Establishment of Low Altitude Area Navigation Routes (T-Routes); St. Louis, MO, 14680-14681 [E8-5370]

Download as PDF 14680 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 54 / Wednesday, March 19, 2008 / Rules and Regulations rfrederick on PROD1PC67 with RULES known as Class E5 airspace, extending upward from 700 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) is required to encompass all Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs) to the extent practical and for general Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) operations. The FAA is amending part 71 Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR part 71), by establishing a 6-mile radius Class E5 airspace area around the Point in Space Missed Approach Point (MAP), ZERGU Waypoint, that serves the Susquehanna High School in Susquehanna, 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 part 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 VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:13 Mar 18, 2008 Jkt 214001 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 Susquehanna High School in Susquehanna, 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 * * Susquehanna, PA [New] Susquehanna High School (Lat. 41°56′59″ N., long. 75°35′20″ W.) ZERGU Waypoint (Lat. 41°58′11″ N., long. 75°35′17″ W.) That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface of the Earth within a 6-mile radius of the ZERGU Waypoint serving the Susquehanna High School. * * * * * Issued in College Park, Georgia, on February 25, 2008. Mark D. Ward, Manager, System Support Group, Eastern Service Center. [FR Doc. E8–5167 Filed 3–18–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–M PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2007–0060; Airspace Docket No. 07–ACE–1] Establishment of Low Altitude Area Navigation Routes (T-Routes); St. Louis, MO Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: SUMMARY: This action establishes two low altitude Area Navigation (RNAV) routes, designated T–251 and T–272, in the St. Louis, MO, terminal area. Troutes are low altitude Air Traffic Service routes, based on RNAV, for use by aircraft that have instrument flight rules (IFR)-approved Global Positioning System (GPS)/Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) equipment. Minor changes to the coordinates for the RIVRS, IL, Intersection and the Foristell, MO, VORTAC have been made to correct rounding errors. The FAA is taking this action to enhance safety and improve the efficient use of the navigable airspace in the St. Louis, MO, terminal area. DATES: Effective Date: 0901 UTC, June 5, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under 1 CFR part 51, subject to the annual revision of FAA Order 7400.9 and publication of conforming amendments. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Steve Rohring, 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: History On November 29, 2007, the FAA published in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking (72 FR 67588) to establish two low altitude Area Navigation (RNAV) routes, designated T–251 and T–272, in the St. Louis, MO, terminal area. Interested parties were invited to participate in this rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on the proposal. No comments were received objecting to the proposal. Low altitude RNAV routes are published in paragraph 6011 of FAA Order 7400.9R signed August 15, 2007 and effective on September 15, 2007, which is incorporated by reference in 14 E:\FR\FM\19MRR1.SGM 19MRR1 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 54 / Wednesday, March 19, 2008 / Rules and Regulations CFR 71.1. The low altitude RNAV routes listed in this document will be published subsequently in that Order. The Rule This action amends Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 71 to establish two low altitude RNAV routes, T–251 and T–272, in the St. Louis, MO, terminal area. These T-routes for use by GPS/GNSS-equipped aircraft enhance safety and facilitate the more flexible and efficient use of the navigable airspace for en route IFR operations transitioning through and around the St. Louis Class B airspace area. 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 14681 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 establishes low altitude Area Navigation routes (T-routes) at St. Louis, MO. extraordinary circumstances exist that warrant preparation of an environmental assessment. Environmental Review The FAA has determined that this action qualifies for categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act in accordance with FAA Order 1050.1E, ‘‘Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures,’’ paragraph 311a, 311b, and 311k. This airspace action is not expected to cause any potentially significant environmental impacts, and no § 71.1 T–251 Farmington, MO to RIVRS, IL [New] Farmington, Mo (Fam) .................................. Vortac ............................................................ Foristell, Mo (Ftz) ......................................... Vortac ............................................................ Rivrs, Il .......................................................... Int ................................................................... List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71 Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air). 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. [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order 7400.R, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, signed August 15, 2007 and effective September 15, 2007, is amended as follows: I Paragraph 6011 United States Area Navigation Routes. * * * * * (Lat. 37°40′24″ N., long. 90°14′03″ W.) (Lat. 38°41′40″ N., long. 90°58′16″ W.) (Lat. 39°25′21″ N., long. 90°55′57″ W.) * * * * * * * T–272 Hallsville, MO to Vandalia, IL [New] Hallsville, Mo (Hlv) ...................................... Vortac ............................................................ (Lat. 39°06′49″ N., long. 92°07′42″ W.) Vandalia, Il (Vla) ........................................... Vortac ............................................................ (Lat. 39°05′37″ N., long. 89°09′45″ W.) * * * * * DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Issued in Washington, DC, on March 12, 2008. Ellen Crum, Acting Manager, Airspace and Rules Group. [FR Doc. E8–5370 Filed 3–18–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 97 [Docket No. 30598; Amdt. No. 3261] Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. rfrederick on PROD1PC67 with RULES AGENCY: 15:13 Mar 18, 2008 Jkt 214001 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 This rule is effective March 19, 2008. The compliance date for each SIAP, associated Takeoff Minimums, and ODP is specified in the amendatory provisions. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulations is approved by the Directory DATES: SUMMARY: This rule establishes, amends, suspends, or revokes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures for operations at certain VerDate Aug<31>2005 airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, adding new obstacles, or changing air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports. E:\FR\FM\19MRR1.SGM 19MRR1

