR Part 91.175 in order to operate NOTE–
below the corrected MDA or DA. Pilots must see and avoid Some systems apply temperature compensation only to those
obstacles when descending below the minimum altitude on the altitudes associated with an instrument approach procedure
approach. loaded into the active flight plan while other systems apply tem-
perature compensation to all procedure altitudes or user entered
NOTE– altitudes in the active flight plan, including altitudes associated
The corrected DA or MDA does not affect the visibility minima with a STAR. For those systems that apply temperature compen-
published for the approach. With the application of a cold temper- sation to all altitudes in the active flight plan, delay activating
ature correction to the DA or MDA, the airplane should be in a temperature compensation until the aircraft has passed the last
position on the glideslope/glidepath or at the published missed altitude constraint associated with the active STAR.
approach point to identify the runway environment.

Example Cold Temperature Restricted Airport List - Required Segments

Identifier Airport Name Temperature Intermediate Final Missed Appr
3U3 Bowman Field -33C X
6S5 Ravalli County -23C X
6S8 Laurel Municipal -30C X
7S0 Ronan -27C X
8S1 Polson -20C X X
32S Stevensville -20C X
FIG 7-3-1
2. Individual Segment(s) Method: Pilots are allowed to cor- f. Acceptable Use of Table for manual CTA altitude correction:
rect only the marked segment(s) indicated in the CTA list. (See TBL 7-3-1.) Pilots may calculate a correction with a visual
https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/digital_products interpolation of the chart when using reported temperature and
/dtpp/search/. Pilots using the Individual Segment(s) Method will height above airport. This calculated altitude correction may then
reference the CTA list to determine which segment(s) need a be rounded to the nearest whole hundred or rounded up. For
correction. See FIG 7-3-1. example, a correction of 130 ft. from the chart may be rounded to
100 ft. or 200 ft. A correction of 280 ft. will be rounded up to
(a) Manual Correction: Pilots will make a manual correction 300 ft. This rounded correction will be added to the appropriate
when the aircraft is not equipped with a temperature com- altitudes for the “Individual” or “All” segment method. The correc-
pensating system or when a compensating system is not used to tion calculated from the table for the MDA or DA may be used as
make the correction. Use TBL 7-3-1, ICAO Cold Temperature is or rounded up, but never rounded down. This number will be
Error Table, to calculate the correction needed for the approach added to the MDA, DA, and all step-down fixes inside of the FAF
segment(s). as applicable.
(1) Intermediate Segment: All altitudes from the FAF/ 1. No extrapolation above the 5000 ft. column is required.
PFAF up to but not including the intermediate fix (IF) altitude. Pilots may use the 5000 ft. “height above airport in feet” column
Calculate the correction by taking FAF/PFAF altitude and sub- for calculating corrections when the calculated altitude is greater
tracting the airport elevation. Use this number to enter the height than 5000 ft. above reporting station elevation. Pilots must add
above airport column in TBL 7-3-1 until reaching the reported the correction(s) from the table to the affected segment alti-
temperature from the “Reported Temperature” row. Round this tude(s) and fly at the new corrected altitude. Do not round down
number as applicable and then add to FAF altitude and all step- when using the 5000 ft. column for calculated height above
down altitudes within the intermediate segment (inside of the airport values greater than 5000 ft. Pilots may extrapolate above
waypoint labeled “(IF)”). the 5000 ft. column to apply a correction if desired.
(2) Final segment: Calculate correction by taking the 2. These techniques have been adopted to minimize pilot
MDA or DA for the approach flown and subtract the airport distraction by limiting the number of entries into the table when
elevation. Use this number to enter the height above airport making corrections. Although not all altitudes on the approach will
column in TBL 7-3-1 until reaching the reported temperature from be corrected back to standard day values, a safe distance above
the “Reported Temperature” row. Use this number or round up to the terrain/obstacle will be maintained on the corrected approach
next nearest 100. Add this number to MDA or DA, as applicable, segment(s). Pilots may calculate a correction for each fix based
and any applicable step-down fixes in the final segment. on the fix altitude if desired.
(3) Missed Approach Segment: Calculate the correction NOTE–
by taking the final MA holding altitude and subtract the airport Pilots may use Real Time Mesoscale Analysis (RTMA): Alternate
elevation. Use this number to enter the height above airport Report of Surface Temperature, for computing altitude correc-
column in TBL 7-3-1 until reaching the reported temperature from tions, when airport temperatures are not available via normal
the “Reported Temperature” row. Round this number as appli- reporting. The RTMA website is http://nomads.ncep.noaa.gov/
cable and then add to the final MA altitude only. pub/data/nccf/com/rtma/prod/airport_temps/.
(b) Aircraft with temperature compensating system: If flying
an aircraft equipped with a system capable of temperature
compensation, follow the instructions for applying temperature
compensation provided in the AFM, AFM supplement, or system
operating manual. Ensure the temperature compensation system
is on and active prior to the segment(s) being corrected.
Manually calculate an altimetry correction for the MDA or DA.
Determine an altimetry correction from the ICAO table based on
the reported airport temperature and the height difference
between the MDA or DA, as applicable, and the airport elevation,
or use the compensating system to calculate a temperature
corrected altitude for the published MDA or DA if able.

g. Communication: Pilots must request approval from ATC when- (6) Add 300 ft. to the FAF and all procedure altitudes
ever applying a cold temperature altitude correction. Pilots do not outside of the FAF up to and including IAF altitude(s):
need to inform ATC of the final approach segment correction (i.e.,
new MDA or DA). This request should be made on initial radio [a] LANNY (IAF), CHARL (IAF), and ODIRE (IAF
contact with the ATC facility issuing the approach clearance. ATC Holding-in-Lieu): 9400 + 300 = 9700 ft.
requires this information in order to ensure appropriate vertical [b] CALIP (stepdown fix): 7000 + 300 = 7300 ft.
separation between known traffic. Pilots should query ATC when
vectored altitudes to a segment are lower than the requested cor- [c] SUPPY (FAF): 6200 + 300 = 6500 ft.
rected altitude. Pilots are encouraged to self-announce corrected
altitude when flying into a non-towered airfield. (7) Correct altitudes within the final segment altitude
based on the minima used. LP MDA = 4520 ft.
1. The following are examples of appropriate pilot-to-ATC com-
munication when applying cold-temperature altitude corrections. (8) Difference: 4520 ft. – 3206 ft. = 1314 ft.
(a) On initial check-in with ATC providing approach clear- (9) AIM 7-3-1 Table: 1314 ft. at -12°C is approximately
ance: Missoula, MT (example below). 150ft. Use 150 ft. or round up to 200 ft.
● Vectors to final approach course: Outside of IAFs: (10) Add corrections to altitudes up to but not including
“Request 9700 ft. for cold temperature operations.” the FAF:
● Vectors to final approach course: Inside of ODIRE: [a] BEGPE (stepdown fix): 4840 + 150 = 4990 ft.
“Request 7300 ft. for cold temperature operations.”
[b] LNAV MDA: 4520 + 180 = 4670 ft.
● Missed Approach segment: “Require final holding
altitude, 12500 ft. on missed approach for cold temperature oper- (11) Correct JENKI/Missed Approach Holding Altitude:
ations.” MA altitude is 12000:
(b) Pilots cleared by ATC for an instrument approach [a] JENKI: 12000 − 3206 = 8794 ft.
procedure; “Cleared the RNAV (GPS) Y RWY 12 approach (from (12) Table 7-3-1: 8794 ft. at -12°C. Enter table at -12°C
any IAF)”. Missoula, MT (example below). and intersect the 5000 ft. height above airport column. The
● IAF: “Request 9700 ft. for cold temperature operations approximate value is 500 ft.
at LANNY, CHARL, or ODIRE.” (13) Add correction to holding fix final altitude:
7-3-6. EXAMPLES FOR CALCULATING ALTITUDE [a] JENKI: 12000 + 500 = 12500 ft.
CORRECTIONS ON CTAs
b. Temperature Compensating System: Operators using a tem-
All 14 CFR Part 97 IAPs must be corrected at an airport. The perature compensating RNAV system to make altitude corrections
following example provides the steps for correcting the different will be set to the current airport temperature (-12°C) and acti-
segments of an approach and will be applied to all 14 CFR Part vated prior to passing the IAF. A manual calculation of the cold
97 IAPs: temperature altitude correction is required for the MDA/DA.
a. Missoula Intl (KMSO). Reported Temperature -12°C: RNAV 1. Individual Segments Method: Missoula requires correction
(GPS) Y RWY 12. in the intermediate and final segments. However, in this example,
the missed approach is also shown.
1. All Segments Method: All segments corrected from IAF
through MA holding altitude. (a) Manual Calculation: Use the appropriate steps in the All
Segments Method above to apply a correction to the required
(a) Manual Calculation: segment.
(1) Cold Temperature Restricted Airport Temperature (1) Intermediate. Use steps 7-3-6 a. 1. (a) (1) thru (6). Do
Limit: -12°C. not correct the IAF or IF when using individual segments method.
(2) Altitude at the Final Approach Fix (FAF) (SUPPY) = (2) Final. Use steps 7-3-6 a. 1. (a) (7) thru (10).
6200 ft.
(3) Missed Approach. Use steps 7-3-6 a, 1. (a) (11) thru
(3) Airport elevation = 3206 ft. (13).
(4) Difference: 6200 ft. – 3206 ft. = 2994 ft. (b) Temperature Compensating System: Operators using a
temperature compensating RNAV system to make altitude
(5) Use TBL 7-3-1, ICAO Cold Temperature Error Table, corrections will be set to the current airport temperature (-12°C)
a height above airport of 2994 ft. and -12°C. Visual interpolation and activated at a point needed to correct the altitude for the
is approximately 300 ft. Actual interpolation is 300 ft. segment. A manual calculation of the cold temperature altitude
correction is required for the MDA/DA.

