Amendment of Class E Airspace; Akutan, AK, 27729-27730 [2014-11109]

Download as PDF 27729 Rules and Regulations Federal Register Vol. 79, No. 94 Thursday, May 15, 2014 This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains regulatory documents having general applicability and legal effect, most of which are keyed to and codified in the Code of Federal Regulations, which is published under 50 titles pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 1510. The Code of Federal Regulations is sold by the Superintendent of Documents. Prices of new books are listed in the first FEDERAL REGISTER issue of each week. The Rule DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2014–0032; Airspace Docket No. 13–AAL–5] Amendment of Class E Airspace; Akutan, AK Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: This action amends the Class E airspace at Akutan Airport, Akutan, 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, 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: TKELLEY on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with RULES History On March 10, 2014, the FAA published in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to modify controlled airspace at Akutan Airport, Akutan, AK (79 FR 13262). Interested parties were invited to participate in this rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on the proposal to the FAA. No comments were received. VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:15 May 14, 2014 Jkt 232001 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. This action amends Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 71 by modifying Class E airspace at Akutan, AK. Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface, within a 4-mile radius of Akutan Airport, Akutan, AK, with segments extending from the 4-mile radius to 10 miles northwest, and 7 miles east of the airport, and another segment extending from the 4-mile radius to 6 miles northwest of the airport. This action enhances the safety and management of aircraft operations at the airport. 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 modifies PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 controlled airspace at Akutan Airport, Akutan, 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 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 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 FAA Order 7400.9X, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 7, 2013, and effective September 15, 2013 is amended as follows: ■ Paragraph 6005 Class E airspace areas extending upward from 700 feet or more above the surface of the earth. * * * * * AAL AK E5 Akutan, AK [Modified] Akutan Airport, AK (Lat. 54°08′41″ N., long. 165°36′15″ W.) That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface within a 4-mile radius of the Akutan Airport, and within 1 mile each side of the 313° bearing extending from the 4-mile radius to 6 miles northwest of the airport, and within 1-mile each side of the 298° bearing extending from the 4-mile radius to 10 miles northwest of the airport, and within 1-mile each side of the 99° bearing extending from the 4-mile radius to 7 miles east of the airport. E:\FR\FM\15MYR1.SGM 15MYR1 27730 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 94 / Thursday, May 15, 2014 / Rules and Regulations Issued in Seattle, Washington, on May 8, 2014. Christopher Ramirez, Acting Manager, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center. [FR Doc. 2014–11109 Filed 5–14–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 73 [Docket No. FAA–2014–0260; Airspace Docket No. 13–AEA–19] RIN 2120–AA66 Amendment of Restricted Areas R– 5001A and R–5001B, Fort Dix, NJ Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; Technical amendment. AGENCY: This action updates the descriptions of restricted areas R–5001A and R–5001B, Fort Dix, NJ, to reflect the renaming of the military installation as ‘‘Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ,’’ update the controlling and using agency information, eliminate redundant wording, and adjust by one second the longitude coordinate for the first point in the description of R– 5001A. This action does not alter the boundaries or the use of the restricted areas. DATES: Effective date: 0901 UTC, July 24, 2014. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Paul Gallant, Airspace Policy and Regulations Group, Office of Airspace Services, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: SUMMARY: TKELLEY on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with RULES Background Restricted areas R–5001A and R– 5001B were originally designated at Fort Dix, NJ. As a result of Department of Defense Joint Basing actions, McGuire Air Force Base, Fort Dix and Naval Air Engineering Station Lakehurst were combined under single Joint Base leadership and renamed as ‘‘Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ.’’ Restricted areas R–5001A and R– 5001B share identical boundaries. R– 5001A extends from the surface to 4,000 feet MSL. R–5001B overlies R–5001A and extends from 4,000 feet MSL to 8,000 feet MSL. A review of the legal description of R–5001A revealed a minor (one second) error in the VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:15 May 14, 2014 Jkt 232001 longitude coordinate for the first point in the description. That longitude reads ‘‘74°27′00″ W. The same point in the R– 5002B description reads ‘‘74°26′59″ W.’’ After review, it was determined that the point in the R–5001B description is correct; therefore, this action changes the point in the R–5001A description to match R–5001B. Since this is a minor change, the depiction of the areas on aeronautical charts is not affected. In addition, several editorial changes to the descriptions of both restricted areas are required to remove redundant wording from the designated altitudes, increase the advance time requirement for issuing Notices to Airmen (NOTAM), change the ATC facility designated as the controlling agency, and update the using agency name to reflect the user’s current organizational title and ‘‘joint base’’ status. The above changes do not alter the location or use of the restricted areas from the current parameters. The Rule This action amends Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 73 by changing the location name in the title of restricted areas R–5001A and R– 5001B from ‘‘Fort Dix, NJ,’’ to ‘‘Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ.’’ In addition, the first longitude coordinate in the description of R–5001A is changed from ‘‘long. 74°27′00″ W.’’ to ‘‘long. 74°26′59″ W.’’ This change corrects a one second difference between the affected point in R–5001A and a shared common point in the description of R–5001B (which overlies R–5001A). For R–5001A, the designated altitudes are changed from ‘‘Surface to and including 4,000 feet MSL’’, to ‘‘Surface to 4,000 feet MSL.’’ In 14 CFR 73.3, the word ‘‘to’’ is defined as meaning ‘‘to and including;’’ therefore, the words ‘‘and including’’ are not required. The time of designation is changed from ‘‘0600 to 2330, local time daily; other times by NOTAM issued one hour in advance’’, to ‘‘0600 to 2330 local time, daily; other times by NOTAM at least four hours in advance.’’ This change increases the NOTAM requirement from one hour in advance to four hours in advance to comply with current guidance and to provide the public with additional advance notice of planned activation of the airspace. For R–5001B, the designated altitudes are changed from ‘‘From 4,000 feet MSL to and including 8,000 feet MSL’’, to ‘‘4,000 feet MSL to 8,000 feet MSL.’’ The time of designation is amended by adding the words ‘‘at least’’ between the words ‘‘NOTAM’’ and ‘‘48 hours in advance.’’ PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 The controlling agency for both R– 5001A and R–5001B is changed from ‘‘FAA, New York ARTCC,’’ to ‘‘U.S. Air Force, McGuire Radar Approach Control.’’ This change is made because R–5001A and R–5001B lie completely within the airspace delegated to McGuire Radar Approach Control by New York ARTCC. The using agency name for both restricted areas is changed from ‘‘Commanding General, Fort Dix, NJ,’’ to ‘‘Commanding Officer, U.S. Army Support Activity, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ.’’ This change reflects an administrative name change of the using agency’s organization and its leadership due to the renaming of the Fort Dix military installation as a ‘‘joint base.’’ These changes update the descriptions of existing restricted areas R–5001A and R–5001B without altering the boundaries, or activities conducted within, the areas; therefore, I find that notice and public procedure under 5 U.S.C. 553(b) are unnecessary. The FAA has determined that this action 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 that 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 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 modifies the technical descriptions of restricted areas to ensure that accurate information is available to the flying public. E:\FR\FM\15MYR1.SGM 15MYR1

