🚁FAA Special Conditions for Airbus EC175B Helicopter
These special conditions are issued for the Airbus Helicopters (Airbus) Model EC175B helicopter. This model helicopter will have a novel or unusual design feature when compared to the state of technology envisioned in the airworthiness standards for transport category helicopters. This design feature is a 30-minute all engines operating (AEO) power rating. This rating will be used for hovering at increased power for search and rescue missions. The applicable airworthiness regulations do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards for this design feature. These special conditions contain the additional safety standards that the Administrator considers necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by the existing airworthiness standards.
Learn More🚤Coast Guard Proposes Special Regulations for Neuse and Trent Rivers
The Coast Guard is proposing to establish special local regulations (SLR) to provide for the safety of human life on certain waters of the Neuse and Trent Rivers during raft races to be held annually in New Bern, NC on select Saturdays in June. This proposed rulemaking would restrict non-participant access within the designated race area unless authorized by the Captain of the Port (COTP), Sector North Carolina or a designated representative. We invite your comments on this proposed rulemaking.
Learn More✈️Proposed FAA Airworthiness Directive for MHI RJ Aviation Aircraft
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all MHI RJ Aviation ULC Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702), CL-600-2C11 (Regional Jet Series 550), Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705), CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900), and CL-600-2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000). This proposed AD was prompted by an engine indicating and crew alerting system (EICAS) STAB TRIM Caution message that was posted, and subsequent repair that found prematurely worn teeth on a rubber bull gear (RBG) wheel in the horizontal stabilizer trim actuator (HSTA). This proposed AD would require an inspection for part numbers and on-condition replacement of affected RBG wheels and prohibit the installation of affected parts under certain conditions, as specified in a Transport Canada AD, which is proposed for incorporation by reference (IBR). The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Learn More⚡Executive Order 14270 Promotes Deregulation in Energy Sector
Executive Order 14270 mandates the implementation of zero-based regulatory budgeting to enhance American energy production. The order introduces sunset provisions that require regular reevaluation of existing regulations, aimed at alleviating burdens on the energy sector and promoting innovation while ensuring regulations serve the public good.
Learn More🚿Executive Order on Showerhead Regulation Repeal
Executive Order 14264 aims to simplify regulations surrounding showerheads by repealing a complex, lengthy definition. The order emphasizes reducing overregulation to relieve economic burdens and personal freedoms, directing the Secretary of Energy to ensure compliance with the new approach. It seeks to streamline the industry by making the regulatory environment more manageable for manufacturers and consumers.
Learn More🚫OFAC Sanctions Notice
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing the names of one or more persons and vessels that have been placed on OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List) based on OFAC's determination that one or more applicable legal criteria were satisfied. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of these persons are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them. The vessel placed on the SDN List has been identified as property in which a blocked person has an interest. OFAC is additionally updating the entry on the SDN List for one person.
Learn More🚁Proposed Airworthiness Directive for Airbus Helicopters
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS-365N2, AS 365 N3, EC 155B, EC155B1, SA-365N, and SA-365N1 helicopters. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of loss of tightening torque between the upper ball bearing end and the main rotor (MR) servo-control. This proposed AD would require inspecting the tightening torque and, depending on the results, taking corrective action. This proposed AD would also require reporting information. These actions are specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is proposed for incorporation by reference. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Learn More🚁Proposed Airworthiness Directive for Airbus Helicopters EC120 and EC130
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model EC120B, EC130B4, and EC130T2 helicopters. This proposed AD was prompted by a report of a missing retaining ring between the supply hose and the central supply coupling of an emergency floatation system (EFS) inflation assembly. This proposed AD would require inspecting for the presence of the retaining ring in an EFS with certain inflation assemblies installed and, depending on the results, taking corrective action. This proposed AD would also prohibit installing an EFS with those inflation assemblies installed. These actions are specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is proposed for incorporation by reference. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Learn More🏦OCC Requests Comments on CRA Qualifying Activities Confirmation Process
The OCC, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites comment on a continuing information collection, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). In accordance with the requirements of the PRA, the OCC may not conduct or sponsor, and the respondent is not required to respond to, an information collection unless it displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number. The OCC is soliciting comment concerning the renewal of its information collection titled, "Community Reinvestment Act Qualifying Activities Confirmation Request Form."
Learn More💼SEC Notice on Investment Company Exemption for Share Classes
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a notice concerning an application from Monroe Capital BDC Advisors, LLC, seeking an exemption under the Investment Company Act to allow certain registered closed-end investment companies to issue multiple classes of shares with varying fees. Interested parties may request a hearing on this application.
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