Missoula Intl RNAV (GPS) Y RWY 12
FIG 7-3-2

Chapter 9. AERONAUTICAL CHARTS AND MINIMUM SAFE ALTITUDE WARNING (MSAW) - A function of
RELATED PUBLICATIONS the EAS and STARS computer that aids the controller by alert-
ing him/her when a tracked Mode C equipped aircraft is below
9-1-4. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF EACH CHART SERIES: or is predicted by the computer to go below a predetermined
On page 817, delete subparagraph e.1.(c). minimum safe altitude.
(Refer to AIM.)
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Appendix 3. ABBREVIATIONS/ACRONYMS NAVIGATION REFERENCE SYSTEM (NRS) - * * * The initial
use of the NRS will be in the high altitude environment. * * *
On page 839, delete “NTAP from Appendix 3.
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NORTH MARK - DELETED
PILOT/CONTROLLER GLOSSARY * * * * *
NOTICES TO AIRMEN PUBLICATION - DELETED
On pages 848-849, 851, 858, 863, 866, 870, 872-873, 877-878,
888, and 890, add, revise, or delete the following: * * * * *
* * * * * NTAP - DELETED
ARTS - DELETED * * * * *
* * * * * PREFERRED IFR ROUTES - * * *
(Refer to NOTICES TO AIRMEN PUBLICATION.) - DELETED
AUTOMATED RADAR TERMINAL SYSTEMS (ARTS) - DELETED
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* * * * *
QUICK LOOK - A feature of the EAS and STARS which provides
CENRAP - DELETED the controller the capability to display full data blocks of tracked
CENRAP-PLUS - DELETED aircraft from other control positions.
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CENTER RADAR ARTS PRESENTATION/PROCESSING - DE- RADAR APPROACH CONTROL FACILITY - * * *
LETED
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CENTER RADAR ARTS PRESENTATION/PROCESSING-PLUS
- DELETED 5. Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) (FAA). (Only those
towers delegated approach control authority.)
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DOMESTIC NOTICES - A special notice or notice containing
graphics or plain language text pertaining to almost every TERMINAL AUTOMATION SYSTEMS (TAS) - TAS is used to
aspect of aviation, such as military training areas, large scale identify the numerous automated tracking systems including
sporting events, air show information, Special Traffic Manage- STARS and MEARTS.
ment Programs (STMPs), and airport-specific information. * * * * *
These notices are applicable to operations within the United
States and can be found on the Domestic Notices website, TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ALERT - A term used in a
updated every 28 days. Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued in conjunction with a special
traffic management program to alert pilots to the existence of
* * * * * the program and to refer them to a special traffic management
HAR - DELETED program advisory message for program details. * * *
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HIGH ALTITUDE REDESIGN (HAR) - DELETED
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INTERNATIONAL NOTICES - A notice containing flight prohibi-
tions, potential hostile situations, or other international/foreign
oceanic airspace matters. These notices can be found on the
International Notices website, updated every 28 days.
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June 29, 2020 (i) Airmen requirements. Notwithstanding the period

specified in Sec. 61.55(c) of this chapter, a person who is
required to complete the second-in-command familiarization and
Effective June 25, 2020, through March 31, 2021 currency requirements under Sec. 61.55(b)(1) and (2) between
March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 for purposes of
PART 61—CERTIFICATION: PILOTS, FLIGHT maintaining second-in-command privileges may complete the
INSTRUCTORS, AND GROUND INSTRUCTORS requirements of Sec. 61.55(b)(1) and (2) in the month before or
three months after the month in which they are required, provided
the pilot meets the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(1)(ii) of this
The following update replaces Special Federal Aviation SFAR. A pilot who meets the requirements of Sec. 61.55(b)(1)
Regulation (SFAR) No. 118, which was added in a May 4, 2020, and (2) within the period prescribed by this paragraph 2.(b)(1)(i)
update. On page 118, add SFAR No. 118-1 to part 61 as follows: will be considered to have completed the requirements in the
Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 118-1 – Relief for month in which they were due.
Certain Persons During the National Emergency Concerning (ii) Qualification requirements. To complete the re-
the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Public Health quirements of Sec. 61.55(b)(1) or (2) within the period specified
Emergency in paragraph 2.(b)(1)(i) of this SFAR, the person--
(A) Must review and become familiar with the
1. Applicability. This Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) following information for the specific type of aircraft for which
applies to-- second-in-command privileges are sought--
(a) Certain persons who are unable to meet the following (1) Operational procedures applicable to the
requirements during some period between March 1, 2020 and powerplant, equipment, and systems;
September 30, 2020-- (2) Performance specifications and limitations;
(1) Training, recency, testing and checking requirements (3) Normal, abnormal, and emergency operat-
specified in parts 61, 91, 107, and 125 of this chapter, and SFAR ing procedures;
No. 73 of this part; and (4) Flight manual; and
(2) Duration and renewal requirements specified in parts (5) Placards and markings; and
61, 63, 65, and 141 of this chapter, and SFAR No. 100-2 of this
part; and (B) Prior to serving as second-in-command, must
have logged at least three takeoffs and landings to a full stop as
(b) Certain air carriers and operators who are unable to the sole manipulator of the flight controls within the 180 days
obtain special flight permits with a continuing authorization under preceding the date of the flight.
part 21 of this chapter for the purpose of flying the aircraft to a
point of storage. (2) Flight review requirements of Sec. 61.56. A person
who has not completed a flight review within the previous 24
2. Training, recency, testing, and checking requirements. calendar months in accordance with Sec. 61.56 may continue to
(a) Applicability. The relief provided by paragraph 2 of this act as pilot in command of an aircraft, provided the following
SFAR applies to-- requirements are met--
(1) Operations conducted for compensation or hire under (i) Airmen requirements. The person was current to
parts 91, 125, 133, and 137 of this chapter by persons who are act as pilot in command of an aircraft in March 2020 and, to
exercising the privileges of at least a commercial pilot certificate maintain currency, is required to complete a flight review under
issued under this part; Sec. 61.56 between March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020.
(2) Operations conducted by persons who are exercising (ii) Qualification requirements. To act as pilot in
the privileges of a private pilot certificate issued this part, command of an aircraft during the period specified in paragraph
provided the person meets one of the following paragraphs-- 2(b)(2)(iii) of this SFAR, the person must have--
(i) The person is conducting a charitable medical (A) Within the 12 calendar months preceding the
flight for a volunteer pilot organization pursuant to an exemption month in which the flight review is due, logged at least 10 hours
issued under part 11 of this chapter, and the flight involves only of flight time as pilot in command in an aircraft for which that pilot
the carriage of persons considered essential for the flight; is rated; and
(ii) The person is conducting an agricultural aircraft (B) Since January 1, 2020 and preceding the
operation under a private agricultural aircraft operating certificate date of flight, completed online Wings courses for pilots from the
issued in accordance with Sec. 137.19 of this chapter; FAA Safety Team website, available at www.faasafety.gov. The
(iii) The person has at least 500 hours of total time as online training courses must total at least 3 Wings credits.
a pilot, that includes at least 400 hours as a pilot in command (iii) Grace period. The person may act as pilot in
and at least 50 hours that were accrued within the preceding 12 command of an aircraft for a duration of three calendar months
calendar months, and the person is conducting one of the from the month in which the flight review was due. Before acting
following operations consistent with the compensation or hire as pilot in command of an aircraft in the fourth month after the
exceptions specified in Sec. 61.113: month in which the flight review was due, the person must satis-
(A) A flight incidental to that person’s business or factorily complete a flight review in accordance with Sec. 61.56.
employment; (3) Instrument experience requirements of Sec. 61.57. A
(B) A flight in support of family medical needs or person who has not performed and logged the tasks required by
to transport essential goods for personal use; Sec. 61.57(c)(1) within the 6 calendar months preceding the
(C) A flight necessary to fly an aircraft to a loca- month of the flight may continue to act as pilot in command under
tion in order to meet a requirement of this chapter; or IFR or in weather conditions less than the minimums prescribed
(D) A flight to transport essential goods and medi- for VFR, provided the following requirements are met--
cal supplies to support public health needs; (i) Qualification requirements. The person has--
(3) For operations conducted under part 91, subpart K, (A) Within the 6 calendar months preceding the
and part 125 of this chapter, persons who are serving as flight month of the flight, performed and logged at least three instrument
attendant crewmembers, check pilots, and flight instructors; and approaches in actual weather conditions, or under simulated
(4) Operations conducted under part 107 of this chapter conditions using a view-limiting device; and
by a person who holds a remote pilot certificate issued under part (B) Within the 9 calendar months preceding the
107 of this chapter. month of the flight, performed and logged the tasks required by
(b) This Part. Sec. 61.57(c)(1).

