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EPA Issued a Proposed Endangerment Finding for Lead Emissions from Aircraft

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October 17, 2022

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EPA issued a proposed endangerment finding for lead emissions from aircraft that operate on leaded fuel. These aircraft are the largest source of lead emissions to air. If finalized, the rule would then empower EPA to set lead emission standards for aircraft engines. Public comments were due on Jan. 17, 2023 and can be viewed at regulations.gov (Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2022-0389).