The FAA has released Order 5190.6C, the updated Airport Compliance Manual. The manual replaces the previous version (5190.6B) and all related changes. FAA Order 5190.6C outlines policies and procedures for the FAA’s Airport Compliance Program, promoting consistent interpretation and guiding FAA personnel as they support airport sponsors that receive federal funds or federally conveyed property.
The revised order incorporates public comments dating back to the 2009 update and aligns the manual with statutory changes in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, refreshing guidance that can affect operational and business considerations at federally obligated airports, including reasonable minimum standards, exclusive-rights issues, self-service fueling, and discussion relevant to illegal charter activity.
Airport sponsors and industry stakeholders are encouraged to review the updated manual to ensure continued compliance with federal grant assurances and obligations.