(ii) Grace period. Between April 30, 2020 and (1) Airmen requirements. The person was
September 30, 2020, a person who meets the qualification current under Sec. 91.1069(c) of this chapter to use that type of
requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(3)(i) of this SFAR may act as precision instrument approach procedure in March 2020, and is
pilot in command under IFR or in weather conditions less than required to demonstrate that type of precision instrument ap-
the minimums prescribed for VFR. proach procedure between March 1, 2020 and September 30,
(iii) Instrument currency after September 30, 2020. 2020.
Before acting as pilot in command under IFR or in weather (2) Grace period. The person satisfactorily
conditions less than the minimums prescribed for VFR after demonstrates that type of precision instrument approach proce-
September 30, 2020, the person must comply with Sec. 61.57(c). dure within three months after the month in which it was required.
(4) Pilot in command proficiency check requirements of (3) Safety mitigations. The management spe-
Sec. 61.58. cification holder satisfies paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR.
(i) Airmen requirements. Notwithstanding the period (B) Non-precision instrument approaches. A pilot
specified in Sec. 61.58(i), a pilot who is required to take a pilot in who has not satisfactorily demonstrated either the type of non-
command proficiency check under Sec. 61.58(a)(1) or (2) be- precision instrument approach procedure to be used, or any other
tween March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 for purposes of two different types of non-precision approach procedures, within
maintaining pilot in command privileges may complete the check the previous six months in accordance with Sec. 91.1069(c) of
in the month before or three months after the month in which it is this chapter may continue to use that type of non-precision
required, provided the pilot meets the requirements of paragraph instrument approach procedure, provided the following require-
2.(b)(4)(ii) of this SFAR. A pilot who completes the proficiency ments are met--
check within the period prescribed by this paragraph 2.(b)(4)(i) (1) Airmen requirements. The person was
will be considered to have completed the check in the month in current under Sec. 91.1069(c) of this chapter to use that type of
which it was required. non-precision instrument approach procedure in March 2020,
(ii) Qualification requirements. To complete the pilot and is required to demonstrate that type of non-precision instru-
in command proficiency check required by Sec. 61.58(a)(1) or (2) ment approach procedure, or any other two different types of
within the period specified in paragraph 2.(b)(4)(i) of this SFAR, non-precision instrument approach procedures, between March
the person-- 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020.
(A) Must meet the flight experience requirements (2) Grace period. The person satisfactorily
of Sec. 61.57 that are applicable to the operation to be con- demonstrates that type of non-precision instrument approach
ducted; and procedure within three months after the month in which it was
(B) Within the 3 calendar months preceding the required.
month of the flight, must have reviewed the following information (3) Safety mitigations. The management spe-
for the specific type of aircraft for which pilot in command privil- cification holder satisfies paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR.
eges are sought-- (iv) Check pilot (simulator) and flight instructor
(1) Operational procedures applicable to the (simulator) requirements. Notwithstanding the period specified in
powerplant, equipment, and systems; Secs. 91.1089(g) and 91.1091(g) of this chapter, a check pilot
(2) Performance specifications and limitations; (simulator) or flight instructor (simulator) who is required to com-
(3) Normal, abnormal, and emergency operat- plete the flight segments or line-observation program under Sec.
ing procedures; 91.1089(f) or Sec. 91.1091(f) of this chapter between March 1,
(4) Flight manual; and 2020 and September 30, 2020 for purposes of maintaining
qualification may complete the flight segments or line-observation
(5) Placards and markings. program requirements in the month before or three months after
(5) Flight Crewmember Requirements of Part 91, Sub- the month they are required, provided the requirements of para-
part K, of this Chapter. graph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR are met. A check pilot (simulator)
(i) Testing and checking requirements. Notwithstand- or flight instructor (simulator) who completes the flight segments
ing the period specified in Sec. 91.1071(a) of this chapter, a or line-observation program requirements in accordance with this
crewmember who is required to take a test or a flight check under paragraph 2.(b)(5)(iv) will be considered to have completed the
Sec. 91.1065(a), Sec. 91.1065(b), Sec. 91.1067, Sec. 91.1069(a), requirements in the month in which they were due.
or Sec. 91.1069(b) of this chapter between March 1, 2020 and (v) Check pilot and flight instructor observation check
September 30, 2020 for purposes of maintaining qualification requirements. Notwithstanding the period specified in Secs.
may complete the test or check in the month before or three 91.1093(b) and 91.1095(b) of this chapter, a check pilot or flight
months after the month it is required, provided the requirements instructor who is required to complete an observation check
of paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR are met. A crewmember under Sec. 91.1093(a)(2) or Sec. 91.1095(a)(2) of this chapter
who completes a test or check in accordance with this paragraph between March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 for purposes of
will be considered to have completed the test or check in the maintaining qualification may complete the observation check in
month in which it was required. the month before or three months after the month it is required,
(ii) Recurrent training requirements. Notwithstanding provided the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR
the period specified in Sec. 91.1073(b) of this chapter, a crew- are met. A check pilot or flight instructor who completes an
member who is required to complete recurrent training under observation check in accordance with this paragraph 2.(b)(5)(v)
Secs. 91.1099 or 91.1107(c) of this chapter between March 1, will be considered to have completed the check in the month it
2020 and September 30, 2020 for purposes of maintaining quali- which it was due.
fication may complete that training in the month before or three (vi) Safety mitigations. The management specifica-
months after the month in which it is required, provided the tion holder must provide an acceptable plan to the responsible
requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR are met. A Flight Standards office that contains the following information--
crewmember who completes recurrent training in accordance (A) A safety analysis and corresponding risk
with this paragraph 2.(b)(5)(ii) will be considered to have com- mitigations to be implemented by the management specification
pleted the training in the month in which it was required. holder; and
(iii) Instrument experience. (B) The method the management specification
(A) Precision instrument approaches. A pilot who holder will use to ensure that each crewmember complying with
has not satisfactorily demonstrated the type of precision in- paragraph 2.(b)(5) of this SFAR remains adequately tested and
strument approach procedure to be used within the previous six currently proficient for each aircraft, duty position, and type of
months in accordance with Sec. 91.1069(c) of this chapter may operation in which the person serves.
continue to use that type of approach procedure, provided the
following requirements are met--

(6) Mitsubishi MU-2B Series Special Training, Experi- (i) Airmen requirements. The person was current to
ence, and Operating Requirements of Part 91, Subpart N, of this exercise the privileges of a remote pilot certificate in March 2020
Chapter. and, to maintain aeronautical currency, is required to meet the
(i) Recurrent training. Notwithstanding the period aeronautical recency requirements in Sec. 107.65(a) or (b) of this
specified in Sec. 91.1705(e) of this chapter, a person who is chapter between April 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020.
required to complete recurrent training under Sec. 91.1703(e) of (ii) Qualification requirements. The person must have
this chapter between March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 for completed an FAA-developed initial or recurrent online training
purposes of complying with Sec. 91.1705(a) and (b) may com- course, available at www.faasafety.gov, covering the areas of
plete the recurrent training in the month before or three months knowledge specified in Sec. 107.74(a) or (b) of this chapter. Each
after the month the recurrent training is required, provided the person is eligible to take an online training course specified in
requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(6)(iii) of this SFAR are met. A this paragraph 2.(b)(7)(ii) one time for the purpose of obtain -
person who completes the recurrent training in accordance with ing the six calendar month grace period specified in paragraph
this paragraph 2.(b)(6)(i) will be considered to have completed 2.(b)(7)(iii) of this SFAR;
the training in the month it was required. (iii) Grace period. The person may operate a small
(ii) Flight review. A person who has not completed a unmanned aircraft system under part 107 of this chapter for a
flight review in accordance with Secs. 61.56 and 91.1715(c) of duration of six calendar months from the month in which the per-
this chapter in a Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane or an MU-2B son completed the online training course specified in paragraph
Simulator approved for landings with an approved course con- 2.(b)(7)(ii) of this SFAR. Before operating a small unmanned
ducted under part 142 of this chapter may continue to act as pilot aircraft system under part 107 in the seventh month after the
in command of a Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane, providing the month in which the person completed the online training course,
following requirements are met-- the person must satisfy Sec. 107.65 of this chapter.
(A) Airmen requirements. The person was-- (8) Flight Crewmember Requirements of Part 125 of this
(1) Current to act as pilot in command of a Chapter.
Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane in March 2020 and, to maintain (i) Recent experience requirements. A person who
currency, is required to complete a flight review in a Mitsubishi has not satisfied the recent experience requirements of Sec.
MU-2B series airplane between March 1, 2020 and September 125.285(a) of this chapter may be used by a certificate holder (or
30, 2020; and holder of an A125 letter of deviation authority), and may serve as
(2) The requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(6)(iii) a required pilot flight crewmember, in operations conducted
of this SFAR are met. under part 125 of this chapter, provided the following require-
(B) Grace period. The person may act as pilot in ments are met--
command of a Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane for a duration for (A) Grace period. The person has made at least
three calendar months from the month in which the flight review three takeoffs and landings, within the preceding 150 days, in the
was due. Before acting as pilot in command of an aircraft in the type of airplane in which that person is to serve.
fourth month after the month in which the flight review was due, (B) Safety Mitigations. The certificate holder com-
the person must satisfactorily complete a flight review in accord- plies with paragraph 2.(b)(8)(iii) of this SFAR.
ance with Secs. 61.56 and 91.1715(c) of this chapter in a (ii) Testing and checking requirements. Notwithstand-
Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane or an MU-2B Simulator ap- ing the period specified in Sec. 125.293(a) of this chapter, a
proved for landings with an approved course conducted under crewmember who is required to take a test or check under Sec.
part 142 of this chapter. 125.287(a), Sec. 125.287(b), Sec. 125.289, or Sec. 125.291(a) of
(iii) Qualification requirements. To complete the re- this chapter between March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020 for
current training or flight review during the grace period provided purposes of maintaining qualifications may complete the test or
under paragraph 2.(b)(6) of this SFAR, the person must-- check in the month before or three months after the month it is
(A) Within the 12 calendar months preceding the required, provided the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(8)(iii) of
month the recurrent training or flight review is due, logged at this SFAR are met. A crewmember who completes the test or
least 10 hours of flight time in an MU-2B series airplane that check in accordance with this paragraph 2.(b)(8)(ii) will be con-
includes at least 3 hours of flight time in the 3 calendar months sidered to have completed the test or check in the month in
preceding the month in which the recurrent training or flight which it was required.
review is due; (iii) Safety mitigations. The certificate holder (or
(B) Since January 1, 2020, completed online holder of an A125 letter of deviation authority) must provide an
Wings courses for pilots from FAA Safety Team website, available acceptable plan to its assigned principal operations inspector that
at www.faasafety.gov. The online training courses must total at contains the following information--
least 3 Wings credits; and (A) A safety analysis and corresponding risk
(C) Prior to manipulating the controls of an MU-2B mitigations to be implemented by the certificate holder (or holder
series airplane, completed three hours of self-study, since of an A125 letter of deviation authority); and
January 1, 2020 and preceding the date of the flight, on the (B) The method the certificate holder (or holder of
following subjects-- an A125 letter of deviation authority) will use to ensure that each
(1) The ground training curriculum required by crewmember complying with paragraph 2.(b)(8) of this SFAR re-
Sec. 91.1705(h)(1) of this chapter; mains adequately tested and currently proficient for each aircraft,
(2) The Special Emphasis Items listed in the
approved MU-2B training program that the pilot last completed; (9) Robinson R-22/R-44 Special Training and Experi-
ence Requirements of SFAR No. 73 of this Part. A person who
(3) The limitations, procedures, aircraft perform- has not completed a flight review in a Robinson model R-22 or
ance, and MU-2B Cockpit Checklist procedures applicable to the R-44 helicopter, as appropriate, within the preceding 24 calendar
MU-2B model to be flown, which are contained in the flight train- months in accordance with paragraph 2(c) of SFAR No. 73 and
ing curriculum required by Sec. 91.1705(h)(2) of this chapter; and Sec. 61.56, may continue to act as pilot in command of a
(4) The current general operating and flight Robinson model R-22 or R-44 helicopter, as appropriate, pro-
rules of part 91 of this chapter. viding the following requirements are met--
(7) Aeronautical Knowledge Recency Requirements of (i) Airmen requirements. The person was current to
Sec. 107.65 of this Chapter. A person who has not satisfied the act as pilot in command of a Robinson model R-22 or R-44 heli-
aeronautical knowledge recency requirements of Sec. 107.65(a) copter, as appropriate, in March 2020 and, to maintain currency,
or (b) of this chapter within the previous 24 calendar months may is required to complete a flight review in a Robinson model R-22
operate a small unmanned aircraft system under part 107 of this or R-44 helicopter, as appropriate, between March 1, 2020 and
chapter, provided that person meets the following requirements-- September 30, 2020.

