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RegulatoryOct 23, 2026

FAA Releases Draft Design Standards for Vertical Flight Facilities

The FAA has published new draft design standards for vertical flight facilities to support the integration of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) aircraft into the national airspace.

The FAA has published new draft design standards for vertical flight facilities to support the integration of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) aircraft into the national airspace.

Why it matters: These standards are critical for Puerto Rico aviation stakeholders interested in developing infrastructure for eVTOL and other AAM operations.

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