Proposed Rule2023-07194
Amendment of Class D and Class E Airspace; Huntsville, AL
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Published
April 10, 2023
Issuing agencies
Transportation DepartmentFederal Aviation Administration
Abstract
This action proposes to amend the Class D and Class E surface airspace and Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface in Huntsville, AL, as the result of a biennial airspace evaluation. This action would extend the Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface surrounding Redstone Army Airfield (AAF) and Huntsville Executive Tom Sharp Jr. Field. The FAA also proposes to update terminology in the Class D and Class E surface airspace descriptions for Redstone AAF.
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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 68 (Monday, April 10, 2023)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 21141-21142]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2023-07194]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 71
[Docket No. FAA-2023-0503; Airspace Docket No. 23-ASO-07]
RIN 2120-AA66
Amendment of Class D and Class E Airspace; Huntsville, AL
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
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SUMMARY: This action proposes to amend the Class D and Class E surface
airspace and Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the
surface in Huntsville, AL, as the result of a biennial airspace
evaluation. This action would extend the Class E airspace extending
upward from 700 feet above the surface surrounding Redstone Army
Airfield (AAF) and Huntsville Executive Tom Sharp Jr. Field. The FAA
also proposes to update terminology in the Class D and Class E surface
airspace descriptions for Redstone AAF.
DATES: Comments must be received on or before May 25, 2023.
ADDRESSES: Send comments identified by FAA Docket No. FAA-2023-0503 and
Airspace Docket No. 23-ASO-07 using any of the following methods:
* Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">www.regulations.gov</a> and follow
the online instructions for sending your comments electronically.
* Mail: Send comments to Docket Operations, M-30; U.S. Department
of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W12-140, West
Building Ground Floor, Washington, DC 20590-0001.
* Hand Delivery or Courier: Take comments to Docket Operations in
Room W12-140 of the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey
Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through
Friday, except for Federal holidays.
* Fax: Fax comments to Docket Operations at (202) 493-2251.
Privacy: In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 553(c), DOT solicits comments
from the public to better inform its rulemaking process. DOT posts
these comments, without edit, including any personal information the
commenter, provides, to <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">www.regulations.gov</a>, as described in the system
of records notice (DOT/ALL-14 FDMS), which can be reviewed at
<a href="http://www.dot.gov/privacy">www.dot.gov/privacy</a>.
Docket: Background documents or comments received may be read at
<a href="http://www.regulations.gov">www.regulations.gov</a> anytime. Follow the online instructions for
accessing the docket or go to the Docket Operations in Room W12-140 of
the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except for Federal holidays.
FAA Order JO 7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points,
and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at <a href="http://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/">www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/</a>. You may also contact the Rules and
Regulations Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration,
800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267-
8783.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jennifer Ledford, Operations Support
Group, Office of Policy, Eastern Service Center, Federal Aviation
Administration, 1701 Columbia Avenue, College Park, GA 30337;
Telephone: (404) 305-5946.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Authority for This Rulemaking
The FAA's authority to issue rules regarding aviation safety is
found in Title 49 of the United States Code. Subtitle I, Section 106
describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII,
Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the agency's
authority. This rulemaking is promulgated under the authority described
in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart I, Section 40103. Under that section,
the FAA is charged with prescribing regulations to assign the use of
the airspace necessary to ensure the safety of aircraft and the
efficient use of airspace. This regulation is within the scope of that
authority as controlled airspace is necessary for the safety and
management of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations in the area.
Comments Invited
The FAA invites interested persons to participate in this
rulemaking by submitting written comments, data, or views. Comments are
specifically invited on the overall regulatory, aeronautical, economic,
environmental, and energy-related aspects of the proposal. The most
helpful comments reference a specific portion of the proposal, explain
the reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. To
ensure the docket does not contain duplicate comments, commenters
should submit only one time if comments are filed electronically, or
commenters should send only one copy of written comments if comments
are filed in writing.
The FAA will file in the docket all comments it receives, as well
as a report summarizing each substantive public contact with FAA
personnel concerning this proposed rulemaking. Before acting on this
proposal, the FAA will consider all comments it receives on or before
the closing date for comments. The FAA will consider comments filed
after the comment period has closed if it is possible to do so without
incurring expense or delay. The FAA may change this proposal in light
of the comments it receives.
Availability of Rulemaking Documents
An electronic copy of this document may be downloaded through the
internet at <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">www.regulations.gov</a>. Recently published rulemaking
documents can also be accessed through the FAA's web page at
<a href="http://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/airspace_amendments/">www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/airspace_amendments/</a>.
You may review the public docket containing the proposal, any
comments received, and any final disposition in person in the Dockets
Operations office (see ADDRESSES section for address, phone number, and
hours of operations). An informal docket may also be examined during
normal business hours at the office of the Eastern Service Center,
Federal Aviation Administration, Room 350, 1701 Columbia Ave., College
Park, GA, 30337.