(ii) Qualification requirements. The person must-- (3) Extension of renewal requirements for flight instruc-
(A) Satisfy the qualification requirements speci- tor certification. The holder of a flight instructor certificate that
fied in paragraph 2.(b)(2)(ii) of this SFAR, except expires between March 31, 2020 and May 31, 2020 may renew
(1) The 10 hours of flight time as pilot in his or her flight instructor certificate by submitting a completed
command must be obtained in a Robinson model R-22 or R-44 and signed application to the FAA and satisfactorily completing
helicopter, as appropriate to the privileges sought; one of the renewal requirements specified in Sec. 61.197(a)(2)(i)
(2) At least 3 hours of flight time must be through (iv) before June 30, 2020.
obtained within the 3 calendar months preceding the month in (b) Part 63 of this Chapter.
which the flight review is due; and (1) Extension of medical certificate duration require-
(3) The courses required by paragraph ments. For a person acting as a flight engineer of an aircraft, the
2.(b)(9)(ii)(C) and (D) of this SFAR may count towards the 3 expiration date of a second-class (or higher) medical certificate
Wings credits. that expires between March 31, 2020 and September 30, 2020 is
(B) Complete three hours of self-study, since extended 3 calendar months from the original expiration date.
January 1, 2020 and preceding the date of flight, on the following Unless otherwise prohibited by a foreign country, a person may
subjects-- operate outside of the United States under this paragraph
(1) The awareness training subject areas spe- 3.(b)(1) if the person:
cified in paragraph 2.(a)(3)(i) through (v) of SFAR No. 73 of this (i) Has access to this SFAR when outside the United
part; States; and
(2) The current general operating and flight (ii) Presents a copy of this SFAR for inspection upon
rules of part 91 of this chapter; request by a foreign Civil Aviation Authority in accordance with
(3) Robinson R-22 or R-44 Maneuvers Guide, the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Conven-
as applicable to the model(s) in which the airmen holds pilot in tion), and its Annexes.
command privileges; (2) Extension of written test duration requirements in
(C) Complete Course ALC-103: Helicopter Weight Sec. 63.35 of this chapter. An applicant for a flight engineer certi-
and Balance, Performance at www.faasafety.gov; and ficate or rating may satisfy the knowledge requirement in Sec.
63.35(d) of this chapter by passing the required written test within
(D) Complete Course ALC-104: Helicopter-- the 27-calendar month period preceding the month the applicant
General and Flight Aerodynamics at www.faasafety.gov. completes the practical test, provided the written test was passed
(iii) Grace period. A person may act as a pilot in between March 1, 2018 and September 30, 2018.
command of a Robinson model R-22 or R-44 helicopter, as (c) Part 65 of this Chapter.
appropriate, for a duration of three calendar months from the
month in which the flight review was due. Before acting as pilot in (1) Extension of knowledge test duration requirements
command of an aircraft in the fourth month after the month in in Sec. 65.55 of this chapter. An applicant for an aircraft dis-
which the flight review was due, the person must satisfactorily patcher certificate may satisfy the knowledge requirement in Sec.
complete a flight review in a Robinson model R-22 or R-44 65.55(b) of this chapter by presenting satisfactory evidence that
helicopter, as appropriate to the privileges sought, in accordance the applicant passed the knowledge test within the 27-calendar
with paragraph 2(c) of SFAR No. 73 of this part and Sec. 61.56. month period preceding the month the applicant completes the
practical test, provided the knowledge test was passed between
3. Duration and renewal requirements. March 1, 2018 and September 30, 2018.
(a) This Part. (2) Extension of testing period in Sec. 65.71 of this
(1) Extension of medical certificate duration requirements. chapter. A person may show eligibility for a mechanic certificate
The expiration date of a first-, second-, or third- class medical or rating under Sec. 65.71 of this chapter by passing all the
certificate that expires between March 31, 2020 and September prescribed tests of part 65, subpart D, of this chapter within a
30, 2020 is extended three calendar months from the duration period of 27 months, provided the testing period began between
established in Sec. 61.23(d) of this part. A certificate extended March 1, 2018 and September 30, 2018.
under this paragraph 3.(a)(1) is considered valid under Sec. (3) Renewal of inspection authorizations in Sec. 65.93 of
61.2(a)(5). Unless otherwise prohibited by a foreign country, a this chapter.
person may operate outside of the United States under this
paragraph 3.(a)(1) if the person-- (i) Grace period for meeting renewal requirements.
Notwithstanding the requirement in Sec. 65.93(c) of this chapter,
(i) Has access to this SFAR when outside the United an inspection authorization holder who did not complete one of
States; and the activities in Sec. 65.93(a)(1) through (5) of this chapter by
(ii) Presents a copy of this SFAR for inspection upon March 31, 2020 of the first year may still be eligible for renewal of
request by a foreign Civil Aviation Authority in accordance with an inspection authorization for a 2-year period in March 2021. To
the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Conven- be eligible for renewal, the inspection authorization holder must
tion), and its Annexes. show completion of one of the five activities in Sec. 65.93(a)(1)
(2) Extension of knowledge test duration requirements in through (5) of this chapter by June 30, 2020, and completion of
Sec. 61.39. An applicant for a certificate or rating issued under the one of the five activities in Sec. 65.93(a)(1) through (5) of this
part 61 of this chapter may satisfy the eligibility requirement in chapter during the second year of the 2-year period. A person
Sec. 61.39(a)(1) by passing the required knowledge test: who completes one of the five activities by June 30, 2020 will be
(i) Within the 27-calendar month period preceding considered to have completed the activity by March 31, 2020 of
the month the applicant completes the practical test, if a knowl- the first year for purposes of determining eligibility under Sec.
edge test is required, provided the knowledge test was passed 65.93 of this chapter.
between March 1, 2018 and September 30, 2018; or (ii) Inspection authorization privileges after June 2020.
(ii) Within the 63-calendar month period preceding If the inspection authorization holder does not complete one of
the month the applicant completes the practical test for those the five activities in Sec. 65.93(a)(1) through (5) of this chapter by
applicants who complete the airline transport pilot certification June 30, 2020, the inspection authorization holder may not exer-
training program in Sec. 61.156 and pass the knowledge test for cise inspection authorization privileges after June 30, 2020. The
an airline transport pilot certificate with a multiengine class rating, inspection authorization holder may resume exercising inspection
provided the knowledge test was passed between March 1, 2015 authorization privileges only after passing an oral test from an
and September 30, 2015. FAA inspector in accordance with Sec. 65.93(c) of this chapter.

