Amendment of Class D and Class E Airspace; Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX, 17388-17389 [E9-8576]

Download as PDF 17388 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 71 / Wednesday, April 15, 2009 / Rules and Regulations Other FAA AD Provisions PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new AD: ■ 2009–08–09 EADS SOCATA: Amendment 39–15882; Docket No. FAA–2009–0124; Directorate Identifier 2009–CE–004–AD. Effective Date (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective May 20, 2009. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to TBM 700 airplanes, serial numbers 434 through 478, certificated in any category. Subject (d) Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Code 92: Wiring Elements. rwilkins on PROD1PC63 with RULES Reason (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) states: A damaged wiring harness which caused the air conditioning system circuit breaker to trip and evidencing a local overheating has been found on an in-service aircraft. The investigation revealed that the damage (chafed wires) found on the wiring harness resulted from an interference with the underfloor attachment fittings of the cabin partition net which was due to an incorrect routing of the harness while on the production line. Such conditions could result in an electrical short and potential loss of several functions essential for the safety of flight. For the reason stated above, this AD mandates inspection of the electrical wiring harness, and if necessary a rework of its routing. Actions and Compliance (f) Unless already done, do the following actions: (1) Within the next 100 hours time-inservice after May 20, 2009 (the effective date of this AD) or within the next 12 months after May 20, 2009 (the effective date of this AD), whichever occurs first, inspect the electrical wiring harness at frame C14 and between frames C16 and C17 for wire chafing and incorrect routing following EADS SOCATA Mandatory Service Bulletin SB 70–163, dated November 2008. (2) If any wire chafing and/or incorrect routing are found, before further flight, repair and reroute the electrical harness following EADS SOCATA Mandatory Service Bulletin SB 70–163, dated November 2008. FAA AD Differences Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/ or service information as follows: No differences. VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:06 Apr 14, 2009 Jkt 217001 (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, Standards Office, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Albert Mercado, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–4119; fax: (816) 329– 4090. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local FSDO. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120–0056. Related Information (h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD No.: 2009–0006, dated January 13, 2009; and EADS SOCATA Mandatory Service Bulletin SB 70–163, dated November 2008, for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use EADS SOCATA Mandatory Service Bulletin SB 70–163, dated November 2008, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this service information under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact SOCATA AIRCRAFT, INC., North Perry Airport, 7501 South Airport Rd., Pembrokes Pines, FL 33023; telephone: (954) 893–1400; fax: (954) 964–4141; Internet: https://mysocata.com. (3) You may review copies of the service information incorporated by reference for this AD at the FAA, Central Region, Office of the Regional Counsel, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the Central Region, call (816) 329–3768. (4) You may also review copies of the service information incorporated by reference for this AD at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call (202) 741–6030, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal_register/ code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.html. PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on April 3, 2009. John R. Colomy, Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9–8527 Filed 4–14–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2008–1140; Airspace Docket No. 08–ASW–24] Amendment of Class D and Class E Airspace; Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. SUMMARY: This action amends the geographic coordinates of the Class D and E Airspace areas for Corpus Christi Naval Air Station (NAS)/Truax Field, Corpus Christi, TX. The FAA’s National Aeronautical Charting Office is requesting this action to enhance the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) aircraft operations at Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field. DATES: Effective Date: 0901 UTC, May 7, 2009. 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: Scott Enander, Central Service Center, Operations Support Group, Federal Aviation Administration, Southwest Region, 2601 Meacham Blvd, Ft Worth, TX 76193–0530; telephone (817) 321– 7716. