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DOT/OST | RIN: 2105-AE89 | Publication ID: Spring 2022 |
Title: Accessible Lavatories on Single-Aisle Aircraft | |
Abstract:
This rulemaking would require that airlines make lavatories on new single-aisle aircraft large enough, equivalent to that currently found on twin-aisle aircraft, to permit a passenger with a disability (with the help of an assistant, if necessary) to approach, enter, and maneuver within the aircraft lavatory as necessary to use all lavatory facilities and leave by means of the aircraft's on-board wheelchair. This rulemaking also addressed the topic of whether airlines should be required to take steps to improve the accessibility of lavatories on single-aisle aircraft short of increasing the size of the lavatories that was transferred from RIN 2105-AE88. The rulemaking would ensure the accessibility of features within an aircraft lavatory, including but not limited to, toilet seat, assist handles, faucets, flush control, attendant call buttons, lavatory controls and dispensers, lavatory door sill, and door locks. The rulemaking would also consider standards for the on-board wheelchair to improve its safety/maneuverability and easily permit its entry into the aircraft lavatory. |
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Agency: Department of Transportation(DOT) | Priority: Other Significant |
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda | Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Stage |
Major: Yes | Unfunded Mandates: No |
CFR Citation: 14 CFR 382 | |
Legal Authority: Air Carrier Access Act, 49 U.S.C. 41705 |
Legal Deadline:
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No | Government Levels Affected: None |
Small Entities Affected: No | Federalism: No |
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No | |
RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov | Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov |
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No | |
Related RINs: Split from 2105-AE88 | |
Agency Contact: Blane A. Workie Assistant General Counsel Department of Transportation Office of the Secretary Room 4116/C-70, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590 Phone:202 366-9342 Fax:202 366-7153 Email: blane.workie@dot.gov |