(4) Military riggers or former military riggers: Special cer- (2) Evaluating students to determine if they
tification rule of Sec. 65.117 of this chapter. A person may satisfy are assigned to the proper stage of the training course and if
the requirements of Sec. 65.117(a) and (b) of this chapter for a additional training is necessary.
senior parachute rigger certificate by presenting satisfactory 4. Other relief for special flight permits issued under Sec.
documentary evidence that the person was honorably discharged 21.197(c) of this chapter. In addition to the purposes specified in
or released from any status covered by Sec. 65.117(a) of this Sec. 21.197(c) of this chapter, notwithstanding Secs. 119.5(l) and
chapter between March 2019 and June 2019, and has served as 91.1015(a) of this chapter, a special flight permit with a con-
a parachute rigger for an Armed Force within the 15 months tinuing authorization may be issued under Sec. 21.197(c) of this
before the date of application. chapter for aircraft that may not meet applicable airworthiness
(d) Relief for U.S. Military and Civilian Personnel Who are requirements, but are capable of safe flight for the purpose of
Assigned Outside the United States in Support of U.S. Armed flying the aircraft to a point of storage, provided the following
Forces Operations. Notwithstanding the six calendar month requirements are met--
period specified in paragraph 2 of SFAR No. 100-2 of this part, a (a) The air carrier or operator must hold a special flight per-
person may exercise the relief specified in paragraph 1 of SFAR mit with continuing authorization to conduct a ferry flight program
No. 100-2 for a duration of nine calendar months after returning issued under Sec. 21.197(c) of this chapter; and
to the United States, provided the person-- (b) The certificate holder or management specification holder
(i) Is eligible in accordance with paragraph 2 of must notify the responsible Flight Standards office each time the
SFAR No. 100-2 of this part; special flight permit is used for the purpose of flying the aircraft to
(ii) Complies with the documentation requirements a point of storage.
specified in paragraph 3 of SFAR No. 100-2 of this part; and 5. Expiration date. This SFAR is effective until March 31, 2021.
(iii) Returned to the United States from deployment The FAA may amend, rescind, or extend the SFAR as necessary.
between October 2019 and March 2020. 6. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number.
(e) Part 141 of this Chapter. The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520)
(1) Pilot school certificate requirements of Sec. 141.5 of requires the FAA to get approval from OMB for our information
this chapter. collection activities. The OMB control number assigned to the
(i) Provisional pilot school. Notwithstanding the period FAA’s information collection associated with this SFAR is 2120-
specified in Sec. 141.5 of this chapter, a provisional pilot school 0788.
may apply for, and the FAA may issue, a pilot school certificate with
the appropriate ratings if the following requirements are met--
(A) The provisional pilot school must satisfy the PART 91—GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES
requirements of Sec. 141.5(a) through (e) of this chapter before
December 31, 2020; On page 224, remove Special Federal Aviation Regulation
(B) The provisional pilot school certificate must (SFAR) No. 118 from part 91 and add, in its place, SFAR No.
expire between April 2020 and June 2020; and 118-1 part 91 to read as follows:
(C) The provisional pilot school meets the require-
ments of paragraph 3.(e)(1)(ii) of this SFAR. Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 118-1 – Relief for
(ii) Safety mitigations. Certain Persons During the National Emergency Concerning
(A) The provisional pilot school must notify its the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Public Health
responsible Flight Standards office that it is applying for a pilot Emergency
school certificate in accordance with this SFAR. NOTE: For the text of SFAR No. 118-1, see part 61 of this book.
(B) Each provisional pilot school must include in
its notification an acceptable plan that explains the method to
meet the requirements of Sec. 141.5(d) and (e) of this chapter,
including-- PART 107—SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
(1) Ensuring each instructor used for ground
or flight training is current and proficient; and On page 242, remove Special Federal Aviation Regulation
(2) Evaluating students to determine if they (SFAR) No. 118 from part 107 and add, in its place, SFAR No.
are assigned to the proper stage of the training course and if 118-1 to part 107 to read as follows:
additional training is necessary.
(2) Renewal of certificates and ratings in Sec. 141.27 of
Special Federal Aviation Regulations
this Chapter. Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 118-1 – Relief for
(i) Pilot school. A pilot school may apply for renewal Certain Persons During the National Emergency Concerning
of its pilot school certificate and ratings after the expiration of its the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Public Health
pilot schools certificate, provided the school applies for renewal Emergency
before December 31, 2020 and the following requirements are
met-- NOTE: For the text of SFAR No. 118-1, see part 61 of this book.
(A) The pilot school must meet Sec. 141.27(a)(2)
of this chapter before December 31, 2020;
(B) The pilot school certificate must expire be- PART 141—PILOT SCHOOLS
tween April 2020 and June 2020; and
(C) The pilot school meets the requirements of On page 413, remove Special Federal Aviation Regulation
paragraph 3.(e)(2)(ii) of this SFAR. (SFAR) No. 118 from part 141 and add, in its place, SFAR No.
(ii) Safety mitigations. 118-1 to part 141 to read as follows:
(A) Each pilot school must submit to the re-
sponsible Flight Standards office notification that it will renew its Special Federal Aviation Regulations
pilot school certificate in accordance with this SFAR.
Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 118-1 – Relief for
(B) Each pilot school must include in its notifi- Certain Persons During the National Emergency Concerning
cation an acceptable plan that explains the method to regain the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Public Health
currency, including-- Emergency
(1) Ensuring each instructor used for ground
or flight training is current and proficient; and NOTE: For the text of SFAR No. 118-1, see part 61 of this book.

May 4, 2020 (b) This Part.

Effective April 30, 2020, through March 31, 2021 (i) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec. 61.55(c),
a person who is required to complete the second-in-command
familiarization and currency requirements under Sec. 61.55(b)(1)
PART 61—CERTIFICATION: PILOTS, FLIGHT and (2) between March 1, 2020 and June 30, 2020 for purposes
INSTRUCTORS, AND GROUND INSTRUCTORS of maintaining second-in-command privileges may complete the
requirements of Sec. 61.55(b)(1) and (2) in the month before or
On page 118, add new SFAR No. 118 as follows: three months after the month in which they are required, provided
the pilot meets the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(1)(ii) of this
Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 118 -- Relief for SFAR. A pilot who meets the requirements of Sec. 61.55(b)(1)
Certain Persons During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 and (2) within the period prescribed by this paragraph 2.(b)(1)(i)
(COVID-19) Outbreak will be considered to have completed the requirements in the
month in which they were due.
1. Applicability. This Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) (ii) Qualification requirements. To complete the re-
applies to-- quirements of Sec. 61.55(b)(1) or (2) within the period specified
(a) Certain persons who are unable to meet the following in paragraph 2.(b)(1)(i) of this SFAR, the person--
requirements during some period of time between March 1, 2020 (A) Must review and become familiar with the
and June 30, 2020-- following information for the specific type of aircraft for which
(1) Training, recency, testing, and checking requirements second-in-command privileges are sought--
specified in this part, parts 91, 107, and 125 of this chapter, and (1) Operational procedures applicable to the
SFAR No. 73 of this part; and powerplant, equipment, and systems;
(2) Duration and renewal requirements specified in this (2) Performance specifications and limitations;
part, parts 63, 65, and 141 of this chapter, and SFAR No. 100-2 (3) Normal, abnormal, and emergency operat-
of this part; and ing procedures;
(b) Certain air carriers and operators who are unable to (4) Flight manual; and
obtain special flight permits with a continuing authorization under
part 21 of this chapter for the purpose of flying the aircraft to a (5) Placards and markings; and
point of storage. (B) Prior to serving as second-in-command, must
2. Training, recency, testing, and checking requirements. have logged at least three takeoffs and landings to a full stop as
the sole manipulator of the flight controls within the 180 days
(a) Applicability. The relief provided by paragraph 2 of this preceding the date of the flight.
SFAR applies to--
(2) Flight review requirements of Sec. 61.56. A person
(1) Operations conducted for compensation or hire under who has not completed a flight review within the previous 24
parts 91, 125, 133, and 137 of this chapter by persons who are calendar months in accordance with Sec. 61.56 may continue to
exercising the privileges of at least a commercial pilot certificate act as pilot in command of an aircraft, provided the following
issued under this part; requirements are met--
(2) Operations conducted by persons who are exercising (i) Airmen requirements. The person was current to
the privileges of a private pilot certificate issued under this part, act as pilot in command of an aircraft in March 2020 and, to
provided the person meets one of the following paragraphs-- maintain currency, is required to complete a flight review under
(i) The person is conducting a charitable medical Sec. 61.56 between March 1, 2020 and June 30, 2020.
flight for a volunteer pilot organization pursuant to an exemption (ii) Qualification requirements. To act as pilot in
issued under part 11 of this chapter, and the flight involves only command of an aircraft during the period specified in paragraph
the carriage of persons considered essential for the flight; 2(b)(2)(iii) of this SFAR, the person must have--
(ii) The person is conducting an agricultural aircraft (A) Within the 12 calendar months preceding the
operation under a private agricultural aircraft operating certificate month in which the flight review is due, logged at least 10 hours
issued in accordance with Sec. 137.19 of this chapter; of flight time as pilot in command in an aircraft for which that pilot
(iii) The person has at least 500 hours of total time as is rated; and
a pilot, that includes at least 400 hours as a pilot in command (B) Since January 1, 2020 and preceding the
and at least 50 hours that were accrued within the preceding date of flight, completed online Wings courses for pilots from the
12 calendar months, and the person is conducting one of the FAA Safety Team website, available at https://www.faasafety.gov.
following operations consistent with the compensation or hire The online training courses must total at least 3 Wings credits.
prohibitions specified in Sec. 61.113:
(iii) Grace period. The person may act as pilot in
(A) A flight incidental to that person’s business or command of an aircraft for a duration of three calendar months
employment; from the month in which the flight review was due. Before acting
(B) A flight in support of family medical needs or as pilot in command of an aircraft in the fourth month after the
to transport essential goods for personal use; month in which the flight review was due, the person must satis-
(C) A flight necessary to fly an aircraft to a loca- factorily complete a flight review in accordance with Sec. 61.56.
tion in order to meet a requirement of this chapter; or (3) Instrument experience requirements of Sec. 61.57. A
(D) A flight to transport essential goods and medi- person who has not performed and logged the tasks required by
cal supplies to support public health needs; Sec. 61.57(c)(1) within the 6 calendar months preceding the
(3) For operations conducted under part 91, subpart K, month of the flight may continue to act as pilot in command under
and part 125 of this chapter, persons who are serving as flight IFR or in weather conditions less than the minimums prescribed
attendant crewmembers, check pilots, and flight instructors; and for VFR, provided the following requirements are met--
(4) Operations conducted under part 107 of this chapter (i) Qualification requirements. The person has--
by a person who holds a remote pilot certificate issued under part (A) Within the 6 calendar months preceding the
107 of this chapter. month of the flight, performed and logged at least three instrument
approaches in actual weather conditions, or under simulated
conditions using a view-limiting device; and
(B) Within the 9 calendar months preceding the
month of the flight, performed and logged the tasks required by
Sec. 61.57(c)(1).

