Amendment of Class E Airspace; Clarinda, IA, 47962-47964 [2017-22234]
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Points, and subsequent amendments can
be viewed online at https://www.faa.gov/
air_traffic/publications/. For further
information, you can contact the
Airspace Policy Group, Federal Aviation
Administration, 800 Independence
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591;
telephone: (202) 267–8783. The Order is
also available for inspection at the
National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For
information on the availability of FAA
Order 7400.11B at NARA, call (202)
741–6030, or go to https://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/
ibr-locations.html.
FAA Order 7400.11, Airspace
Designations and Reporting Points, is
published yearly and effective on
September 15.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Rebecca Shelby, Federal Aviation
Administration, Support Specialist,
Operations Support Group, Central
Service Center, 10101 Hillwood
Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76177;
telephone (817) 222–5857.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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Authority for This Rulemaking
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 amends
Class E airspace extending upward from
700 feet above the surface at Hebron
Municipal Airport, Hebron, NE, to
support standard instrument approach
procedures for IFR operations at the
airport.
History
The FAA published in the Federal
Register (82 FR 18593, April 20, 2017)
Docket No. FAA–2017–0175 a notice of
proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to modify
Class E airspace extending upward from
700 feet above the surface at Hebron
Municipal Airport, Hebron, NE.
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
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14:58 Oct 13, 2017
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respectively of FAA Order 7400.11B,
dated August 3, 2017, and effective
September 15, 2017, 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.
Impacts: Policies and Procedures,’’
paragraph 5–6.5.a. 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.
Availability and Summary of
Documents for Incorporation by
Reference
This document amends FAA Order
7400.11B, Airspace Designations and
Reporting Points, dated August 3, 2017,
and effective September 15, 2017. FAA
Order 7400.11B is publicly available as
listed in the ADDRESSES section of this
document. FAA Order 7400.11B lists
Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas,
air traffic service routes, and reporting
points.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71
Airspace, Incorporation by reference,
Navigation (air).
The Rule
This amendment to Title 14 Code of
Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 71
modifies Class E airspace extending
upward from 700 feet or more above the
surface within a 6.3-mile radius of
Hebron Municipal Airport, Hebron, NE.
Airspace reconfiguration is necessary
due to the decommissioning and
cancellation of the Hebron NDB, and
NDB approaches. This action enhances
the safety and management of the
standard instrument approach
procedures for IFR operations at the
airport.
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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, 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.
Environmental Review
The FAA has determined that this
action qualifies for categorical exclusion
under the National Environmental
Policy Act in accordance with FAA
Order 1050.1F, ‘‘Environmental
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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 7—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(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 7400.11B,
Airspace Designations and Reporting
Points, dated August 3, 2017, and
effective September 15, 2017, is
amended as follows:
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Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace Areas
Extending Upward From 700 Feet or More
Above the Surface of the Earth.
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ACE NE E5 Hebron, NE [Amended]
Hebron Municipal Airport, NE
(Lat. 40°09′08″ N., long. 97°35′13″ W.)
That airspace extending upward from 700
feet above the surface within a 6.3-mile
radius of Hebron Municipal Airport.
Issued in Fort Worth, Texas, on October 5,
2017.
Walter Tweedy,
Acting Manager, Operations Support Group,
ATO Central Service Center.
[FR Doc. 2017–22236 Filed 10–13–17; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 71
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0536; Airspace
Docket No. 17–ACE–10]
Amendment of Class E Airspace;
Clarinda, IA
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
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Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 198 / Monday, October 16, 2017 / Rules and Regulations
This action modifies Class E
airspace extending upward from 700
feet above the surface at Schenck Field,
Clarinda, IA. This action is required due
to the decommissioning of the Clarinda
non-directional radio beacon (NDB) and
the cancellation of the associated
instrument approach procedures. This
action enhances the safety and
management of instrument flight rules
(IFR) operations at the airport.
DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, February 1,
2018. 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
7400.11 and publication of conforming
amendments.
ADDRESSES: FAA Order 7400.11B,
Airspace Designations and Reporting
Points, and subsequent amendments can
be viewed online at https://www.faa.gov/
air_traffic/publications/. For further
information, you can contact the
Airspace Policy Group, Federal Aviation
Administration, 800 Independence
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591;
telephone: (202) 267–8783. The Order is
also available for inspection at the
National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For
information on the availability of FAA
Order 7400.11B at NARA, call (202)
741–6030, or go to https://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/
ibr-locations.html.
FAA Order 7400.11, Airspace
Designations and Reporting Points, is
published yearly and effective on
September 15.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Jeffrey Claypool, Federal Aviation
Administration, Operations Support
Group, Central Service Center, 10101
Hillwood Parkway, Fort Worth, TX
76177; telephone (817) 222–5711.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
jstallworth on DSKBBY8HB2PROD with RULES
SUMMARY:
Authority for This Rulemaking
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 amends
Class E airspace extending upward from
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14:58 Oct 13, 2017
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700 feet above the surface at Schenck
Field, Clarinda, IA, to support
instrument flight rules (IFR) operations
at this airport.
History
On July 21, 2017, the FAA published
a notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM) in the Federal Register (82 FR
33834, Docket No. FAA–2017–0536) to
modify Class E airspace extending
upward from 700 feet above the surface
at Schenck Field, Clarinda, IA.