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[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 94 (Thursday, May 15, 2014)]
[Rules and Regulations]
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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-11109]



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to and codified in the Code of Federal Regulations, which is published 
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Prices of new books are listed in the first FEDERAL REGISTER issue of each 
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Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 94 / Thursday, May 15, 2014 / Rules 
and Regulations

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Docket No. FAA-2014-0032; Airspace Docket No. 13-AAL-5]


Amendment of Class E Airspace; Akutan, AK

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: This action amends the Class E airspace at Akutan Airport, 
Akutan, 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, 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:

History

    On March 10, 2014, the FAA published in the Federal Register a 
notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to modify controlled airspace at 
Akutan Airport, Akutan, AK (79 FR 13262). 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 7400.9X 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 modifying Class E airspace at Akutan, AK. Class E airspace 
extending upward from 700 feet above the surface, within a 4-mile 
radius of Akutan Airport, Akutan, AK, with segments extending from the 
4-mile radius to 10 miles northwest, and 7 miles east of the airport, 
and another segment extending from the 4-mile radius to 6 miles 
northwest of the airport. This action enhances the safety and 
management of aircraft operations at the airport.
    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 modifies 
controlled airspace at Akutan Airport, Akutan, 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 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

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

* * * * *

AAL AK E5 Akutan, AK [Modified]

Akutan Airport, AK
    (Lat. 54[deg]08'41'' N., long. 165[deg]36'15'' W.)

That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface 
within a 4-mile radius of the Akutan Airport, and within 1 mile each 
side of the 313[deg] bearing extending from the 4-mile radius to 6 
miles northwest of the airport, and within 1-mile each side of the 
298[deg] bearing extending from the 4-mile radius to 10 miles 
northwest of the airport, and within 1-mile each side of the 99[deg] 
bearing extending from the 4-mile radius to 7 miles east of the 
airport.


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    Issued in Seattle, Washington, on May 8, 2014.
Christopher Ramirez,
Acting Manager, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center.
[FR Doc. 2014-11109 Filed 5-14-14; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

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