Establishment of Class E Airspace; Cranberry Township, PA, 8596-8598 [08-616]

Download as PDF 8596 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 31 / Thursday, February 14, 2008 / Rules and Regulations ebenthall on PRODPC61 with RULES practical. Therefore, the FAA is amending part 71 of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 71), to establish a 6-mile radius Class E5 airspace at Seneca, PA. Designations for Class E airspace areas extending upward from 700 feet or more above the surface of the Earth are published in FAA Order 7400.9R, signed August 15, 2007, effective September 15, 2007, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class E designations listed in this document will be published subsequently in the Order. Agency Findings The regulations adopted herein will not have substantial direct effects on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among various levels of government. Therefore, it is determined that this final rule does not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. The FAA has determined that this regulation only involves an established body of technical regulations for which frequent and routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current, is non-controversial and unlikely to result in adverse or negative comments. 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 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. 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 established controlled airspace near the UPMC Northwest Heliport in Seneca, PA. VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:28 Feb 13, 2008 Jkt 214001 Lists of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71 Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air). Adoption of the Amendment In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration amends 14 CFR part 71 as follows: I PART 71—DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS 1. The authority citation for part 71 continues to read as follows: I Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g); 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959– 1963 Comp., p. 389. § 71.1 [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9R, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, signed August 15, 2007, effective September 15, 2007, is amended as follows: I Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace Areas Extending Upward From 700 Feet or More Above the Surface of the Earth. * * * * * AEA PA E5 Seneca, PA [NEW] UPMC Northwest Heliport (Lat. 41°21′44″ N., long. 79°42′03″ W.) Point in Space Coordinates (Lat. 41°21′09″ N., long. 79°42′24″ W.) That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface of the Earth within a 6-mile radius of the Point in Space Coordinates (Lat. 41°21′09″ N., long. 79°42′24″ W.) serving the UPMC Northwest Heliport. * * * * * Issued in College Park, Georgia, on January 30, 2008. Barry A. Knight, Acting Manager, System Support Group, Eastern Service Center. [FR Doc. 08–614 Filed 2–13–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–M DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2007–0278; Airspace Docket No. 07–AEA–18] Establishment of Class E Airspace; Cranberry Township, PA Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Direct final rule, request for comments. AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 SUMMARY: This action establishes Class E Airspace at Cranberry Township, PA to support a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Special Instrument Approach Procedure (IAP) that has been developed for medical flight operations into the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) PassavantCranberry Heliport. This action enhances the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) operations by providing that required controlled airspace to protect for this approach around Cranberry Township, PA. DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, June 5, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under title 1, Code of Federal Regulations, part 51, subject to the annual revision of FAA Order 7400.9 and publication of conforming amendments. Comments for inclusion in the Rules Docket must be received on or before March 31, 2008. ADDRESSES: Send comments on this rule to: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, West Building, Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Washington, DC 20590–0001; Telephone 1–800–647– 5527; Fax: 202–493–2251. You must identify the Docket Number FAA–2007– 0278; Airspace Docket No. 07–AEA–18, at the beginning of your comments. You may also submit and review received comments through the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov. You may review the public docket containing the rule, any comments received, and any final disposition in person in the Dockets Office (see ADDRESSES section for address and phone number) between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal Holidays. 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 Avenue, College Park, Georgia 30337. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Melinda Giddens, System Support Group, Eastern Service Center, Federal Aviation Administration, P.O. Box 20636, Atlanta, GA 30320; telephone (404) 305–5610. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Direct Final Rule Procedure The FAA anticipates that this regulation will not result in adverse or negative comments, and, therefore, issues it as a direct final rule. The FAA has determined that this rule only involves an established body of E:\FR\FM\14FER1.SGM 14FER1 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 31 / Thursday, February 14, 2008 / Rules and Regulations ebenthall on PRODPC61 with RULES technical regulations for which frequent and routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current. Unless a written adverse or negative comment or a written notice of intent to submit an adverse or negative comment is received within the comment period, the regulation will become effective on the date specified above. After the close of the comment period, the FAA will publish a document in the Federal Register indicating that no adverse or negative comments were received and confirming the effective date. If the FAA receives, within the comment period, an adverse or negative comment, or written notice of intent to submit such a comment, a document withdrawing the direct final rule will be published in the Federal Register, and a notice of proposed rulemaking may be published with a new comment period. Comments Invited Although this action is in the form of a direct final rule, and was not preceded by a notice of proposed rulemaking, interested persons are invited to comment on this rule by submitting such written data, views, or arguments as they may desire. An electronic copy of this document may be downloaded from and comments may be submitted and reviewed at https:// www.regulations.gov. Recently published rulemaking documents can also be accessed through the FAA’s Web page at https://www.faa.gov or the Federal Register’s Web page at https:// www.gpoaccess.gov/fr/. Communications should identify both docket numbers and be submitted in triplicate to the address specified under the caption ADDRESSES above or through the Web site. All communications received on or before the closing date for comments will be considered, and this rule may be amended or withdrawn in light of the comments received. Comments are specifically invited on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of the rule that might suggest a need to modify the rule. Factual information that supports the commenter’s ideas and suggestions is extremely helpful in evaluating the effectiveness of this action and determining whether additional rulemaking action would be needed. All comments submitted will be available, both before and after the closing date for comments, in the Rules Docket for examination by interested persons. Those wishing the FAA to acknowledge receipt of their comments submitted in response to this rule must submit a self-addressed, stamped postcard on which the following statement is made: ‘‘Comments to VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:28 Feb 13, 2008 Jkt 214001 Docket No. FAA–2007–0278; Airspace Docket No. 07–AEA–18.’’ The postcard will be date stamped and returned to the commenter. The Rule This amendment to Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 71 establishes Class E airspace at Cranberry Township, PA providing the controlled airspace required to support the new Copter Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) 304 Point in Space (PinS) approach developed for the UPMC Passavant-Cranberry Heliport. In today’s environment where speed of treatment for medical injuries is imperative, landing sites have been developed for helicopter medical Lifeguard flights or Lifeflights at the local hospitals. Controlled airspace extending upward from 700 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) is required for Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations and to encompass all Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs) to the extent practical. Therefore, the FAA is amending part 71 of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 71) to establish a 6-mile radius Class E5 airspace at Cranberry Township, PA. Designations for Class E airspace areas extending upward from 700 feet or more above the surface of the Earth are published in FAA Order 7400.9R, signed August 15, 2007 effective September 15, 2007, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class E designations listed in this document will be published subsequently in the Order. Agency Findings The regulations adopted herein will not have substantial direct effects on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among various levels of government. Therefore, it is determined that this final rule does not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. The FAA has determined that this regulation only involves an established body of technical regulations for which frequent and routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current, is non-controversial and unlikely to result in adverse or negative comments. 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 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 8597 routine matter that will only affect air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified that this 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. 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 establishes controlled airspace near the UPMC Passavant-Cranberry Heliport in Cranberry Township, PA. Lists of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71 Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (Air). Adoption of the Amendment: In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration amends 14 CFR part 71 as follows: I PART 71—DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D, AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS. 1. The authority citation for part 71 continues to read as follows: I Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g); 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959– 1963 Comp., p. 389. § 71.1 [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9R, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, signed August 15, 2007, effective September 15, 2007, is amended as follows: I Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace Areas Extending Upward from 700 feet or More Above the Surface of the Earth. * * * * * AEA PA E5 Cranberry Township, PA [NEW] UPMC Passavant-Cranberry Heliport (Lat. 40°41′01″ N., Long. 80°05′50″ W.) Point in Space Coordinates (Lat. 40°40′20″ N., Long. 80°05′10″ W.) That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface of the Earth within a E:\FR\FM\14FER1.SGM 14FER1 8598 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 31 / Thursday, February 14, 2008 / Rules and Regulations 6-mile radius of the Point in Space Coordinates (Lat. 40°40′20″ N., Long. 80°05′10″ W.) serving the UPMC PassavantCranberry Heliport. * * * * * Issued in College Park, Georgia, on January 30, 2008. Barry A. Knight, Acting Manager, System Support Group, Eastern Service Center. [FR Doc. 08–616 Filed 2–13–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–M DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 73 [Docket No. FAA–2008–0050; Airspace Docket No. 07–ASO–28] RIN 2120–AA66 Amendment of Using Agencies for Restricted Areas R–5303A, B, C; R– 5304A, B, C; and R–5306A, C, D, E; NC Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: SUMMARY: This action amends the using agencies for restricted areas R–5303A, B, and C, Camp Lejeune, NC; R–5304A, B, and C, Camp Lejeune, NC; and R– 5306A, C, D, and E, Cherry Point, NC, to reflect current organizational assignments and geographic responsibilities. This is an administrative change that does not alter the boundaries, designated altitudes, time of designation, or activities conducted within the restricted areas. DATES: Effective Date: 0901 UTC, April 10, 2008. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Paul Gallant, Airspace and Rules Group, Office of System Operations Airspace and AIM, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: ebenthall on PRODPC61 with RULES Background At the request of the U.S. Marine Corps, the FAA is amending 14 CFR part 73 to update the designated using agencies for restricted areas R–5303A, B, and C; R–5304A, B, and C; and R– 5306A, C, D, and E in North Carolina. This action is the result of organizational realignments by the Marine Corps. Section 73.53 of Title 14 CFR part 73 was republished in FAA Order 7400.8N, effective February 16, 2007. VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:28 Feb 13, 2008 Jkt 214001 The Rule This action amends the names of the using agencies for the above restricted areas to replace the title ‘‘Commanding General’’ with ‘‘Commanding Officer,’’ and reflect the current division of airspace responsibilities between Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, NC, and Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC. This is an administrative change to reflect current organizational titles and geographic responsibilities. The change does not alter the boundaries, designated altitudes, time of designation, or activities conducted within the restricted areas. Therefore, notice and public procedures under 5 U.S.C. 553(b) are unnecessary. The FAA has determined that this regulation only involves an established body of technical regulations for which frequent and routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current. Therefore, this regulation: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under Department of Transportation (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 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. 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 it amends restricted areas in North Carolina. Environmental Review The FAA has determined that this action qualifies for categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act in accordance with 311d., FAA Order 1050.1E, ‘‘Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures.’’ This airspace action is not expected to cause PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 any potentially significant environmental impacts, and no extraordinary circumstances exist that warrant preparation of an environmental assessment. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 73 Airspace, Prohibited areas, Restricted areas. Adoption of the Amendment In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration amends 14 CFR part 73 as follows: I PART 73—SPECIAL USE AIRSPACE 1. The authority citation for part 73 continues to read as follows: I Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959– 1963 Comp., p. 389. § 73.53 I * [Amended] 2. § 73.53 is amended as follows: * * * * R–5303A, R–5303B and R–5303C Camp Lejeune, NC [Amended] Under Using agency, by removing the words ‘‘USMC, Commanding General, U.S. Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, NC’’ and inserting the words ‘‘USMC, Commanding Officer, U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC.’’ * * * * * R–5304A, R–5304B and R–5304C Camp Lejeune, NC [Amended] Under Using agency, by removing the words ‘‘USMC, Commanding General, U.S. Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, NC’’ and inserting the words ‘‘USMC, Commanding Officer, U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC.’’ * * * * * R–5306A and R–5306C Cherry Point, NC [Amended] Under Using agency, by removing the words ‘‘Commanding General, U.S. Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, NC’’ and inserting the words ‘‘USMC, Commanding Officer, U.S. Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, NC.’’ R–5306D and R–5306E Cherry Point, NC [Amended] Under Using agency, by removing the words ‘‘Commanding General, U.S. Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, NC’’ and inserting the words ‘‘USMC, Commanding Officer, U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC.’’ * * * * * Issued in Washington, DC, on February 6, 2008. Ellen Crum, Acting Manager, Airspace and Rules Group. [FR Doc. E8–2758 Filed 2–13–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P E:\FR\FM\14FER1.SGM 14FER1

