What Happened
New Rule Could Save Operators Millions Without Affecting Safety
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule that would relax oxygen mask requirements for Part 135 and 91 operations, arguing that the changes would save operators millions of dollars annually without adversely affecting safety. The proposal would allow pilots of pressurized aircraft to fly at any certified altitude without supplemental oxygen if quick-donning masks are available. Comments on the proposal are due November 23, according to an FAA notice of proposed rulemaking. This development was first reported by Flying mag.