FAAFinal Rule
Integration of Powered-Lift: Pilot Certification and Operations; Miscellaneous Amendments Related to Rotorcraft and Airplanes; Correction
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Summary
The FAA has created new rules for piloting and operating 'powered-lift' aircraft—a new category of vehicles that combine features of helicopters and airplanes. These rules establish certification requirements for pilots and safety standards for operating these emerging aircraft, which could eventually be used for air taxi services and other transportation purposes.
Key Points
- 1Defines 'powered-lift' as a new aircraft category that can take off vertically like a helicopter but fly forward like an airplane
- 2Sets training and testing requirements for pilots who want to fly powered-lift aircraft, similar to existing helicopter and airplane certifications
- 3Establishes operational rules for how and where these aircraft can fly, including safety procedures and altitude restrictions
- 4Applies to both commercial operators (like potential air taxi companies) and private pilots interested in flying these new aircraft types
- 5Includes corrections to existing helicopter and airplane regulations to avoid conflicts with the new powered-lift standards
Impact Assessment
If you are a pilot or aircraft manufacturer, this means you must meet new certification and safety requirements before you can legally operate or produce powered-lift aircraft.
Impact Level
Significant
Geographic Scope
National
Compliance Cost
Significant
Who is Affected
ManufacturersTransportation CompaniesWorkers/Laborers
Key Dates
Published
January 3, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Authorized By
Amends CFR Sections
14 CFR Part 6114 CFR Part 2714 CFR Part 135
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (FAA-2023-1275)
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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