(ii) Grace period. Between April 30, 2020 and June (1) Airmen requirements. The person was
30, 2020, a person who meets the qualification requirements of current under Sec. 91.1069(c) of this chapter to use that type of
paragraph 2.(b)(3)(i) of this SFAR may act as pilot in command precision instrument approach procedure in March 2020, and is
under IFR or in weather conditions less than the minimums required to demonstrate that type of precision instrument ap-
prescribed for VFR. proach procedure between March 1, 2020 and June 30, 2020.
(iii) Instrument currency after June 30, 2020. Before (2) Grace period. The person satisfactorily
acting as pilot in command under IFR or in weather conditions demonstrates that type of precision instrument approach proce-
less than the minimums prescribed for VFR after June 30, 2020, dure within three months after the month in which it was required.
the person must comply with Sec. 61.57(c). (3) Safety mitigations. The management spe-
(4) Pilot in command proficiency check requirements of cification holder satisfies paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR.
Sec. 61.58. (B) Non-precision instrument approaches. A pilot
(i) Notwithstanding the period specified in Sec. 61.58(i), who has not satisfactorily demonstrated either the type of non-
a pilot who is required to take a pilot in command proficiency precision instrument approach procedure to be used, or any
check under Sec. 61.58(a)(1) or (2) between March 1, 2020 and other two different types of non-precision approach procedures,
June 30, 2020 for purposes of maintaining pilot in command within the previous six months in accordance with Sec.
privileges may complete the check in the month before or three 91.1069(c) of this chapter may continue to use that type of non-
months after the month in which it is required, provided the pilot precision instrument approach procedure, provided the following
meets the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(4)(ii) of this SFAR. A requirements are met--
pilot who completes the proficiency check within the period (1) Airmen requirements. The person was
prescribed by this paragraph 2.(b)(4)(i) will be considered to have current under Sec. 91.1069(c) of this chapter to use that type of
completed the check in the month in which it was required. non-precision instrument approach procedure in March 2020,
(ii) Qualification requirements. To complete the pilot and is required to demonstrate that type of non-precision instru-
in command proficiency check required by Sec. 61.58(a)(1) or (2) ment approach procedure, or any other two different types of
within the period specified in paragraph 2.(b)(4)(i) of this SFAR, non-precision instrument approach procedures, between March
the person-- 1, 2020 and June 30, 2020.
(A) Must meet the flight experience requirements (2) Grace period. The person satisfactorily
of Sec. 61.57 that are applicable to the operation to be con- demonstrates that type of non-precision instrument approach
ducted; and procedure within three months after the month in which it was
(B) Within the 3 calendar months preceding the required.
month of the flight, must have reviewed the following information (3) Safety mitigations. The management spe-
for the specific type of aircraft for which pilot in command privil- cification holder satisfies paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR.
eges are sought-- (iv) Check pilot (simulator) and flight instructor
(1) Operational procedures applicable to the (simulator) requirements. Notwithstanding the period specified in
powerplant, equipment, and systems; Secs. 91.1089(g) and 91.1091(g) of this chapter, a check pilot
(2) Performance specifications and limitations; (simulator) or flight instructor (simulator) who is required to com-
(3) Normal, abnormal, and emergency operat- plete the flight segments or line-observation program under Sec.
ing procedures; 91.1089(f) or Sec. 91.1091(f) of this chapter between March 1,
(4) Flight manual; and 2020 and June 30, 2020 for purposes of maintaining qualification
(5) Placards and markings. may complete the flight segments or line-observation program
requirements in the month before or three months after the
(5) Flight Crewmember Requirements of Part 91, Sub- month they are required, provided the requirements of paragraph
part K, of this Chapter. 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR are met. A check pilot (simulator) or flight
(i) Testing and checking requirements. Notwithstand- instructor (simulator) who completes the flight segments or line-
ing the period specified in Sec. 91.1071(a) of this chapter, a observation program requirements in accordance with this par-
crewmember who is required to take a test or a flight check under agraph 2.(b)(5)(iv) will be considered to have completed the
Sec. 91.1065(a), Sec. 91.1065(b), Sec. 91.1067, Sec. 91.1069(a), requirements in the month in which they were due.
or Sec. 91.1069(b) of this chapter between March 1, 2020 and (v) Check pilot and flight instructor observation check
June 30, 2020 for purposes of maintaining qualification may requirements. Notwithstanding the period specified in Secs.
complete the test or check in the month before or three months 91.1093(b) and 91.1095(b) of this chapter, a check pilot or flight
after the month it is required, provided the requirements of instructor who is required to complete an observation check
paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR are met. A crewmember who under Sec. 91.1093(a)(2) or Sec. 91.1095(a)(2) of this chapter
completes a test or check in accordance with this paragraph 2.(b) between March 1, 2020 and June 30, 2020 for purposes of main-
(5)(i) will be considered to have completed the test or check in taining qualification may complete the observation check in the
the month in which it was required. month before or three months after the month it is required,
(ii) Recurrent training requirements. Notwithstanding provided the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR
the period specified in Sec. 91.1073(b) of this chapter, a crew- are met. A check pilot or flight instructor who completes an
member who is required to complete recurrent training under observation check in accordance with this paragraph 2.(b)(5)(v)
Sec. 91.1099 or Sec. 91.1107(c) of this chapter between March will be considered to have completed the check in the month in
1, 2020 and June 30, 2020 for purposes of maintaining qualifi- which it was due.
cation may complete that training in the month before or three (vi) Safety mitigations. The management specifica-
months after the month in which it is required, provided the tion holder must provide an acceptable plan to the responsible
requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(5)(vi) of this SFAR are met. A Flight Standards office that contains the following information--
crewmember who completes recurrent training in accordance
with this paragraph 2.(b)(5)(ii) will be considered to have com- (A) A safety analysis and corresponding risk
pleted the training in the month in which it was required. mitigations to be implemented by the management specification
holder; and
(iii) Instrument experience.
(B) The method the management specification
(A) Precision instrument approaches. A pilot who holder will use to ensure that each crewmember complying with
has not satisfactorily demonstrated the type of precision in- paragraph 2.(b)(5) of this SFAR remains adequately tested and
strument approach procedure to be used within the previous six currently proficient for each aircraft, duty position, and type of
months in accordance with Sec. 91.1069(c) of this chapter may operation in which the person serves.
continue to use that type of approach procedure, provided the
following requirements are met--