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[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 31 (Thursday, February 14, 2008)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 8596-8598]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 08-616]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Docket No. FAA-2007-0278; Airspace Docket No. 07-AEA-18]


Establishment of Class E Airspace; Cranberry Township, PA

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Direct final rule, request for comments.

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SUMMARY: This action establishes Class E Airspace at Cranberry 
Township, PA to support a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning 
System (GPS) Special Instrument Approach Procedure (IAP) that has been 
developed for medical flight operations into the University of 
Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Passavant-Cranberry Heliport. This 
action enhances the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rule 
(IFR) operations by providing that required controlled airspace to 
protect for this approach around Cranberry Township, PA.

DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, June 5, 2008. The Director of the Federal 
Register approves this incorporation by reference action under title 1, 
Code of Federal Regulations, part 51, subject to the annual revision of 
FAA Order 7400.9 and publication of conforming amendments. Comments for 
inclusion in the Rules Docket must be received on or before March 31, 
2008.

ADDRESSES: Send comments on this rule to: U.S. Department of 
Transportation, Docket Operations, West Building, Ground Floor, Room 
W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Washington, DC 20590-0001; 
Telephone 1-800-647-5527; Fax: 202-493-2251. You must identify the 
Docket Number FAA-2007-0278; Airspace Docket No. 07-AEA-18, at the 
beginning of your comments. You may also submit and review received 
comments through the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov.
    You may review the public docket containing the rule, any comments 
received, and any final disposition in person in the Dockets Office 
(see ADDRESSES section for address and phone number) between 9 a.m. and 
5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal Holidays.
    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 Avenue, College Park, Georgia 
30337.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Melinda Giddens, System Support Group, 
Eastern Service Center, Federal Aviation Administration, P.O. Box 
20636, Atlanta, GA 30320; telephone (404) 305-5610.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

The Direct Final Rule Procedure

    The FAA anticipates that this regulation will not result in adverse 
or negative comments, and, therefore, issues it as a direct final rule. 
The FAA has determined that this rule only involves an established body 
of

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technical regulations for which frequent and routine amendments are 
necessary to keep them operationally current. Unless a written adverse 
or negative comment or a written notice of intent to submit an adverse 
or negative comment is received within the comment period, the 
regulation will become effective on the date specified above. After the 
close of the comment period, the FAA will publish a document in the 
Federal Register indicating that no adverse or negative comments were 
received and confirming the effective date. If the FAA receives, within 
the comment period, an adverse or negative comment, or written notice 
of intent to submit such a comment, a document withdrawing the direct 
final rule will be published in the Federal Register, and a notice of 
proposed rulemaking may be published with a new comment period.