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: History On November 26, 2008, the FAA published in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking to amend the geographic coordinates of the Class D and E Airspace areas for Corpus Christi Naval Air Station (NAS)/Truax Field, Corpus Christi, TX. (73 FR 71966, Docket No. FAA–2008–1140). Interested parties were invited to participate in this rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on the proposal to the FAA. No comments were received. Class D airspace designations are published in paragraph 5000 of FAA Order 7400.9S signed October 3, 2008, and effective October 31, 2008, which is incorporated E:\FR\FM\15APR1.SGM 15APR1 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 71 / Wednesday, April 15, 2009 / Rules and Regulations by reference in 14 CFR Part 71.1. Class E airspace designations are published in paragraph 6004 of FAA Order 7400.9S signed October 3, 2008, and effective October 31, 2008, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR Part 71.1. The Class D and Class E airspace designations listed in this document will be published subsequently in the Order. ■ The Rule § 71.1 This action amends Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 71 by amending the geographic coordinates of the Class D and E Airspace areas for Corpus Christi Naval Air Station (NAS)/ Truax Field, Corpus Christi, TX. 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 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 U.S. Code. Subtitle 1, 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 amends controlled airspace at Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, Corpus Christi, TX. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71 rwilkins on PROD1PC63 with RULES 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: ■ VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:06 Apr 14, 2009 Jkt 217001 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 14 CFR 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. [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR part 71.1 of the Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9S, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, signed October 3, 2008, and effective October 31, 2008, is amended as follows: ■ Paragraph 5000 Class D Airspace. * * * * * ASW TX D Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX [Amended] Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX (Lat. 27°41′34″ N., long. 97°17′25″ W.) That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 2,500 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field; excluding that airspace within the Corpus Christi International Airport, TX, Class C 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 Airport/Facility Directory. Paragraph 6002 Class E airspace designated as surface areas. * * * * * ASW TX E2 Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX [Amended] Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX (Lat. 27°41′34″ N., long. 97°17′25″ W.) That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 2,500 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field; excluding that airspace within the Corpus Christi International Airport, TX, Class C airspace area. This Class E 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 Airport/Facility Directory. Paragraph 6004 Class E airspace areas designated as an extension to a Class D surface area. * * * * * ASW TX E4 Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX [Amended] Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX (Lat. 27°41′34″ N., long. 97°17′25″ W.) Corpus Christi VORTAC (Lat. 27°54′14″ N., long. 97°26′42″ W.) Truax VORTAC (Lat. 27°41′11″ N., long. 97°17′41″ W.) That airspace extending upward from the surface within 1.3 miles each side of the 012° PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 17389 radial of the Truax VORTAC extending from the 4.3-mile radius of Corpus Christi NAS/ Truax Field to 5 miles north of the airport and within 2.1 miles each side of the 119° radial of the Truax VORTAC extending from the 4.3-mile radius to 6.2 miles southeast of the airport and within 2.3 miles each side of the 147° radial of the Corpus Christi VORTAC extending from the 4.3-mile radius of the airport to 6.3 miles southeast of the airport and within 2.1 miles each side of the 329° radial of the Truax VORTAC extending from the 4.3-mile radius of the airport to 6.2 miles northwest of the airport; excluding that airspace within the Corpus Christi International Airport, TX, Class C airspace area. * * * * * Issued in Fort Worth, TX, on April 2, 2009. Anthony D. Roetzel, Manager, Operations Support Group, ATO Central Service Center. [FR Doc. E9–8576 Filed 4–14–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2008–1229; Airspace Docket No. 08–ASW–26] Amendment of Class E Airspace; Natchitoches, LA AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. SUMMARY: This action amends Class E airspace at Natchitoches, LA. Additional controlled airspace is necessary to accommodate Area Navigation (RNAV) Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAP) at Natchitoches Regional Airport, Natchitoches, LA. The FAA is taking this action to enhance the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) operations at Natchitoches Regional Airport. DATES: Effective Date: 0901 UTC, July 2, 2009. 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: Scott Enander, Central Service Center, Operations Support Group, Federal Aviation Administration, Southwest Region, 2601 Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76193–0530; telephone (817) 321–7716. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: E:\FR\FM\15APR1.SGM 15APR1

