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Cause of Airline Delay and Cancellation Categories Under Section 511(b) of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024

Federal Register · Rule · Sep 3, 2026

On May 16, 2024, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 (2024 FAA Act) became law. 5 Section 511(b) of that act provides that 10 delineated events “shall not be included within the Air Carrier code.” … Therefore, those topics require notice and comment procedures under the Administrative Procedure Act.

Accessible Lavatories on Single-Aisle Aircraft

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 1, 2023

Statutory Authority The Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA), 49 U.S.C. 41705, prohibits discrimination in airline service based on disability. … The ACAA, while prohibiting discrimination by U.S. and foreign air carriers in air transportation against qualified individuals with disabilities, does not specify how carriers must act to avoid such discrimination

Smoking Aboard Aircraft

Federal Register · Rule · Jun 9, 2000

One commenter, a private citizen, expressed his opposition to the act because it had the effect of “alleviat[ing] any fiscal responsibilities the airline industry may encounter” to install more efficient … Another private citizen commented that smokers also have rights and suggested that proper ventilation would solve the problem of “germ ridden” air.

Use of Electronic Cigarettes on Aircraft

Federal Register · Rule · Mar 4, 2016

Of the approximately 350 additional individual comments received after the close of the comment period, approximately 60 opposed the ban while approximately 290 supported it. … Smoking increases hardware costs since cabin air filters have to be changed more frequently and avionics need to be cleaned more often.

Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Handicap in Programs and Activities Receiving or Benefiting From Federal Financial Assistance; Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Handicap in Air Travel

Federal Register · Rule · Nov 1, 1996

Given the accessibility needs of passengers, these commenters did not believe that a longer negotiation period was warranted. … Two commenters, an airline and an individual, favored a two-year period.

DoD Assistance to Non-Government, Entertainment-Oriented Media Productions

Federal Register · Rule · Jun 9, 2026

Discussion of Comments and Changes A proposed rule was published in the Federal Register (89 FR 57810-57819) on July 16, 2024, for a 60-day public comment period. … As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) and as part of the proposed rule, DoD requested comments on a new information collection at 89 FR 57810.

National Policy Requirements: General Award Terms and Conditions

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 19, 2020

Comply with applicable provisions of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401, et seq. ) and Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. 1251, et seq. ). 3. … You must comply with the International Air Transportation Fair Competitive Practices Act of 1974 (49 U.S.C. 40118), commonly referred to as the “Fly America Act,” and implementing regulations at 41 CFR

Privacy Act of 1974: Implementation of Exemptions; Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Border Protection-006 Automated Targeting System of Records

Federal Register · Rule · Feb 3, 2010

of 2002 (7 U.S.C. 8401); (2) the Honeybee Act (7 U.S.C. 281-286); (3) the Export Administration Act of 1979 (15 U.S.C. 4605); (4) the Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. 101-120); (5) the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C … Retention Comments Comment: Two comments noted that the 15-year retention period for ATS is too long.

Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs

Federal Register · Rule · Nov 20, 2008

We sought additional comments to this provision on August 25, 2008. On October 22, 2008, the Department issued a notice responding to those comments. … The Department opened a comment period on that provision, which closed on September 25, 2008.

DoD Assistance to Non-Government, Entertainment-Oriented Media Productions

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 10, 2015

Public Comments The Department of Defense published a proposed rule in the Federal Register on September 17, 2014 (79 FR 55679-55687) for a 60-day public comment period. … One public comment was received.

Reporting the Causes of Airline Delays and Cancellations

Federal Register · Rule · Nov 25, 2002

Public Comments We received comments from America West Airlines, American Trans Air, Southwest Airlines, the Air Transport Association of America (ATA), the Regional Airline Association (RAA), the American … This is especially true during peak operating periods.

Procedures for Reimbursement of General Aviation Operators and Service Providers in the Washington, DC Area

Federal Register · Rule · Apr 9, 2007

A closer analogy is to the compensation paid under the Air Transportation Safety and System Stabilization Act, Pub. Law 107-42. … Washington, DC Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) One comment raised concerns about the economic impact of the Washington, DC Air Defense Zone (ADIZ) on other airports and businesses in the Washington

Updates to the Origin-Destination Survey of Airline Passengers

Federal Register · Rule · Jan 31, 2023

Comments: A4A supports reducing DOT's minimum data withholding period for O&D and T100/T100(f) from 90 days to 60 days. RAA supports the position of A4A. … Given the comments we have received, DOT will shorten the period that T100(f) data is withheld from six months to what will be approximately 70 days depending on the month.

Tip Regulations Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA); Partial Withdrawal

Federal Register · Rule · Oct 29, 2021

The 60-day comment period for the NPRM ended on August 23, 2021. … period of time.

Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs; Procedures for Non-Evidential Alcohol Screening Devices

Federal Register · Rule · Oct 1, 2002

However, in response to comments requesting additional flexibility in testing methods the Department said that NHTSA would develop model specifications, evaluate additional screening devices, and periodically … The Department is issuing this as a final rule without opportunity for notice and public comment.

Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel: Accessibility of Web Sites and Automated Kiosks at U.S. Airports

Federal Register · Rule · Nov 12, 2013

Request for Clarification and Extension of Comment Period In October 2011, the Department received a joint request from the Air Transport Association (now Airlines for America), the International Air … The public comment period on the draft closes July 28, 2013.

DoD Grant and Agreement Regulations

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 23, 2005

Second, a reference in Appendix B to Part 22 to “40 CFR 32.110”, a section in the Environmental Protection Agency's implementation of the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, is corrected to read “40 CFR … -flag air carriers in the International Air Transportation Fair Competitive Practices Act of 1974 (49 U.S.C. 40118), which apply to uses of U.S. Government funds. C.

National Guard Bureau Privacy Program

Federal Register · Rule · Feb 5, 2014

Following the OMB comment period, the public is given 30 days to submit written data, views, or arguments for consideration before a SOR is established or modified. … (D) A clean copy of the record.

Organization and Delegation of Powers and Duties

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 17, 2012

(c) Carry out the functions vested in the Secretary by part B of title II of the Clean Air Act, as amended (84 Stat. 1703), and by 40 CFR part 87 as it relates to exemptions from aircraft air pollution … (h) Exercise the authority vested in the Secretary by section 210(2) of the Clean Air Act, Public Law 90-148, as amended [42 U.S.C. 7544(2)].

Guidance Regarding Interpretation of Unfair and Deceptive Practices

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 29, 2022

in air transportation or the sale of air transportation. … The FTC Act prohibits FTC from exercising jurisdiction over “air carriers and foreign air carriers subject to part A of subtitle VII of title 49.” 15 U.S.C. 45(a)(2).