Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments
- Published
- Sep 3, 2026
- Effective
- Sep 3, 2026
- Citation
- 91 FR 56587
- Docket
- Docket No. 31681, Amdt. No. 4233
- Agencies
- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, Federal Aviation Administration
Final rule.
Summary
The rule updates the official charts and procedures that pilots use when landing at, taking off from, or departing certain airports under instrument flight rules. By adding, changing, or removing Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, Takeoff Minimums, and Obstacle Departure Procedures, the regulation reflects new navigation equipment, newly identified obstacles, and evolving air‑traffic needs. The goal is to keep the airspace safe and efficient, ensuring pilots have the most current guidance for flying in low‑visibility conditions. The regulation was issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). It applies to commercial airlines, cargo operators, private pilots, and any other aircraft that rely on instrument procedures at the airports affected by the changes. The rule was published in the Federal Register on September 3 2026 and takes effect the same day, September 3 2026. Because this is a final rule, the FAA will now disseminate the revised procedures through updated aeronautical charts and electronic databases, and pilots and operators must incorporate the changes into their flight planning and training. No further public comment period is required.
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Official abstract
This rule establishes, amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPS) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure procedures (ODPs) for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, adding new obstacles, or changing air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports.
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