Modification of Class E Airspace; Sitka, AK, 18154-18155 [2014-06722]

Download as PDF 18154 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 62 / Tuesday, April 1, 2014 / Rules and Regulations History On November 21, 2013, the FAA published in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to establish controlled airspace at Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, Sitka, AK (78 FR 69787). 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 paragraphs 6002 and 6005, respectively, of FAA Order 7400.9X, dated August 7, 2013, and effective September 15, 2013, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class E airspace designation listed in this document will be published subsequently in this Order. Products Office found modification of the airspace necessary for the safety and management of aircraft departing and arriving under IFR operations at the airport. The segment of Class E surface area airspace southwest of the 4.1-mile radius of the airport is modified to 10 miles southwest of the airport. The segment of Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface southwest of the 6.6-mile radius of the airport is modified to 14 miles southwest of the airport, and the segment northwest of the 6.6-mile radius of the airport is modified to 29 miles northwest of the airport. The segments of controlled airspace west and southwest of the airport are removed as they are no longer required for aircraft arriving and departing under IFR operations. The FAA has determined 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 only affects air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified this rule, when promulgated, does 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 discusses 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 the Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, Sitka, AK. The Rule This action amends Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 71 by modifying Class E surface area airspace and Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Sitka Rocky Gutierrez, AK. After review of the airspace, the FAAs Western Terminal 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 Adoption of the Amendment DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration amends 14 CFR part 71 as follows: Federal Aviation Administration PART 71—DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D, AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS [Docket No. FAA–2013–0921; Airspace Docket No. 13–AAL–4] ■ 1. The authority citation for part 71 continues to read as follows: AGENCY: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959– 1963 Comp., p. 389. SUMMARY: § 71.1 [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order 7400.9X, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 7, 2013 and effective September 15, 2013, is amended as follows: * * * * * ■ Paragraph 6010 VOR Federal airways. V–35 From Dolphin, FL; INT Dolphin 266° and Cypress, FL, 110° radials; INT Cypress 110° and Lee County, FL, 138° radials; Lee County; INT Lee County 326° and St. Petersburg, FL, 152° radials; St. Petersburg; INT St. Petersburg 350° and Cross City, FL, 168° radials; Cross City; Greenville, FL; Pecan, GA; Macon, GA; INT Macon 005° and Athens, GA, 195° radials; Athens; Electric City, SC; Sugarloaf Mountain, NC; Holston Mountain, TN; Glade Spring, VA; Charleston, WV; INT Charleston 051° and Elkins, WV, 264° radials; Clarksburg, WV to Morgantown, WV. From Philipsburg, PA; Stonyfork, PA; Elmira, NY; to Syracuse, NY. The airspace below 2,000 feet MSL outside the United States is excluded. The portion outside the United States has no upper limit. V–276 From INT Philipsburg, PA 132° and Ravine, PA 279° radials; Ravine; Yardley, PA; Robbinsville, NJ; to INT Robbinsville 112° and Coyle, NJ, 090° radials. Issued in Washington, DC, on March 20, 2014. Gary A. Norek, Manager, Airspace Policy and Regulations Group. wreier-aviles on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with RULES [FR Doc. 2014–06660 Filed 3–31–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P VerDate Mar<15>2010 14:19 Mar 31, 2014 Jkt 232001 14 CFR Part 71 Modification of Class E Airspace; Sitka, AK Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. This action modifies the Class E airspace at Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, Sitka, AK. Controlled airspace is necessary to accommodate the new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) standard instrument approach procedures at the airport. This action enhances the safety and management of aircraft operations at the airport. DATES: Effective date, 0901 UTC, May 29, 2014. 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: Richard Roberts, Federal Aviation Administration, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057; telephone (425) 203–4517. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\01APR1.SGM 01APR1 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 62 / Tuesday, April 1, 2014 / Rules and Regulations 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). 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 and that airspace extending upward from 1,200 feet above the surface within a 40-mile radius of lat. 56°51′34″ N., long. 135°33′05″ W.; and that airspace extending upward from 5,500 feet MSL within an 85-mile radius of lat. 56°51′34″ N., long. 135°33′05″ W.; excluding that airspace that extends beyond 12 miles from the coast Issued in Seattle, Washington, on March 18, 2014. Johanna Forkner, Acting Manager, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center. [FR Doc. 2014–06722 Filed 3–31–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 1. The authority citation for 14 CFR Part 71 continues to read as follows: ■ 14 CFR Part 71 Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959– 1963 Comp., p. 389. [Docket No. FAA–2013–1008; Airspace Docket No. 13–AAL–8] § 71.1 Revocation of Class E Airspace; Kwigillingock, AK [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of the Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9X, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 7, 2013, and effective September 15, 2013 is amended as follows: ■ Paragraph 6002 Class E airspace designated as surface areas. * * * * * AAL AK E2 Sitka, AK [Modified] Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, AK (Lat. 57°02′50″ N., long. 135°21′42″ W.) Within a 4.1 mile radius of Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, and within 3.5 miles each side of the airport 209° radial extending from the 4.1-mile radius to 10.5 miles southwest of the airport, and within 3 miles each side of the airport 313° radial extending from the 4.1-mile radius to 11.1 miles northwest of the airport. This Class E airspace is effective during the 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, Alaska Supplement. Paragraph 6005 Class E airspace areas extending upward from 700 feet or more above the surface of the earth. wreier-aviles on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with RULES * * * * * 14:19 Mar 31, 2014 Jkt 232001 This action removes Class E airspace at Kwigillingock Airport, Kwigillingock, AK, due to the cancellation of the approaches. The FAA is taking this action to enhance the management of aircraft operations within the National Airspace System. DATES: Effective date, 0901 UTC, July 24, 2014. 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: Richard Roberts, Federal Aviation Administration, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057; telephone (425) 203–4517. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: SUMMARY: History AAL AK E5 Sitka, AK [Modified] Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, AK (Lat. 57°02′50″ N., long. 135°21′42″ W.) That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface within a 6.6-mile radius of Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, and within 4 miles each side of the airport 209° radial extending from the 6.6-mile radius to 14.5 miles south of the airport, and within 4 miles east and 8 miles west of the airport 313° radial extending from the 6.6-mile radius to 29 miles northwest of the airport; VerDate Mar<15>2010 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: On January 31, 2014, the FAA published in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to remove controlled airspace at Kwigillingock, AK (79 FR 5329). Interested parties were invited to participate in this rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on the proposal to the FAA. One comment was received from Mr. Skillman in support of the proposal. Mr. Skillman further recommended the FAA focus resources into re-extending the runway to regain Class E status. This recommendation is PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 18155 beyond the scope of this docket and was not considered. Class E airspace designations are published in paragraph 6005, of FAA Order 7400.9X, dated August 7, 2013, and effective September 15, 2013, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class E airspace designations 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 by removing Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface, at Kwigillingock Airport, Kwigillingock, AK, as instrument approach procedures were cancelled and controlled airspace is no longer needed. The FAA has determined 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 only affects air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified this rule, when promulgated, does 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 discusses 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 Kwigillingock Airport, Kwigillingock, AK. 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 E:\FR\FM\01APR1.SGM 01APR1

