Revocation of Class E Airspace; Lloydsville, PA, and Amendment of Class D and E Airspace; Latrobe, PA, 42430-42432 [2012-17469]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 71
[Docket No. FAA–2012–0155; Airspace
Docket No. 12–ASW–1]
Establishment of Class E Airspace;
West Memphis, AR
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
This action establishes Class
E airspace at West Memphis, AR.
Separation of existing Class E airspace
surrounding West Memphis Municipal
Airport from the Class E airspace of
Memphis International Airport,
Memphis, TN, has made this action
necessary to enhance the safety and
management of Instrument Flight Rules
(IFR) operations at the airport.
DATES: Effective date: 0901 UTC,
September 20, 2012. 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 76137; telephone 817–321–
7716.
SUMMARY:
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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History
On March 26, 2012, the FAA
published in the Federal Register a
notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM)
to establish Class E airspace for the West
Memphis, AR, area, creating controlled
airspace at West Memphis Municipal
Airport (77 FR 17363) Docket No. FAA–
2012–0155. 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 E
airspace designations are published in
paragraph 6005 of FAA Order 7400.9V
dated August 9, 2011, and effective
September 15, 2011, which is
incorporated by reference in 14 CFR
71.1. The 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
establishing Class E airspace extending
upward from 700 feet above the surface
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at West Memphis, AR, to accommodate
the separation of existing Class E
airspace surrounding West Memphis
Municipal Airport from the Class E
airspace area of Memphis International
Airport, Memphis, TN. The amendment
for the existing Class E airspace
surrounding Memphis International
Airport, Memphis, TN, is
simultaneously coordinated with this
action. Controlled airspace is needed for
the safety and management of IFR
operations at the airport.
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 establishes
controlled airspace at West Memphis
Municipal Airport, West Memphis, AR.
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. 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.
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List 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:
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.
§ 71.1
[Amended]
2. The incorporation by reference in
14 CFR 71.1 of the Federal Aviation
Administration Order 7400.9V, Airspace
Designations and Reporting Points,
dated August 9, 2011, and effective
September 15, 2011, is amended as
follows:
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Paragraph 6005 Class E airspace areas
extending upward from 700 feet or more
above the surface.
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ASW AR E5 West Memphis, AR [New]
West Memphis Municipal Airport, AR
(Lat. 35°08′06″ N., long. 90°14′04″ W.)
That airspace extending upward from 700
feet above the surface within a 6.5-mile
radius of West Memphis Municipal Airport.
Issued in Fort Worth, Texas, on June 13,
2012.
David P. Medina,
Manager, Operations Support Group, ATO
Central Service Center.
[FR Doc. 2012–17362 Filed 7–18–12; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 71
[Docket No. FAA–2012–0301; Airspace
Docket No. 12–AEA–3]
Revocation of Class E Airspace;
Lloydsville, PA, and Amendment of
Class D and E Airspace; Latrobe, PA
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
This action removes Class E
airspace listed at Lloydsville, PA, for
Latrobe Hospital Heliport (old name),
and incorporates Excela Health Latrobe
Hospital Heliport (new name) onto Class
SUMMARY:
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E airspace at Latrobe, PA. Also, this
action amends Class D and E airspace at
Latrobe, PA, as new Standard
Instrument Approach Procedures have
been developed at Arnold Palmer
Regional Airport. The geographic
coordinates for both the heliport and the
airport are updated. This action
enhances the safety and airspace
management of Instrument Flight Rules
(IFR) operations in the Latrobe, PA,
area. This action also recognizes the
airport name change to Arnold Palmer
Regional Airport.
DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, September
20, 2012. 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.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: John
Fornito, Operations Support Group,
Eastern Service Center, Federal Aviation
Administration, P.O. Box 20636,
Atlanta, Georgia 30320; telephone (404)
305–6364.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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History
On May 11, 2012, the FAA published
in the Federal Register a notice of
proposed rulemaking to remove Class E
airspace in the Lloydsville, PA, and
amend Class D and E airspace in
Latrobe, PA (77 FR 27667). 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 and E airspace designations are
published in Paragraphs 5000, 6004,
and 6005, respectively, of FAA Order
7400.9V, dated August 9, 2011, and
effective September 15, 2011, which is
incorporated by reference in 14 CFR
71.1. The Class D and E airspace
designation listed in this document will
be published subsequently in the Order.