(6) Mitsubishi MU-2B Series Special Training, Experi- (i) Airmen requirements. The person was current to
ence, and Operating Requirements of Part 91, Subpart N, of this exercise the privileges of a remote pilot certificate in March 2020
Chapter. and, to maintain aeronautical currency, is required to meet the
(i) Recurrent training. Notwithstanding the period spe- aeronautical recency requirements in Sec. 107.65(a) or (b) of this
cified in Sec. 91.1705(e) of this chapter, a person who is required chapter between April 1, 2020 and June 30, 2020.
to complete recurrent training under Sec. 91.1703(e) of this (ii) Qualification requirements. The person must have
chapter between March 1, 2020 and June 30, 2020 for purposes completed an FAA-developed initial or recurrent online training
of complying with Sec. 91.1705(a) and (b) may complete the course, available at https://www.faasafety.gov, covering the areas
recurrent training in the month before or three months after the of knowledge specified in Sec. 107.74(a) or (b) of this chapter.
month the recurrent training is required, provided the require- Each person is eligible to take an online training course specified
ments of paragraph 2.(b)(6)(iii) of this SFAR are met. A person in this paragraph 2.(b)(7)(ii) one time for the purpose of obtain -
who completes the recurrent training in accordance with this ing the six calendar month grace period specified in paragraph
paragraph 2.(b)(6)(i) will be considered to have completed the 2.(b)(7)(iii) of this SFAR.
training in the month it was required. (iii) Grace period. The person may operate a small
(ii) Flight review. A person who has not completed a unmanned aircraft system under part 107 of this chapter for a
flight review in accordance with Secs. 61.56 and 91.1715(c) of duration of six calendar months from the month in which the per-
this chapter in a Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane or an MU-2B son completed the online training course specified in paragraph
Simulator approved for landings with an approved course con- 2.(b)(7)(ii) of this SFAR. Before operating a small unmanned
ducted under part 142 of this chapter may continue to act as pilot aircraft system under part 107 in the seventh month after the
in command of a Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane, providing the month in which the person completed the online training course,
following requirements are met-- the person must satisfy Sec. 107.65 of this chapter.
(A) Airmen requirements. The person was-- (8) Flight Crewmember Requirements of Part 125 of this
(1) Current to act as pilot in command of a Chapter.
Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane in March 2020 and, to maintain (i) Recent experience requirements. A person who
currency, is required to complete a flight review in a Mitsubishi has not satisfied the recent experience requirements of Sec.
MU-2B series airplane between March 1, 2020 and June 30, 125.285(a) of this chapter may be used by a certificate holder (or
2020; and holder of an A125 letter of deviation authority), and may serve as
(2) The requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(6)(iii) a required pilot flight crewmember, in operations conducted
of this SFAR are met. under part 125 of this chapter, provided the following require-
(B) Grace period. The person may act as pilot in ments are met--
command of a Mitsubishi MU-2B series airplane for a duration for (A) Grace period. The person has made at least
three calendar months from the month in which the flight review three takeoffs and landings, within the preceding 150 days, in the
was due. Before acting as pilot in command of an aircraft in the type of airplane in which that person is to serve.
fourth month after the month in which the flight review was due, the (B) Safety Mitigations. The certificate holder com-
person must satisfactorily complete a flight review in accordance plies with paragraph 2.(b)(8)(iii) of this SFAR.
with Secs 61.56 and 91.1715(c) of this chapter in a Mitsubishi (ii) Testing and checking requirements. Notwithstand-
MU-2B series airplane or an MU-2B Simulator approved for ing the period specified in Sec. 125.293(a) of this chapter, a
landings with an approved course conducted under part 142 of crewmember who is required to take a test or check under Sec.
this chapter. 125.287(a), Sec. 125.287(b), Sec. 125.289, or Sec. 125.291(a) of
(iii) Qualification requirements. To complete the re- this chapter between March 1, 2020 and June 30, 2020 for
current training or flight review during the grace period provided purposes of maintaining qualifications may complete the test or
under paragraph 2.(b)(6) of this SFAR, the person must-- check in the month before or three months after the month it is
(A) Within the 12 calendar months preceding the required, provided the requirements of paragraph 2.(b)(8)(iii) of
month the recurrent training or flight review is due, have logged this SFAR are met. A crewmember who completes the test or
at least 10 hours of flight time as sole manipulator of the controls check in accordance with this paragraph 2.(b)(8)(ii) will be con-
in an MU-2B series airplane that includes at least 3 hours of flight sidered to have completed the test or check in the month in
time in the 3 calendar months preceding the month in which the which it was required.
recurrent training or flight review is due; (iii) Safety mitigations. The certificate holder (or
(B) Since January 1, 2020, have completed online holder of an A125 letter of deviation authority) must provide an
Wings courses for pilots from FAA Safety Team website, available acceptable plan to its assigned principal operations inspector that
at https://www.faasafety.gov/. The online training courses must contains the following information--
total at least 3 Wings credits; and (A) A safety analysis and corresponding risk
(C) Prior to manipulating the controls of an MU-2B mitigations to be implemented by the certificate holder (or holder
series airplane, have completed three hours of self-study, since of an A125 letter of deviation authority); and
January 1, 2020 and preceding the date of the flight, on the (B) The method the certificate holder (or holder of
following subjects-- an A125 letter of deviation authority) will use to ensure that each
(1) The ground training curriculum required by crewmember complying with paragraph 2.(b)(8) of this SFAR re-
Sec. 91.1705(h)(1) of this chapter; mains adequately tested and currently proficient for each aircraft,
(2) The Special Emphasis Items listed in the
approved MU-2B training program that the pilot last completed; (9) Robinson R-22/R-44 Special Training and Experi-
ence Requirements of SFAR No. 73 of this Part. A person who
(3) The limitations, procedures, aircraft perform- has not completed a flight review in a Robinson model R-22 or R-
ance, and MU-2B Cockpit Checklist procedures applicable to the 44 helicopter, as appropriate, within the preceding 24 calendar
MU-2B model to be flown, which are contained in the flight train- months in accordance with paragraph 2(c) of SFAR No. 73 and
ing curriculum required by Sec. 91.1705(h)(2) of this chapter; and Sec. 61.56, may continue to act as pilot in command of a
(4) The current general operating and flight Robinson model R-22 or R-44 helicopter, as appropriate, pro-
rules of part 91 of this chapter. viding the following requirements are met--
(7) Aeronautical Knowledge Recency Requirements of (i) Airmen requirements. The person was current to
Sec. 107.65 of this Chapter. A person who has not satisfied the act as pilot in command of a Robinson model R-22 or R-44 heli-
aeronautical knowledge recency requirements of Sec. 107.65(a) copter, as appropriate, in March 2020 and, to maintain currency,
or (b) of this chapter within the previous 24 calendar months may is required to complete a flight review in a Robinson model R-22
operate a small unmanned aircraft system under part 107 of this or R-44 helicopter, as appropriate, between March 1, 2020 and
chapter, provided that person meets the following requirements-- June 30, 2020.

(ii) Qualification requirements. The person must-- (i) Within the 27 calendar month period preceding the
(A) Satisfy the qualification requirements speci- month the applicant completes the practical test, if a knowledge
fied in paragraph 2.(b)(2)(ii) of this SFAR, except that-- test is required, provided the knowledge test was passed be-
(1) The 10 hours of flight time as pilot in tween March 1, 2018 and June 30, 2018; or
command must be obtained in a Robinson model R-22 or R-44 (ii) Within the 63 calendar month period preceding
helicopter, as appropriate to the privileges sought; the month the applicant completes the practical test for those
(2) At least 3 hours of flight time must be applicants who complete the airline transport pilot certification
obtained within the 3 calendar months preceding the month in training program in Sec. 61.156 and pass the knowledge test for
which the flight review is due; and an airline transport pilot certificate with a multiengine class rating,
(3) The courses required by paragraph provided the knowledge test was passed between March 1, 2015
2.(b)(9)(ii)(C) and (D) of this SFAR may count towards the 3 and June 30, 2015.
Wings credits. (3) Extension of renewal requirements for flight instruc-
(B) Complete three hours of self-study, since tor certification. The holder of a flight instructor certificate that
January 1, 2020 and preceding the date of flight, on the following expires between March 31, 2020 and May 31, 2020 may renew
subjects-- his or her flight instructor certificate by submitting a completed
(1) The awareness training subject areas spe- and signed application to the FAA and satisfactorily completing
cified in paragraph 2(a)(3)(i) through (v) of SFAR No. 73 of this one of the renewal requirements specified in Sec. 61.197(a)(2)(i)
part; through (iv) before June 30, 2020.
(2) The current general operating and flight (b) Part 63 of this Chapter.
rules of part 91 of this chapter; and (1) Extension of medical certificate duration require-
(3) Robinson R-22 or R-44 Maneuvers Guide, ments. For a person acting as a flight engineer of an aircraft, the
as applicable to the model(s) in which the airmen holds pilot in expiration date of a second-class (or higher) medical certificate
command privileges; that expires between March 31, 2020 and May 31, 2020 is
extended through June 30, 2020. Unless otherwise prohibited by
(C) Complete Course ALC-103: Helicopter Weight a foreign country, a person may operate outside of the United
and Balance, Performance at https://www.faasafety.gov; and States under this paragraph 3.(b)(1) if the person:
(D) Complete Course ALC-104: Helicopter-- (i) Has access to this SFAR when outside the United
General and Flight Aerodynamics at https://www.faasafety.gov/. States; and
(iii) Grace period. A person may act as a pilot in (ii) Presents a copy of this SFAR for inspection upon
command of a Robinson model R-22 or R-44 helicopter, as request by a foreign Civil Aviation Authority in accordance with
appropriate, for a duration of three calendar months from the the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Conven-
month in which the flight review was due. Before acting as pilot in tion), and its Annexes.
command of an aircraft in the fourth month after the month in
which the flight review was due, the person must satisfactorily (2) Extension of written test duration requirements in
complete a flight review in a Robinson model R-22 or R-44 Sec. 63.35 of this chapter. An applicant for a flight engineer certi-
helicopter, as appropriate to the privileges sought, in accordance ficate or rating may satisfy the knowledge requirement in Sec.
with paragraph 2(c) of SFAR No. 73 of this part and Sec. 61.56. 63.35(d) of this chapter by passing the required written test within
the 27 calendar month period preceding the month the applicant
(10) Operations outside the United States. Unless other- completes the practical test, provided the written test was passed
wise prohibited by a foreign country, a person may operate outside between March 1, 2018 and June 30, 2018.
of the United States under the relief provided by paragraph 2 of
this SFAR if the person-- (c) Part 65 of this Chapter.
(i) Has access to this SFAR when outside the United (1) Extension of knowledge test duration requirements in
States; and Sec. 65.55 of this chapter. An applicant for an aircraft dispatcher
certificate may satisfy the knowledge requirement in Sec.
(ii) Presents a copy of this SFAR for inspection upon 65.55(b) of this chapter by presenting satisfactory evidence that
request by a foreign Civil Aviation Authority in accordance with the applicant passed the knowledge test within the 27 calendar
the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Conven- month period preceding the month the applicant completes the
tion), and its Annexes. practical test, provided the knowledge test was passed between
3. Duration and renewal requirements. March 1, 2018 and June 30, 2018.
(a) This Part. (2) Extension of testing period in Sec. 65.71 of this
(1) Extension of medical certificate duration requirements. chapter. A person may show eligibility for a mechanic certificate
Notwithstanding the duration requirements for medical certifi- or rating under Sec. 65.71 of this chapter by passing all of the
cates specified in Sec. 61.23(d), the expiration date of a first-, prescribed tests of part 65, subpart D, of this chapter within a
second-, or third-class medical certificate that expires between period of 27 months, provided the testing period began between
March 31, 2020 and May 31, 2020 is extended through June 30, March 1, 2018 and June 30, 2018.
2020. A certificate extended under this paragraph 3.(a)(1) is (3) Renewal of inspection authorizations in Sec. 65.93 of
considered valid under Sec. 61.2(a)(5). Unless otherwise pro- this chapter.
hibited by a foreign country, a person may operate outside of the (i) Grace period for meeting renewal requirements.
United States under this paragraph 3.(a)(1) if the person-- Notwithstanding the requirement in Sec. 65.93(c) of this chapter,
(i) Has access to this SFAR when outside the United an inspection authorization holder who did not complete one of
States; and the activities in Sec. 65.93(a)(1) through (5) of this chapter by
(ii) Presents a copy of this SFAR for inspection upon March 31, 2020 of the first year may still be eligible for renewal of
request by a foreign Civil Aviation Authority in accordance with an inspection authorization for a 2-year period in March 2021. To
the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Conven- be eligible for renewal, the inspection authorization holder must
tion), and its Annexes. show completion of one of the five activities in Sec. 65.93(a)(1)
(2) Extension of knowledge test duration requirements in through (5) of this chapter by June 30, 2020, and completion of
Sec. 61.39. An applicant for a certificate or rating issued under the one of the five activities in Sec. 65.93(a)(1) through (5) of this
this part may satisfy the eligibility requirement in Sec. 61.39(a)(1) chapter during the second year of the 2-year period. A person
by passing the required knowledge test-- who completes one of the five activities by June 30, 2020 will be
considered to have completed the activity by March 31, 2020 of
the first year for purposes of determining eligibility under Sec.
65.93 of this chapter.

