# Pilot Loading of Aeronautical Database Updates
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2012-11-29 · Effective 2013-01-28 · 77 FR 71089
## Document
- **Document number:** 2012-28845
- **Category:** other
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 77 FR 71089
- **Publication date:** 2012-11-29
- **Effective date:** 2013-01-28
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2011-0763
## Abstract

This action amends the maintenance regulations by removing from the preventive maintenance category the task of updating databases used in self-contained, front-panel or pedestal-mounted navigation equipment. Further, we are adding text to the maintenance regulations that describes which equipment and, under which conditions, may have aeronautical databases updated by pilots as a non-maintenance function. Equipment which does not meet the criteria outlined in the new regulation will continue to be updated as a maintenance function. This revision will ensure that pilots using specified avionics equipment have the most current and accurate data and thereby increase aviation safety.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2012/11/29/2012-28845/pilot-loading-of-aeronautical-database-updates)
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