The Rule
This amendment to Title 14, Code of
Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 71
removes Class E airspace extending
upward from 700 feet above the surface
in Lloydsville, PA, for Latrobe Hospital
Heliport, and incorporate Excela Health
Latrobe Hospital Heliport, formerly
Latrobe Hospital Heliport, into existing
Class E airspace extending upward from
700 feet above the surface, at Latrobe,
PA. Class D airspace, Class E surface
airspace, and Class E airspace extending
upward from 700 feet above the surface
are amended to support new standard
instrument approach procedures at
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport,
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Latrobe, PA, formerly Westmoreland
County Airport. The geographic
coordinates for the heliport and the
airport are adjusted to coincide with the
FAA’s aeronautical database.
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 removes controlled airspace In
Lloydsville, PA and amends controlled
airspace in Latrobe, PA.
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. 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.
Lists of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71
Airspace, Incorporation by reference,
Navigation (Air).
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Adoption of the Amendment
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
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.
§ 71.1
[Amended]
2. The incorporation by reference in
14 CFR 71.1 of Federal Aviation
Administration Order 7400.9V, Airspace
Designations and Reporting Points,
dated August 9, 2011, effective
September 15, 2011, is amended as
follows:
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Paragraph 5000
Class D airspace.
AEA PA D Latrobe, PA [Amended]
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Latrobe, PA
(Lat. 40°16′29″ N., long. 79°24′24″ W.)
That airspace extending upward from the
surface to and including 3,700 feet MSL
within a 5-mile radius of Arnold Palmer
Regional Airport. 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 6004 Class E Airspace
Designated as an Extension to a Class D
Surface Area.
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*
*
AEA PA E4 Latrobe, PA [Amended]
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Latrobe, PA
(Lat. 40°16′2″ N., long. 79°24′24″ W.)
That airspace extending upward from the
surface of Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
within the 045° bearing from the airport
clockwise to the 210° bearing, extending from
the 5-mile radius of the airport to 10 miles
southwest. This Class E airspace area shall be
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 6005 Class E airspace areas
extending upward from 700 feet or more
above the surface of the earth.
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AEA PA E5
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*
Lloydsville, PA [Removed]
AEA PA E5 Latrobe, PA [Amended]
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Latrobe, PA
Lat. 40°16′29″ N., long. 79°24′24″ W.)
Excela Health Latrobe Hospital Heliport
(Lat. 40°19′13″ N., long. 79°23′37″ W.)
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That airspace extending upward from 700
feet above the surface within a 12-mile radius
of Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, and
within a 6-mile radius of Excela Health
Latrobe Hospital Heliport.
Issued in College Park, Georgia, on July 9,
2012.
Barry A. Knight,
Manager, Operations Support Group Eastern
Service Center, Air Traffic Organization.
[FR Doc. 2012–17469 Filed 7–18–12; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
SECURITY
Coast Guard
33 CFR Part 117
[Docket No. USCG–2012–0601]
Drawbridge Operation Regulations;
Niantic River, Niantic, CT
Coast Guard, DHS.
ACTION: Notice of temporary deviation
from regulations.
AGENCY:
The Commander, First Coast
Guard District, has issued a temporary
deviation from the regulation governing
the operation of the Amtrak Railroad
Bridge across the Niantic River, mile
0.0, at Niantic, Connecticut. The
deviation allows the bridge to remain in
the closed position for a 48 hour period
and for periodic overnight closures to
facilitate pier alignment and completion
of work on machinery and the lift span.
DATES: This deviation is effective from
9 p.m. on July 15, 2012 through 6 a.m.
on August 22, 2012.
ADDRESSES: Documents mentioned in
this preamble as being available in the
docket are part of docket USCG–2012–
0601 and are available online at
www.regulations.gov, inserting USCG–
2012–0601 in the ‘‘Keyword’’ and then
clicking ‘‘Search’’. They are also
available for inspection or copying at
the Docket Management Facility (M–30),
U.S. Department of Transportation,
West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If
you have questions on this rule, call or
email Ms. Judy Leung-Yee, Project
Officer, First Coast Guard District,
telephone (212) 668–7165, email
judy.k.leung-yee@uscg.mil. If you have
questions on viewing the docket, call
Renee V. Wright, Program Manager,
Docket Operations, telephone 202–366–
9826.