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[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 62 (Tuesday, April 1, 2014)]
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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-06722]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Docket No. FAA-2013-0921; Airspace Docket No. 13-AAL-4]


Modification of Class E Airspace; Sitka, AK

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: This action modifies the Class E airspace at Sitka Rocky 
Gutierrez Airport, Sitka, AK. Controlled airspace is necessary to 
accommodate the new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System 
(GPS) standard instrument approach procedures at the airport. This 
action enhances the safety and management of aircraft operations at the 
airport.

DATES: Effective date, 0901 UTC, May 29, 2014. 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: Richard Roberts, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057; telephone (425) 203-4517.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

History

    On November 21, 2013, the FAA published in the Federal Register a 
notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to establish controlled airspace 
at Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, Sitka, AK (78 FR 69787). 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 paragraphs 6002 and 
6005, respectively, of FAA Order 7400.9X, dated August 7, 2013, and 
effective September 15, 2013, which is incorporated by reference in 14 
CFR 71.1. The Class E airspace designation listed in this document will 
be published subsequently in this Order.

The Rule

    This action amends Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) 
Part 71 by modifying Class E surface area airspace and Class E airspace 
extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Sitka Rocky 
Gutierrez, AK. After review of the airspace, the FAAs Western Terminal 
Products Office found modification of the airspace necessary for the 
safety and management of aircraft departing and arriving under IFR 
operations at the airport. The segment of Class E surface area airspace 
southwest of the 4.1-mile radius of the airport is modified to 10 miles 
southwest of the airport. The segment of Class E airspace extending 
upward from 700 feet above the surface southwest of the 6.6-mile radius 
of the airport is modified to 14 miles southwest of the airport, and 
the segment northwest of the 6.6-mile radius of the airport is modified 
to 29 miles northwest of the airport. The segments of controlled 
airspace west and southwest of the airport are removed as they are no 
longer required for aircraft arriving and departing under IFR 
operations.
    The FAA has determined 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 
only affects air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified 
this rule, when promulgated, does 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 discusses 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 the Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, Sitka, AK.

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

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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).

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 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 71.1 of the Federal 
Aviation Administration Order 7400.9X, Airspace Designations and 
Reporting Points, dated August 7, 2013, and effective September 15, 
2013 is amended as follows:

Paragraph 6002 Class E airspace designated as surface areas.

* * * * *

AAL AK E2 Sitka, AK [Modified]

Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, AK
    (Lat. 57[deg]02'50'' N., long. 135[deg]21'42'' W.)

    Within a 4.1 mile radius of Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, and 
within 3.5 miles each side of the airport 209[deg] radial extending 
from the 4.1-mile radius to 10.5 miles southwest of the airport, and 
within 3 miles each side of the airport 313[deg] radial extending 
from the 4.1-mile radius to 11.1 miles northwest of the airport. 
This Class E airspace is effective during the 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, Alaska Supplement.

Paragraph 6005 Class E airspace areas extending upward from 700 
feet or more above the surface of the earth.

* * * * *

AAL AK E5 Sitka, AK [Modified]

Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, AK
    (Lat. 57[deg]02'50'' N., long. 135[deg]21'42'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface 
within a 6.6-mile radius of Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, and 
within 4 miles each side of the airport 209[deg] radial extending 
from the 6.6-mile radius to 14.5 miles south of the airport, and 
within 4 miles east and 8 miles west of the airport 313[deg] radial 
extending from the 6.6-mile radius to 29 miles northwest of the 
airport; and that airspace extending upward from 1,200 feet above 
the surface within a 40-mile radius of lat. 56[deg]51'34'' N., long. 
135[deg]33'05'' W.; and that airspace extending upward from 5,500 
feet MSL within an 85-mile radius of lat. 56[deg]51'34'' N., long. 
135[deg]33'05'' W.; excluding that airspace that extends beyond 12 
miles from the coast

    Issued in Seattle, Washington, on March 18, 2014.
Johanna Forkner,
Acting Manager, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center.
[FR Doc. 2014-06722 Filed 3-31-14; 8:45 am]
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