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[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 54 (Wednesday, March 19, 2008)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 14680-14681]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E8-5370]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Docket No. FAA-2007-0060; Airspace Docket No. 07-ACE-1]


Establishment of Low Altitude Area Navigation Routes (T-Routes); 
St. Louis, MO

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: This action establishes two low altitude Area Navigation 
(RNAV) routes, designated T-251 and T-272, in the St. Louis, MO, 
terminal area. T-routes are low altitude Air Traffic Service routes, 
based on RNAV, for use by aircraft that have instrument flight rules 
(IFR)-approved Global Positioning System (GPS)/Global Navigation 
Satellite System (GNSS) equipment. Minor changes to the coordinates for 
the RIVRS, IL, Intersection and the Foristell, MO, VORTAC have been 
made to correct rounding errors. The FAA is taking this action to 
enhance safety and improve the efficient use of the navigable airspace 
in the St. Louis, MO, terminal area.

DATES: Effective Date: 0901 UTC, June 5, 2008. The Director of the 
Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under 
1 CFR part 51, subject to the annual revision of FAA Order 7400.9 and 
publication of conforming amendments.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Steve Rohring, 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: 

History

    On November 29, 2007, the FAA published in the Federal Register a 
notice of proposed rulemaking (72 FR 67588) to establish two low 
altitude Area Navigation (RNAV) routes, designated T-251 and T-272, in 
the St. Louis, MO, terminal area. Interested parties were invited to 
participate in this rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on 
the proposal. No comments were received objecting to the proposal.
    Low altitude RNAV routes are published in paragraph 6011 of FAA 
Order 7400.9R signed August 15, 2007 and effective on September 15, 
2007, which is incorporated by reference in 14

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CFR 71.1. The low altitude RNAV routes listed in this document will be 
published subsequently in that Order.

The Rule

    This action amends Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 
part 71 to establish two low altitude RNAV routes, T-251 and T-272, in 
the St. Louis, MO, terminal area. These T-routes for use by GPS/GNSS-
equipped aircraft enhance safety and facilitate the more flexible and 
efficient use of the navigable airspace for en route IFR operations 
transitioning through and around the St. Louis Class B airspace area.
    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 establishes low altitude Area Navigation routes (T-routes) at St. 
Louis, MO.

Environmental Review

    The FAA has determined that this action qualifies for categorical 
exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act in accordance 
with FAA Order 1050.1E, ``Environmental Impacts: Policies and 
Procedures,'' paragraph 311a, 311b, and 311k. This airspace action is 
not expected to cause any potentially significant environmental 
impacts, and no extraordinary circumstances exist that warrant 
preparation of an environmental assessment.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71

    Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air).

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 FAA Order 7400.R, 
Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, signed August 15, 2007 and 
effective September 15, 2007, is amended as follows:

Paragraph 6011 United States Area Navigation Routes.

* * * * *

T-251 Farmington, MO to RIVRS, IL [New]
 
Farmington, Mo (Fam)........  Vortac..............  (Lat. 37[deg]40'24'' N., long. 90[deg]14'03'' W.)
Foristell, Mo (Ftz).........  Vortac..............  (Lat. 38[deg]41'40'' N., long. 90[deg]58'16'' W.)
Rivrs, Il...................  Int.................  (Lat. 39[deg]25'21'' N., long. 90[deg]55'57'' W.)
 
 
                                                  * * * * * * *
 
T-272 Hallsville, MO to Vandalia, IL [New]
 
Hallsville, Mo (Hlv)........  Vortac..............  (Lat. 39[deg]06'49'' N., long. 92[deg]07'42'' W.)
Vandalia, Il (Vla)..........  Vortac..............  (Lat. 39[deg]05'37'' N., long. 89[deg]09'45'' W.)
 

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    Issued in Washington, DC, on March 12, 2008.
Ellen Crum,
Acting Manager, Airspace and Rules Group.
 [FR Doc. E8-5370 Filed 3-18-08; 8:45 am]
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