(ii) Inspection authorization privileges after June 2020. (ii) Safety mitigations.
If the inspection authorization holder does not complete one of (A) Each pilot school must submit to the re-
the five activities in Sec. 65.93(a)(1) through (5) of this chapter by sponsible Flight Standards office notification that it will renew its
June 30, 2020, the inspection authorization holder may not exer- pilot school certificate in accordance with this SFAR.
cise inspection authorization privileges after June 30, 2020. The (B) Each pilot school must include in its notifi-
inspection authorization holder may resume exercising inspection cation an acceptable plan that explains the method to regain
authorization privileges only after passing an oral test from an currency, including--
FAA inspector in accordance with Sec. 65.93(c) of this chapter. (1) Ensuring each instructor used for ground
(4) Military riggers or former military riggers: Special cer- or flight training is current and proficient; and
tification rule of Sec. 65.117 of this chapter. A person may satisfy (2) Evaluating students to determine if they
the requirements of Sec. 65.117(a) and (b) of this chapter for a are assigned to the proper stage of the training course and if
senior parachute rigger certificate by presenting satisfactory additional training is necessary.
documentary evidence that the person was honorably discharged 4. Other relief for special flight permits issued under Sec.
or released from any status covered by Sec. 65.117(a) of this 21.197(c) of this chapter. In addition to the purposes specified in
chapter between March 2019 and June 2019, and has served as Sec. 21.197(c) of this chapter, notwithstanding Secs. 119.5(l) and
a parachute rigger for an Armed Force within the 15 months 91.1015(a) of this chapter, a special flight permit with a con-
before the date of application. tinuing authorization may be issued under Sec. 21.197(c) of this
(d) Relief for U.S. Military and Civilian Personnel Who are chapter through December 31, 2020 for aircraft that may not
Assigned Outside the United States in Support of U.S. Armed meet applicable airworthiness requirements, but are capable of
Forces Operations. Notwithstanding the 6 calendar month period safe flight for the purpose of flying the aircraft to a point of
specified in paragraph 2 of SFAR No. 100-2 of this part, a person storage, provided the following requirements are met--
may exercise the relief specified in paragraph 1 of SFAR No. (a) The air carrier or operator must hold a special flight per-
100-2 for a duration of 9 calendar months after returning to the mit with continuing authorization to conduct a ferry flight program
United States, provided the person-- issued under Sec. 21.197(c) of this chapter; and
(1) Is eligible in accordance with paragraph 2 of SFAR (b) The certificate holder or management specification holder
No. 100-2 of this part; must notify the responsible Flight Standards office each time the
(2) Complies with the documentation requirements spe- special flight permit is used for the purpose of flying the aircraft to
cified in paragraph 3 of SFAR No. 100-2 of this part; and a point of storage.
(3) Returned to the United States from deployment be- 5. Expiration date. This SFAR is effective until March 31, 2021.
tween October 2019 and March 2020. The FAA may amend, rescind, or extend the SFAR as necessary.
(e) Part 141 of this Chapter.
(1) Pilot school certificate requirements of Sec. 141.5 of
this chapter.
(i) Provisional pilot school. Notwithstanding the period
specified in Sec. 141.5 of this chapter, a provisional pilot school
may apply for, and the FAA may issue, a pilot school certificate with On page 224, add new SFAR No. 118 as follows:
the appropriate ratings if the following requirements are met--
(A) The provisional pilot school must satisfy the Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 118 – Relief
requirements of Sec. 141.5(a) through (e) of this chapter before for Certain Persons During the Coronavirus Disease
December 31, 2020; 2019 (COVID-19) Outbreak
(B) The provisional pilot school certificate must NOTE: For the text of SFAR No. 118, see part 61 of this book.
expire between April 2020 and June 2020; and
(C) The provisional pilot school meets the require-
ments of paragraph 3.(e)(1)(ii) of this SFAR.
(ii) Safety mitigations. PART 107—SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
(A) The provisional pilot school must notify its
responsible Flight Standards office that it is applying for a pilot On page 242, add new SFAR No. 118 as follows:
school certificate in accordance with this SFAR.
(B) Each provisional pilot school must include in Special Federal Aviation Regulations
its notification an acceptable plan that explains the method to Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 118 – Relief
meet the requirements of Sec. 141.5(d) and (e) of this chapter,
including-- for Certain Persons During the Coronavirus Disease
(1) Ensuring each instructor used for ground 2019 (COVID-19) Outbreak
or flight training is current and proficient; and NOTE: For the text of SFAR No. 118, see part 61 of this book.
(2) Evaluating students to determine if they
are assigned to the proper stage of the training course and if
additional training is necessary.
(2) Renewal of certificates and ratings in Sec. 141.27 of PART 141—PILOT SCHOOLS
this chapter.
(i) Pilot school. A pilot school may apply for renewal On page 413, add new SFAR No. 118 as follows:
of its pilot school certificate and ratings after the expiration of its
pilot schools certificate, provided the school applies for renewal Special Federal Aviation Regulations
before December 31, 2020 and the following requirements are Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 118 – Relief
met--
(A) The pilot school must meet Sec. 141.27(a)(2)
for Certain Persons During the Coronavirus Disease
of this chapter before December 31, 2020; 2019 (COVID-19) Outbreak
(B) The pilot school certificate must expire be- NOTE: For the text of SFAR No. 118, see part 61 of this book.
tween April 2020 and June 2020; and
(C) The pilot school meets the requirements of
paragraph 3.(e)(2)(ii) of this SFAR.

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(d) Rescission. Sec. 107.165 Record retention.

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December 31, 2020 7-1-14. ATC INFLIGHT WEATHER AVOIDANCE ASSISTANCE –

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Original Standard Service Volumes

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New VOR Service Volumes

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3. TBL 1-1-1 is a tabular summary of the VOR, DME, and

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Runway Status Light System

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5-4-16. SIMULTANEOUS CLOSE PARALLEL PRM

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* * * * * 7-6-6. MOUNTAIN FLYING (redesignated from old 7-5-6 in a

7-1-14. ATC INFLIGHT WEATHER AVOIDANCE ASSISTANCE:

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PILOT/CONTROLLER GLOSSARY GROUND COMMUNICATION OUTLET (GCO) - An unstaffed, re-

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December 11, 2020

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PART 1—DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

Sec. 1.1 General definitions. On page 23, remove the term

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Sec. 61.8 Inapplicability of unmanned aircraft operations.

PART 107—SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS

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November 27, 2020

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PART 91—GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES

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PART 91—GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES

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October 16, 2020 Effective October 27, 2020

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October 6, 2020 (b) This Part.