Thomas J Nichols : Standard Approach Procedures and Takeoff Minimums: Amendments.

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs)
2. Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs)
3. Miscellaneous Amendments for Instrument Procedures

The Final Rule by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) amends Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures at certain airports to ensure safe and efficient use of airspace. The rule, effective from April 1, 2024, incorporates new criteria and changes in the National Airspace System. The publication of SIAPs and associated documents is approved by the Director of the Federal Register. All SIAPs and related materials are available online for free. The rule aims to enhance safety and promote smooth flight operations under instrument flight rules at affected airports.

In a recent amendment by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), a final rule has been put in place to amend, suspend, or remove Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures at certain airports. These regulatory actions have been deemed necessary due to the adoption of new or revised criteria, as well as changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, addition of new obstacles, or changes in air traffic requirements. The primary goal of these changes is to ensure the safe and efficient use of navigable airspace and promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports.

Effective from April 1, 2024, the compliance date for each SIAP, associated Takeoff Minimums, and ODP is specified in the amendatory provisions. Additionally, the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulations has been approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of the same date.

For those interested in examining the matter incorporated by reference in the amendment, it is available at various locations including the U.S. Department of Transportation, the FAA Air Traffic Organization Service Area where the affected airport is located, the office of Aeronautical Information Services in Oklahoma City, or the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). All SIAPs, Takeoff Minimums, and ODPs are available online free of charge at the National Flight Data Center website.

The amendment to 14 CFR part 97 is effective upon publication of each separate SIAP and Takeoff Minimums and ODP as amended in the transmittal. The amendment only incorporates specific changes contained for each SIAP and Takeoff Minimums and ODP as modified by FDC permanent NOTAMs. These changes are based on criteria contained in the U.S. Standard for Terminal Instrument Procedures (TERPS) and are specific to conditions existing at the affected airports.

Due to the immediate need for these amendments, they are deemed effective in less than 30 days. The FAA has determined that this regulation only involves an established body of technical regulations for which frequent and routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current. Therefore, it is not considered a significant regulatory action under Executive Order 12866 and does not warrant preparation of a regulatory evaluation.

In conclusion, the amendment aims to ensure the safety and efficiency of flight operations at affected airports by updating and aligning Standard Instrument Approach Procedures with current criteria and changes in the National Airspace System.