2026-22222·DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments

Final RuleEffective

Published: Oct 30, 2026
Effective: Oct 30, 2026
Citation: 91 FR 68453
Docket: Docket No. 31690, Amdt. No. 4241
Agencies: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, Federal Aviation Administration

Final rule.

Summary

The new rule updates the list of Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and the related takeoff minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) that pilots must follow at specific airports. It does this to reflect newer navigation equipment, newly identified obstacles, and changing traffic patterns, all of which help keep the airspace safe and efficient for flights that operate in instrument weather conditions. The regulation is issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation, specifically the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). It applies to commercial airlines, cargo carriers, private pilots, and any other operators that use instrument flight rules at the airports affected by the changes. The rule was published in the Federal Register on October 30, 2026 (91 FR 68453) and takes effect immediately on that date. Because this is a final rule, there is no additional public comment period; the FAA will now issue the revised approach charts and procedural guidance to pilots and air traffic controllers, and airports will implement the updated procedures as part of their regular operations.

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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.