Comments Invited

    Although this action is in the form of a direct final rule, and was 
not preceded by a notice of proposed rulemaking, interested persons are 
invited to comment on this rule by submitting such written data, views, 
or arguments as they may desire. An electronic copy of this document 
may be downloaded from and comments may be submitted and reviewed at 
https://www.regulations.gov. Recently published rulemaking documents can 
also be accessed through the FAA's Web page at https://www.faa.gov or 
the Federal Register's Web page at https://www.gpoaccess.gov/fr/
index.html. Communications should identify both docket numbers and be 
submitted in triplicate to the address specified under the caption 
ADDRESSES above or through the Web site. All communications received on 
or before the closing date for comments will be considered, and this 
rule may be amended or withdrawn in light of the comments received.
    Comments are specifically invited on the overall regulatory, 
economic, environmental, and energy aspects of the rule that might 
suggest a need to modify the rule. Factual information that supports 
the commenter's ideas and suggestions is extremely helpful in 
evaluating the effectiveness of this action and determining whether 
additional rulemaking action would be needed. All comments submitted 
will be available, both before and after the closing date for comments, 
in the Rules Docket for examination by interested persons. Those 
wishing the FAA to acknowledge receipt of their comments submitted in 
response to this rule must submit a self-addressed, stamped postcard on 
which the following statement is made: ``Comments to Docket No. FAA-
2007-0278; Airspace Docket No. 07-AEA-18.'' The postcard will be date 
stamped and returned to the commenter.

The Rule

    This amendment to Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 
part 71 establishes Class E airspace at Cranberry Township, PA 
providing the controlled airspace required to support the new Copter 
Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) 304 Point in 
Space (PinS) approach developed for the UPMC Passavant-Cranberry 
Heliport. In today's environment where speed of treatment for medical 
injuries is imperative, landing sites have been developed for 
helicopter medical Lifeguard flights or Lifeflights at the local 
hospitals. Controlled airspace extending upward from 700 feet Above 
Ground Level (AGL) is required for Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) 
operations and to encompass all Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs) 
to the extent practical. Therefore, the FAA is amending part 71 of 
Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 71) to establish a 
6-mile radius Class E5 airspace at Cranberry Township, PA. Designations 
for Class E airspace areas extending upward from 700 feet or more above 
the surface of the Earth are published in FAA Order 7400.9R, signed 
August 15, 2007 effective September 15, 2007, which is incorporated by 
reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class E designations listed in this 
document will be published subsequently in the Order.

Agency Findings

    The regulations adopted herein will not have substantial direct 
effects on the States, on the relationship between the national 
government and the States, or on the distribution of power and 
responsibilities among various levels of government. Therefore, it is 
determined that this final rule does not have federalism implications 
under Executive Order 13132.
    The FAA has determined that this regulation only involves an 
established body of technical regulations for which frequent and 
routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current, is 
non-controversial and unlikely to result in adverse or negative 
comments. 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 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.
    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 establishes controlled airspace near the UPMC Passavant-Cranberry 
Heliport in Cranberry Township, PA.

Lists of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71

    Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (Air).

Adoption of the Amendment:

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In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration 
amends 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 part 71 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 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 7400.9R, Airspace Designations and Reporting 
Points, signed August 15, 2007, effective September 15, 2007, is 
amended as follows:

Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace Areas Extending Upward from 700 
feet or More Above the Surface of the Earth.

* * * * *

AEA PA E5 Cranberry Township, PA [NEW]

UPMC Passavant-Cranberry Heliport
    (Lat. 40[deg]41[min]01[sec] N., Long. 80[deg]05[min]50[sec] W.)
Point in Space Coordinates
    (Lat. 40[deg]40[min]20[sec] N., Long. 80[deg]05[min]10[sec] W.)

    That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface 
of the Earth within a

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6-mile radius of the Point in Space Coordinates (Lat. 
40[deg]40[min]20[sec] N., Long. 80[deg]05[min]10[sec] W.) serving 
the UPMC Passavant-Cranberry Heliport.
* * * * *

    Issued in College Park, Georgia, on January 30, 2008.
Barry A. Knight,
Acting Manager, System Support Group, Eastern Service Center.
[FR Doc. 08-616 Filed 2-13-08; 8:45 am]
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