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Incorporation by Reference
Class D and Class E airspace designations are published in
paragraphs 5000, 6002, and 6005 of FAA Order JO 7400.11, which is
incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 on an annual basis. This
document proposes to amend the current version of that order, FAA Order
JO 7400.11G, dated August 19, 2022, and effective September 15, 2022.
These updates would be published in the next update to FAA Order JO
7400.11. That order is publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES
section of this document.
FAA Order JO 7400.11G lists Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas,
air traffic service routes, and reporting points.
The Proposal
The FAA proposes an amendment to 14 CFR part 71 to amend Class E
airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface of Redstone
AAF by increasing the radius to 14.1 miles (previously 9.5 miles). The
FAA also proposes to amend Class E airspace extending upward from 700
feet above the surface of Huntsville Executive Tom Sharp Field by
increasing the radius to 7.6 miles (previously 6.3 miles). In doing so,
the Huntsville International-Carl T. Jones Field: RWY 36L-LOC will be
removed from the legal description of Huntsville Executive Tom Sharp
Field as it is no longer a necessary part of the legal description. In
addition, this action would replace the outdated terms Airport/Facility
Directory with the term Chart Supplement and Notice to Airmen with the
term Notice to Air Missions in the Huntsville Class D and Class E
surface airspace descriptions.
Regulatory Notices and Analyses
The FAA has determined that this proposed regulation only involves
an established body of technical regulations for which frequent and
routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current.
It, therefore: (1) is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under
Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT
Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034; February 26, 1979);
and (3) does not warrant preparation of a regulatory evaluation as the
anticipated impact is so minimal. Since this is a routine matter that
will only affect air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is
certified that this proposed rule, when promulgated, will not have a
significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities
under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
Environmental Review
This proposal will be subject to an environmental analysis in
accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F, ``Environmental Impacts: Policies
and Procedures,'' prior to any FAA final regulatory action.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71
Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air).
The Proposed Amendment
In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation
Administration proposes to amend 14 CFR part 71 as follows:
PART 71--DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D, AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR
TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS
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1. The authority citation for 14 CFR part 71 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(f), 106(g); 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O.
10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959-1963 Comp., p. 389.
Sec. 71.1 [Amended]
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2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order JO
7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 19,
2022, and effective September 15, 2022, is amended as follows:
Paragraph 5000 Class D Airspace.
* * * * *
ASO AL D Huntsville, Redstone Army Airfield, AL
Redstone Army Airfield, AL
(Lat 34[deg]40'43'' N, long 86[deg]41'05'' W)
That airspace extending upward from the surface to but not
including 2,400 feet MSL within a 4.4-mile radius of Redstone Army
Airfield, excluding that portion within the Huntsville
International-Carl T. Jones Field, AL, Class C airspace area. This
Class D airspace area is effective during the specific dates and
times established in advance by a Notice to Air Missions. The
effective date and time will thereafter be continuously published in
the Chart Supplement.
Paragraph 6002 Class E Surface Airspace.
* * * * *
ASO AL E2 Huntsville, AL
Huntsville International-Carl T. Jones Field, AL
(Lat 34[deg]38'14'' N, long 86[deg]46'30'' W)
Redstone AAF, AL
(Lat 34[deg]40'43'' N, long 86[deg]41'05'' W)
That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 5-mile
radius of the Huntsville International-Carl T. Jones Field,
excluding that airspace within a 1-mile radius of the Redstone AAF.
This Class E airspace area is effective during the specific dates
and times established in advance by a Notice to Air Missions. The
effective date and time will thereafter be continuously published in
the Chart Supplement.
Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace Areas Extending Upward From 700
Feet or More Above the Surface of the Earth.
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ASO AL E5 Huntsville, AL
Redstone AAF, AL
(Lat 34[deg]40'43'' N, long 86[deg]41'05'' W)
Pryor Field Regional Airport, AL
(Lat 34[deg]39'15'' N, long 86[deg]56'43'' W)
Huntsville Executive Tom Sharp Jr. Field, AL
(Lat 34[deg]51'34'' N, long 86[deg]33'27'' W)
That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface
within a 14.1-mile radius of Redstone AAF, within a 7-mile radius of
Pryor Field Regional Airport, and within a 7.6-mile radius of
Huntsville Executive Tom Sharp Jr. Field.
Issued in College Park, GA on March 21, 2023.
Andreese C. Davis,
Manager, Airspace & Procedures Team South, Eastern Service Center, Air
Traffic Organization.
[FR Doc. 2023-07194 Filed 4-7-23; 8:45 am]
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