The FAA recently announced the opportunity for public comment on the draft of FAA Order 5100.38E, Airport Improvement Program Handbook, intended to supersede the existing Order 5100.38D, Change 1, which was released on February 26, 2019. This new draft incorporates important changes arising from the FAA Reauthorization Acts of 2018 and 2024, reflecting significant legal and policy updates. Comments must be received by August 17, 2026.