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The
Amtrak Railroad Bridge, across the
Niantic River, mile 0.0, at Niantic,
Connecticut, has a vertical clearance in
the closed position of 16 feet at mean
high water. The drawbridge operation
regulations are listed at 33 CFR
117.215(a).
The waterway users are recreational
vessels and seasonal fishing boats.
The operator of the bridge, National
Passenger Railroad Corporation
(Amtrak), requested a temporary
deviation from the regulations to
facilitate pier alignment and completion
of machinery installation at the new
Niantic River RR Bridge.
The Coast Guard previously issued a
temporary deviation to Amtrak dated
May 2, 2012, USCG–2012–0305, to
allow the bridge to remain in the closed
position during the hours of 11 p.m.
until 6 a.m., Monday through Thursday,
beginning May 15, 2012 until August
15, 2012 in order to facilitate
completion of machinery installation
and lift span work at the new railroad
bridge. However, in May 2012, the
contractor discovered a minor shift in
the bascule pier, causing a misalignment
of the new bridge.
Until the pier alignment problem is
resolved, the work anticipated to be
completed during the closures
authorized under the May 2, 2012
temporary deviation cannot be done.
In order to complete all the remaining
work and correct the pier alignment
problem a 48 hour bridge closure from
9 p.m. July 15 to 9 p.m. July 17, 2012
was determined to be necessary and the
best time to conduct work in order to
bring the bridge into proper alignment.
Once the alignment is completed
machinery installation and lift span
work may continue.
This scenario was presented to the
Amtrak Annual Boaters Meeting on June
7, 2012. The waterway users and Sector
Long Island Sound have all concurred
with the bridge closure period as the
optimal time for the closure so that
completion of the bridge replacement
project is not impacted. Additionally,
periodic overnight closures with the
possibility of two openings after
advance notice was agreed upon.
Under this temporary deviation the
Amtrak Railroad Bridge may remain in
the closed position from 9 p.m. on
July 15, 2012 through 9 p.m. on July 17,
2012. In addition, the bridge may
remain in the closed position during the
hours of 10 p.m. until 6 a.m., Sunday
through Wednesday, each week
beginning July 22, 2012 until August 22,
2012 except that openings will be
granted at midnight and 4:30 a.m. with
a 2 hour advance notice. This schedule
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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will be published in the Local Notice to
Mariners, and via broadcast notice to
mariners as necessary.
Vessels that can pass under the bridge
in the closed position may do so at all
times.
The waterway users were advised of
the requested bridge closure and offered
no objection.
In accordance with 33 CFR 117.35(e),
the bridge must return to its regular
operating schedule immediately at the
end of the designated time periods. This
deviation from the operating regulations
is authorized under 33 CFR 117.35.
Dated: July 9, 2012.
Gary Kassof,
Bridge Program Manager, First Coast Guard
District.
[FR Doc. 2012–17579 Filed 7–18–12; 8:45 am]
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SECURITY
Coast Guard
33 CFR Part 117
[Docket No. USCG–2012–0305]
Drawbridge Operation Regulations;
Niantic River, Niantic, CT
Coast Guard, DHS.
Notice canceling temporary
deviation from regulations.
AGENCY:
ACTION:
The Coast Guard is canceling
the temporary deviation published on
May 2, 2012 (77 FR 25889) concerning
the operation of the Amtrak Railroad
Bridge across the Niantic River, mile
0.0, at Niantic, Connecticut.
DATES: The temporary deviation
published on May 2, 2012 (77 FR 25889)
is cancelled as of July 14, 2012.
ADDRESSES: The docket for this
cancelled deviation is available for
inspection or copying at the Docket
Management Facility (M–30), U.S.
Department of Transportation, West
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays. You may also
find this docket on the Internet by going
to https://www.regulations.gov, inserting
USCG–2012–0305 in the ‘‘Keyword’’
box and then clicking ‘‘Search’’.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms.
Judy Leung-Yee, Project Officer, First
Coast Guard District, telephone (212)
668–7165, email judy.k.leungyee@uscg.mil.