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[Federal Register Volume 74, Number 71 (Wednesday, April 15, 2009)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 17388-17389]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E9-8576]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Docket No. FAA-2008-1140; Airspace Docket No. 08-ASW-24]


Amendment of Class D and Class E Airspace; Corpus Christi NAS/
Truax Field, TX

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: This action amends the geographic coordinates of the Class D 
and E Airspace areas for Corpus Christi Naval Air Station (NAS)/Truax 
Field, Corpus Christi, TX. The FAA's National Aeronautical Charting 
Office is requesting this action to enhance the safety and management 
of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) aircraft operations at Corpus Christi 
NAS/Truax Field.

DATES: Effective Date: 0901 UTC, May 7, 2009. 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: Scott Enander, Central Service Center, 
Operations Support Group, Federal Aviation Administration, Southwest 
Region, 2601 Meacham Blvd, Ft Worth, TX 76193-0530; telephone (817) 
321-7716.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

History

    On November 26, 2008, the FAA published in the Federal Register a 
notice of proposed rulemaking to amend the geographic coordinates of 
the Class D and E Airspace areas for Corpus Christi Naval Air Station 
(NAS)/Truax Field, Corpus Christi, TX. (73 FR 71966, Docket No. FAA-
2008-1140). Interested parties were invited to participate in this 
rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on the proposal to the 
FAA. No comments were received. Class D airspace designations are 
published in paragraph 5000 of FAA Order 7400.9S signed October 3, 
2008, and effective October 31, 2008, which is incorporated

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by reference in 14 CFR Part 71.1. Class E airspace designations are 
published in paragraph 6004 of FAA Order 7400.9S signed October 3, 
2008, and effective October 31, 2008, which is incorporated by 
reference in 14 CFR Part 71.1. The Class D and Class E airspace 
designations listed in this document will be published subsequently in 
the Order.

The Rule

    This action amends Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 
Part 71 by amending the geographic coordinates of the Class D and E 
Airspace areas for Corpus Christi Naval Air Station (NAS)/Truax Field, 
Corpus Christi, TX.
    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 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 U.S. Code. Subtitle 1, 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 amends controlled airspace at Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, 
Corpus Christi, TX.

List 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 14 CFR 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 part 71.1 of the Federal 
Aviation Administration Order 7400.9S, Airspace Designations and 
Reporting Points, signed October 3, 2008, and effective October 31, 
2008, is amended as follows:

Paragraph 5000 Class D Airspace.

* * * * *

ASW TX D Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX [Amended]

Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX
    (Lat. 27[deg]41'34'' N., long. 97[deg]17'25'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
2,500 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of Corpus Christi NAS/Truax 
Field; excluding that airspace within the Corpus Christi 
International Airport, TX, Class C 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 Airport/
Facility Directory.

Paragraph 6002 Class E airspace designated as surface areas.

* * * * *

ASW TX E2 Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX [Amended]

Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX
    (Lat. 27[deg]41'34'' N., long. 97[deg]17'25'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
2,500 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of Corpus Christi NAS/Truax 
Field; excluding that airspace within the Corpus Christi 
International Airport, TX, Class C airspace area. This Class E 
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 Airport/
Facility Directory.

Paragraph 6004 Class E airspace areas designated as an extension to 
a Class D surface area.

* * * * *

ASW TX E4 Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX [Amended]

Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field, TX
    (Lat. 27[deg]41'34'' N., long. 97[deg]17'25'' W.)
Corpus Christi VORTAC
    (Lat. 27[deg]54'14'' N., long. 97[deg]26'42'' W.)
Truax VORTAC
    (Lat. 27[deg]41'11'' N., long. 97[deg]17'41'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within 1.3 miles 
each side of the 012[deg] radial of the Truax VORTAC extending from 
the 4.3-mile radius of Corpus Christi NAS/Truax Field to 5 miles 
north of the airport and within 2.1 miles each side of the 119[deg] 
radial of the Truax VORTAC extending from the 4.3-mile radius to 6.2 
miles southeast of the airport and within 2.3 miles each side of the 
147[deg] radial of the Corpus Christi VORTAC extending from the 4.3-
mile radius of the airport to 6.3 miles southeast of the airport and 
within 2.1 miles each side of the 329[deg] radial of the Truax 
VORTAC extending from the 4.3-mile radius of the airport to 6.2 
miles northwest of the airport; excluding that airspace within the 
Corpus Christi International Airport, TX, Class C airspace area.
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    Issued in Fort Worth, TX, on April 2, 2009.
Anthony D. Roetzel,
Manager, Operations Support Group, ATO Central Service Center.
 [FR Doc. E9-8576 Filed 4-14-09; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

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