# Extended Operations (ETOPS) of Multi-Engine Airplanes
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2007-01-16 · Effective 2007-02-15 · 72 FR 1808
## Document
- **Document number:** 07-39
- **Category:** other
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 72 FR 1808
- **Publication date:** 2007-01-16
- **Effective date:** 2007-02-15
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2002-6717
## Abstract

This final rule applies to air carrier (part 121), commuter, and on-demand (part 135) turbine powered multi-engine airplanes used in extended-range operations. However, all-cargo operations in airplanes with more than two engines of both part 121 and part 135 are exempted from the majority of this rule. Today's rule establishes regulations governing the design, operation and maintenance of certain airplanes operated on flights that fly long distances from an adequate airport. This final rule codifies current FAA policy, industry best practices and recommendations, as well as international standards designed to ensure long-range flights will continue to operate safely. To ease the transition for current operators, this rule includes delayed compliance dates for certain ETOPS requirements.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2007/01/16/07-39/extended-operations-etops-of-multi-engine-airplanes)
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