SUMMARY:
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 71
[Docket No. FAA-2012-0301; Airspace Docket No. 12-AEA-3]
Revocation of Class E Airspace; Lloydsville, PA, and Amendment of
Class D and E Airspace; Latrobe, PA
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: This action removes Class E airspace listed at Lloydsville,
PA, for Latrobe Hospital Heliport (old name), and incorporates Excela
Health Latrobe Hospital Heliport (new name) onto Class
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E airspace at Latrobe, PA. Also, this action amends Class D and E
airspace at Latrobe, PA, as new Standard Instrument Approach Procedures
have been developed at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport. The geographic
coordinates for both the heliport and the airport are updated. This
action enhances the safety and airspace management of Instrument Flight
Rules (IFR) operations in the Latrobe, PA, area. This action also
recognizes the airport name change to Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, September 20, 2012. 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.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: John Fornito, Operations Support
Group, Eastern Service Center, Federal Aviation Administration, P.O.
Box 20636, Atlanta, Georgia 30320; telephone (404) 305-6364.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
History
On May 11, 2012, the FAA published in the Federal Register a notice
of proposed rulemaking to remove Class E airspace in the Lloydsville,
PA, and amend Class D and E airspace in Latrobe, PA (77 FR 27667).
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 and E airspace designations are
published in Paragraphs 5000, 6004, and 6005, respectively, of FAA
Order 7400.9V, dated August 9, 2011, and effective September 15, 2011,
which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class D and E
airspace designation listed in this document will be published
subsequently in the Order.
The Rule
This amendment to Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR)
part 71 removes Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above
the surface in Lloydsville, PA, for Latrobe Hospital Heliport, and
incorporate Excela Health Latrobe Hospital Heliport, formerly Latrobe
Hospital Heliport, into existing Class E airspace extending upward from
700 feet above the surface, at Latrobe, PA. Class D airspace, Class E
surface airspace, and Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet
above the surface are amended to support new standard instrument
approach procedures at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Latrobe, PA,
formerly Westmoreland County Airport. The geographic coordinates for
the heliport and the airport are adjusted to coincide with the FAA's
aeronautical database.
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 removes controlled airspace In Lloydsville, PA and amends
controlled airspace in Latrobe, PA.
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. 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.
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:
PART 71--DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D, AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR
TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS
0
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]
0
2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of Federal Aviation
Administration Order 7400.9V, Airspace Designations and Reporting
Points, dated August 9, 2011, effective September 15, 2011, is amended
as follows:
* * * * *
Paragraph 5000 Class D airspace.
AEA PA D Latrobe, PA [Amended]
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Latrobe, PA
(Lat. 40[deg]16'29'' N., long. 79[deg]24'24'' W.)
That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including
3,700 feet MSL within a 5-mile radius of Arnold Palmer Regional
Airport. 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 6004 Class E Airspace Designated as an Extension to a
Class D Surface Area.
* * * * *
AEA PA E4 Latrobe, PA [Amended]
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Latrobe, PA
(Lat. 40[deg]16'2'' N., long. 79[deg]24'24'' W.)
That airspace extending upward from the surface of Arnold Palmer
Regional Airport within the 045[deg] bearing from the airport
clockwise to the 210[deg] bearing, extending from the 5-mile radius
of the airport to 10 miles southwest. This Class E airspace area
shall be 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 6005 Class E airspace areas extending upward from 700
feet or more above the surface of the earth.
* * * * *
AEA PA E5 Lloydsville, PA [Removed]
AEA PA E5 Latrobe, PA [Amended]
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Latrobe, PA
Lat. 40[deg]16'29'' N., long. 79[deg]24'24'' W.)
Excela Health Latrobe Hospital Heliport
(Lat. 40[deg]19'13'' N., long. 79[deg]23'37'' W.)
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That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface
within a 12-mile radius of Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, and
within a 6-mile radius of Excela Health Latrobe Hospital Heliport.
Issued in College Park, Georgia, on July 9, 2012.
Barry A. Knight,
Manager, Operations Support Group Eastern Service Center, Air Traffic
Organization.
[FR Doc. 2012-17469 Filed 7-18-12; 8:45 am]
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