Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
NPRMSection 02: Regulatory Vocabulary
Definition
A formal public notice published by the FAA in the Federal Register that proposes a new regulation or an amendment to an existing regulation. An NPRM describes the proposed rule, its legal basis, the problem it addresses, and its expected impact. The NPRM opens a public comment period (typically 60-90 days) during which any person may submit comments, data, or arguments. The FAA must consider all comments before issuing a final rule. EASA's equivalent is the Notice of Proposed Amendment (NPA).
Primary Sources
5 U.S.C. § 553(b), Notice of Proposed RulemakingFAA
The APA requirement for notice of proposed rulemaking.
Across Jurisdictions
FAA (United States)/ Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM)
Published in the Federal Register with a public comment period, typically 60-90 days.