Proposed Rule2025-22319
Amendment of Class D, E2 and E5 Airspace; Miami, FL
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Published
December 9, 2025
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Transportation DepartmentFederal Aviation Administration
Abstract
This action proposes to amend Class D airspace and Class E2 airspace extending upward from the surface to 2,500 feet MSL, within a 4.3-mile radius of Miami Executive Airport, Miami, FL. It also proposes to amend Class E5 airspace from 700 feet above the surface and 7-miles around Miami Executive Airport, Miami, FL, and within 2.4 miles each side of the 267[deg] bearing from the LAYDN IAF extending from the 7- mile radius to 7 miles west of the IAF. Controlled airspace is necessary for the safety and management of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations in the area.
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[Federal Register Volume 90, Number 234 (Tuesday, December 9, 2025)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 57015-57016]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2025-22319]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 71
[Docket No. FAA-2025-1183; Airspace Docket No. 25-ASO-12]
RIN 2120-AA66
Amendment of Class D, E2 and E5 Airspace; Miami, FL
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
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SUMMARY: This action proposes to amend Class D airspace and Class E2
airspace extending upward from the surface to 2,500 feet MSL, within a
4.3-mile radius of Miami Executive Airport, Miami, FL. It also proposes
to amend Class E5 airspace from 700 feet above the surface and 7-miles
around Miami Executive Airport, Miami, FL, and within 2.4 miles each
side of the 267[deg] bearing from the LAYDN IAF extending from the 7-
mile radius to 7 miles west of the IAF. Controlled airspace is
necessary for the safety and management of instrument flight rules
(IFR) operations in the area.
DATES: Comments must be received on or before January 23, 2026.
ADDRESSES: Send comments identified by FAA Docket No. FAA-2025-1183 and
Airspace Docket No. 25-ASO-12 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 Federal holidays.
* Fax: Fax comments to Docket Operations at (202) 493-2251.
Docket: Background documents or comments received may be read at
<a href="http://www.regulations.gov">www.regulations.gov</a> at any time. 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 Federal holidays.
FAA Order JO 7400.11K 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,
600 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20597; Telephone: (202) 267-
8783.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Cruz, Operations Support Group,
Eastern Service Center, Federal Aviation Administration, 1701 Columbia
Avenue, College Park, GA 30337; Telephone: (404) 305-5571.
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
airspace necessary to ensure the safety of aircraft and the efficient
use of airspace. This regulation is within the scope of that authority
as it would amend Class D and Class E airspace for Miami Executive
Airport, Miami, FL.
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.
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>.
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 210, 1701 Columbia Ave., College
Park, GA 30337.
Incorporation by Reference
Class D and Class E airspace designations are published in
paragraphs 5000, 6002, and 6005 of FAA Order JO 7400.11, Airspace
Designations and Reporting Points, 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 7400.11K, Airspace
Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 4, 2025, and effective
September 15, 2025. These amendments would be published subsequently in
the next update to FAA Order JO 7400.11. FAA Order JO 7400.11K, which
lists Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, air traffic service
routes, and reporting points, is publicly available as listed in the
ADDRESSES section of this document.
The Proposal
This action proposes to amend 14 CFR part 71 to modify Class D and
Class E2 airspace from the surface of the Earth to and including 2,500
feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of the Miami Executive Airport,
Miami, FL, and within 1.2 miles each side of the 267[deg] bearing from
the airport reference point extending
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from the 4.3-mile radius to 5.9 miles west of the airport reference
point, excluding that airspace within the Miami, FL, Class B airspace
area. Also, this action proposes to amend the Miami Class E5 airspace,
updating QEZZY Initial Approach Fix (IAF) to LAYDN IAF, extending from
the 7-mile radius to 7 miles west of the IAF, and within a 6.5-mile
radius of Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, Pompano Beach Airpark and
North Perry Airport.
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 the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4321, et
seq.) and FAA Order 1050.1G, ``FAA National Environmental Policy Act
Implementing Procedures'' prior to any FAA final regulatory action.
Lists 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 Federal Aviation
Administration Order JO 7400.11K, Airspace Designations and Reporting
Points, dated August 4, 2025, and effective September 15, 2025, is
amended as follows: ..
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Paragraph 5000 Class D Airspace.
* * * * *
ASO FL D Miami, FL [Amended]
Miami Executive Airport, FL
(Lat. 25[deg]38'51'' N, long. 80[deg]26'00'' W)
That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including
2,500 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of the Miami Executive
Airport, and within 1.2 miles each side of the 267[deg] bearing from
the airport reference point extending from the 4.3-mile radius to
5.9 miles west of the airport reference point, excluding that
airspace within the Miami, FL, Class B airspace area. This Class D
airspace area is effective during the specific dates and times
established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and
time will thereafter be continuously published in the Chart
Supplement.
* * * * *
Paragraph 6002 Class E Airspace Areas Designated as Surface Areas.
* * * * *
ASO FL E2 Miami, FL [Amended]
Miami Executive Airport, FL
(Lat. 25[deg]38'51'' N, long. 80[deg]26'00'' W)
Within a 5-mile radius of Miami Executive Airport. This Class E
airspace is effective during the specific dates and times
established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and
time will thereafter be continuously published in the Chart
Supplement.
* * * * *
Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace.
* * * * *
ASO FL E5 Miami, FL [Amended]
Miami International Airport, FL
(Lat. 25[deg]47'43'' N, long. 80[deg]17'24'' W)
Homestead ARB
(Lat. 25[deg]29'19'' N, long. 80[deg]23'01'' W)
Miami Opa-Locka Executive Airport
(Lat. 25[deg]54'27'' N, long. 80[deg]16'42'' W)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
(Lat. 26[deg]04'18'' N, long. 80[deg]08'59'' W)
Miami Executive Airport
(Lat. 25[deg]38'51'' N, long. 80[deg]26'00'' W)
LAYDN IAF
(Lat. 25[deg]38'22'' N, long. 80[deg]30'28'' W)
Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport
(Lat. 26[deg]11'50'' N, long. 80[deg]10'15'' W)
Pompano Beach Airpark
(Lat. 26[deg]14'51'' N, long. 80[deg]06'40'' W)
North Perry Airport
(Lat. 26[deg]00'04'' N, long. 80[deg]14'27'' W)
That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface
within a 7-mile radius of Miami International Airport, Homestead
ARB, Miami Opa-Locka Executive Airport, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood
International Airport, and Miami Executive Airport, and within 2.4
miles each side of the 267[deg] bearing from the LAYDN IAF extending
from the 7-mile radius to 7 miles west of the IAF, and within a 6.5-
mile radius of Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, Pompano Beach
Airpark and North Perry Airport.
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Issued in College Park, Georgia, on December 3, 2025
Patrick Young,
Manager, Airspace & Procedures Team North, Eastern Service Center, Air
Traffic Organization.
[FR Doc. 2025-22319 Filed 12-8-25; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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