Stage 3 Compliance for Jets Weighing 75,000 Pounds or Less After December 31, 2015, 42021-42022 [2015-17382]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 136 / Thursday, July 16, 2015 / Rules and Regulations Availability and Summary of Documents for Incorporation by Reference This document amends FAA Order 7400.9Y, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 6, 2014, and effective September 15, 2014. FAA Order 7400.9Y is publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES section of this final rule. FAA Order 7400.9Y lists Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, air traffic service routes, and reporting points. 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 within a 6.4-mile radius of Defuniak Springs Airport, Defuniak Springs, FL, providing the controlled airspace required to support the new RNAV (GPS) standard instrument approach procedures for IFR operations. Class E airspace designations are published in Paragraph 6005 of FAA Order 7400.9Y, dated August 6, 2014, and effective September 15, 2014, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class E airspace designation listed in this document will be published subsequently in the Order. tkelley on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with RULES Regulatory Notices and Analyses 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 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. 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 VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:14 Jul 15, 2015 Jkt 235001 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 1. The authority citation for Part 71 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(f), 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 7400.9Y, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 6, 2014, effective September 15, 2014, is amended as follows: ■ Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace Areas Extending Upward From 700 Feet or More Above the Surface of the Earth * * * * * ASO FL E5 Defuniak Springs, FL [New] Defuniak Springs Airport, FL (Lat. 30°43′52″ N., long. 86°9′14″ W.) That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface within a 6.4-mile radius of Defuniak Springs Airport. Issued in College Park, Georgia, on July 6, 2015. Gerald E. Lynch, Acting Manager, Operations Support Group, Eastern Service Center, Air Traffic Organization. [FR Doc. 2015–17286 Filed 7–15–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 91 Stage 3 Compliance for Jets Weighing 75,000 Pounds or Less After December 31, 2015 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice reminding operators of noise compliance deadline. AGENCY: The Federal Aviation Administration is reminding operators of jet airplanes weighing 75,000 pounds or less that after December 31, 2015, SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 42021 operations in the contiguous United States may be conducted only with airplanes that comply with at least Stage 3 noise levels. Operators that fail to meet this requirement may be subject to civil penalties. Certain operations of airplanes not meeting Stage 3 may be conducted under special flight authorizations granted by the FAA on a case by case basis. DATES: Compliance is due after December 31, 2015. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Questions regarding this restriction and its applicability may be directed to Rebecca Cointin AEE–100, Office of Environment and Energy, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–4770; email: rebecca.cointin@ faa.gov. For legal questions, contact Karen Petronis, AGC–220, Regulations Division, Office of the Chief Counsel, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–3073; email karen.petronis@ faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background The noise from smaller jet airplanes continues to have an impact on communities near airports. In recognition of this impact, Congress addressed the operations of these airplanes in Section 506 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012. That section states: ‘‘[A]fter December 31, 2015, a person may not operate a civil subsonic jet airplane with a maximum weight of 75,000 pounds or less, and for which an airworthiness certificate (other than an experimental certificate) has been issued, to or from an airport in the United States unless the Secretary of Transportation finds that the aircraft complies with [S]tage 3 noise levels.’’ Stage 3 noise levels are the certificated noise levels as established in 14 CFR part 36. In 2013, the FAA codified this statutory requirement as § 91.881. The prohibition applies to all civil operations in the 48 contiguous United States regardless of purpose (except for those airplanes that have an experimental airworthiness certificate). The law also provides for operation of otherwise prohibited airplanes after that date under certain circumstances. The authorized purposes were codified in § 91.883, which includes the procedure for applying for a special flight authorization from the FAA. Operators of airplanes that do not comply with Stage 3 noise levels may E:\FR\FM\16JYR1.SGM 16JYR1 42022 Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 136 / Thursday, July 16, 2015 / Rules and Regulations choose to replace them, or to incorporate noise-reduction technologies that may be available to make the airplanes Stage 3 noise compliant. Operators that continue to fly non-compliant airplanes after December 31, 2015, will be subject to applicable civil penalties. Issued in Washington, DC, on July 10, 2015. Lourdes Maurice, Director, Office of Environment and Energy. [FR Doc. 2015–17382 Filed 7–15–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Avenue SE., West Bldg., Ground Floor, Washington, DC 20590–0001; 2. The FAA Air Traffic Organization Service Area in which the affected airport is located; 3. The office of Aeronautical Navigation Products, 6500 South MacArthur Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73169 or, 4. 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. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Availability Federal Aviation Administration All SIAPs and Takeoff Minimums and ODPs are available online free of charge. Visit the National Flight Data Center online at nfdc.faa.gov to register. Additionally, individual SIAP and Takeoff Minimums and ODP copies may be obtained from the FAA Air Traffic Organization Service Area in which the affected airport is located. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Richard A. Dunham III, Flight Procedure Standards Branch (AFS–420) Flight Technologies and Procedures Division, Flight Standards Service, Federal Aviation Administration, Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, 6500 South MacArthur Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73169 (Mail Address: P.O. Box 25082 Oklahoma City, OK 73125) telephone: (405) 954–4164. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This rule amends Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 97 (14 CFR part 97) by amending the referenced SIAPs. The complete regulatory description of each SIAP is listed on the appropriate FAA Form 8260, as modified by the National Flight Data Center (NFDC)/Permanent Notice to Airmen (P–NOTAM), and is incorporated by reference under 5 U.S.C. 552(a), 1 CFR part 51, and 14 CFR 97.20. The large number of SIAPs, their complex nature, and the need for a special format make their verbatim publication in the Federal Register expensive and impractical. Further, airmen do not use the regulatory text of the SIAPs, but refer to their graphic depiction on charts printed by publishers of aeronautical materials. Thus, the advantages of incorporation by reference are realized and publication of the complete description of each SIAP contained on FAA form documents is unnecessary. This amendment provides the affected CFR sections, and specifies the SIAPs and Takeoff Minimums and ODPs with their applicable effective dates. This 14 CFR Part 97 [Docket No. 31025; Amdt. No. 3650] Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: This rule amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, adding new obstacles, or changing air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide for the safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports. DATES: This rule is effective July 16, 2015. The compliance date for each SIAP, associated Takeoff Minimums, and ODP is specified in the amendatory provisions. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulations is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of July 16, 2015. tkelley on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with RULES SUMMARY: Availability of matter incorporated by reference in the amendment is as follows: ADDRESSES: For Examination 1. U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Ops–M30, 1200 New Jersey VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:14 Jul 15, 2015 Jkt 235001 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 amendment also identifies the airport and its location, the procedure and the amendment number. Availability and Summary of Material Incorporated by Reference The material incorporated by reference is publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES section. The material incorporated by reference describes SIAPs, Takeoff Minimums and ODPs as identified in the amendatory language for part 97 of this final rule. The Rule This amendment to 14 CFR part 97 is effective upon publication of each separate SIAP and Takeoff Minimums and ODP as amended in the transmittal. For safety and timeliness of change considerations, this amendment incorporates only specific changes contained for each SIAP and Takeoff Minimums and ODP as modified by FDC permanent NOTAMs. The SIAPs and Takeoff Minimums and ODPs, as modified by FDC permanent NOTAM, and contained in this amendment are based on the criteria contained in the U.S. Standard for Terminal Instrument Procedures (TERPS). In developing these changes to SIAPs and Takeoff Minimums and ODPs, the TERPS criteria were applied only to specific conditions existing at the affected airports. All SIAP amendments in this rule have been previously issued by the FAA in a FDC NOTAM as an emergency action of immediate flight safety relating directly to published aeronautical charts. The circumstances that created the need for these SIAP and Takeoff Minimums and ODP amendments require making them effective in less than 30 days. Because of the close and immediate relationship between these SIAPs, Takeoff Minimums and ODPs, and safety in air commerce, I find that notice and public procedure under 5 U.S.C. 553(b) are impracticable and contrary to the public interest and, where applicable, under 5 U.S.C. 553(d), good cause exists for making these SIAPs effective in less than 30 days. 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. 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 E:\FR\FM\16JYR1.SGM 16JYR1

