The Federal Aviation Administration issued a final rule on October 30, 2026, amending, suspending, or removing Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures at certain airports. These regulatory actions are necessary due to the adoption of new or revised criteria and changes in the National Airspace System, according to the FAA. The full text of the rule is available in the Federal Register document.
Press Release: Federal Aviation Administration
Published October 30, 2026. Reproduced in full from the Federal Aviation Administration.
Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments
Action: Final rule.
Summary
This rule amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures 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 for the safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports.
Key dates
- Takes effect: October 30, 2026
This rule is effective October 30, 2026. The compliance date for each SIAP, associated Takeoff Minimums, and ODP is specified in the amendatory provisions.
Full text: Federal Register document 2026-22223