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[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 136 (Thursday, July 16, 2015)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 42021-42022]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2015-17382]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 91


Stage 3 Compliance for Jets Weighing 75,000 Pounds or Less After 
December 31, 2015

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice reminding operators of noise compliance deadline.

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SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration is reminding operators of 
jet airplanes weighing 75,000 pounds or less that after December 31, 
2015, operations in the contiguous United States may be conducted only 
with airplanes that comply with at least Stage 3 noise levels. 
Operators that fail to meet this requirement may be subject to civil 
penalties. Certain operations of airplanes not meeting Stage 3 may be 
conducted under special flight authorizations granted by the FAA on a 
case by case basis.

DATES: Compliance is due after December 31, 2015.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Questions regarding this restriction 
and its applicability may be directed to Rebecca Cointin AEE-100, 
Office of Environment and Energy, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267-
4770; email: rebecca.cointin@faa.gov. For legal questions, contact 
Karen Petronis, AGC-220, Regulations Division, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., 
Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267-3073; email 
karen.petronis@faa.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Background

    The noise from smaller jet airplanes continues to have an impact on 
communities near airports. In recognition of this impact, Congress 
addressed the operations of these airplanes in Section 506 of the FAA 
Modernization and Reform Act of 2012. That section states: ``[A]fter 
December 31, 2015, a person may not operate a civil subsonic jet 
airplane with a maximum weight of 75,000 pounds or less, and for which 
an airworthiness certificate (other than an experimental certificate) 
has been issued, to or from an airport in the United States unless the 
Secretary of Transportation finds that the aircraft complies with 
[S]tage 3 noise levels.'' Stage 3 noise levels are the certificated 
noise levels as established in 14 CFR part 36.
    In 2013, the FAA codified this statutory requirement as Sec.  
91.881. The prohibition applies to all civil operations in the 48 
contiguous United States regardless of purpose (except for those 
airplanes that have an experimental airworthiness certificate). The law 
also provides for operation of otherwise prohibited airplanes after 
that date under certain circumstances. The authorized purposes were 
codified in Sec.  91.883, which includes the procedure for applying for 
a special flight authorization from the FAA.
    Operators of airplanes that do not comply with Stage 3 noise levels 
may

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choose to replace them, or to incorporate noise-reduction technologies 
that may be available to make the airplanes Stage 3 noise compliant. 
Operators that continue to fly non-compliant airplanes after December 
31, 2015, will be subject to applicable civil penalties.

    Issued in Washington, DC, on July 10, 2015.
Lourdes Maurice,
Director, Office of Environment and Energy.
[FR Doc. 2015-17382 Filed 7-15-15; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

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