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 7400.11B, dated August 3, 2017,
and effective September 15, 2017, 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.
Availability and Summary of
Documents for Incorporation by
Reference
This document amends FAA Order
7400.11B, Airspace Designations and
Reporting Points, dated August 3, 2017,
and effective September 15, 2017. FAA
Order 7400.11B is publicly available as
listed in the ADDRESSES section of this
document. FAA Order 7400.11B lists
Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas,
air traffic service routes, and reporting
points.
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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 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 1050.1F, ‘‘Environmental
Impacts: Policies and Procedures,’’
paragraph 5–6.5.a. 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:
The Rule
This amendment to Title 14, Code of
Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 71
modifies Class E airspace extending
upward from 700 feet above the surface
at Schenck Field, Clarinda, IA, by
removing the Clarinda NDB from the
legal description; removing the
extension south of the airport; and
updating the geographic coordinates of
the airport to coincide with the FAA’s
aeronautical database.
Airspace reconfiguration is necessary
due to the decommissioning of the
Clarinda NDB and cancellation of the
associated instrument approach
procedures at this airport. Controlled
airspace is necessary for safety and the
management of IFR operations at the
airport.
PART 71—DESIGNATION OF CLASS A,
B, C, D, AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR
TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND
REPORTING POINTS
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, is non-controversial and
*
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1. The authority citation for part 71
continues to read as follows:
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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 7400.11B,
Airspace Designations and Reporting
Points, dated August 3, 2017, and
effective September 15, 2017, is
amended as follows:
■
Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace Areas
Extending Upward From 700 Feet or More
Above the Surface of the Earth.
*
*
*
*
ACE IA E5 Clarinda, IA [Amended]
Clarinda, Schenck Field, IA
(Lat. 40°43′20″ N., long. 95°01′36″ W.)
That airspace extending upward from 700
feet above the surface within a 6.5-mile
radius of Schenck Field.
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Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 198 / Monday, October 16, 2017 / Rules and Regulations
Issued in Fort Worth, Texas, on October 5,
2017.
Walter Tweedy,
Acting Manager, Operations Support Group,
ATO Central Service Center.
[FR Doc. 2017–22234 Filed 10–13–17; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 73
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0886; Airspace
Docket No. 16–ASO–11]
Amendment of Restricted Areas
R–3004A and R–3004B and
Establishment of R–3004C; Fort
Gordon, GA
Republication
Editorial Note: Rule document 2017–20435
was originally published on pages 44513
through 44514 in the issue of Monday,
September 25, 2017. In that publication, on
page 44514, in the forty-ninth line of the first
column and the thirty-fifth line of the second
column, the number 1 was inadvertently
deleted from the text. The corrected
document is published here in its entirety.
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
This action modifies the
restricted areas at Fort Gordon, GA to
further subdivide the vertical limits of
the airspace. The designated altitudes
for R–3004A and R–3004B are realigned
and a new subarea, designated R–3004C,
is established above R–3004B. The FAA
is taking this action to allow for more
efficient use of the airspace during
periods when military activities only
require restricted airspace below 3,500
feet MSL. The modifications are fully
contained within the existing lateral and
vertical boundaries of the restricted
airspace.
SUMMARY:
Effective date: 0901 UTC,
December 7, 2017.
DATES:
Paul
Gallant, Airspace Policy Group, Office
of Airspace Services, Federal Aviation
Administration, 800 Independence
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591;
telephone: (202) 267–8783.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
jstallworth on DSKBBY8HB2PROD with RULES
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Authority for This Rulemaking
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,
VerDate Sep<11>2014
14:58 Oct 13, 2017
Jkt 244001
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 since it vertically
subdivides the restricted airspace at Fort
Gordon, GA, into three sections to
enable more efficient use of airspace.
Background
The restricted airspace at Fort
Gordon, GA consists of R–3004A,
extending from the surface to 7,000 feet
MSL; and R–3004B, extending from
7,001 feet MSL to 16,000 feet MSL. The
time of designation for both areas is as
activated by NOTAM 24 hours in
advance.
A FAA review of the utilization of the
airspace revealed that most activities
being conducted only require restricted
airspace below 3,500 feet MSL.
However, when R–3004A was activated,
restrictions were in effect up to 7,000
feet MSL.
While lateral boundaries of the
restricted airspace remain the same as
currently charted and the overall
vertical limits of the restricted airspace
are unchanged, in order to provide for
more efficient use of airspace, the FAA
and the using agency agreed to further
subdivide the restricted airspace
vertically. The FAA is realigning the
designated altitudes for R–3004A and
R–3004B and establishing R–3004C as a
third subdivision. The new
configuration enables activation of
restricted airspace to the lower altitude
required for the majority of the using
agency’s training needs while
maintaining the ability to activate
additional restricted airspace for
missions that require higher altitudes.
The designated altitudes for R–3004A
are amended to read ‘‘surface to but not
including 3,500 feet MSL’’ (decreased
from 7,000 feet MSL). The designated
altitudes for R–3004B are amended to
read ‘‘3,500 feet MSL to but not
including 7,000 feet MSL,’’ instead of
the current ‘‘7,001 feet MSL to 16,000
feet MSL.’’ This amendment also
established a third subdivision,
designated R–3004C, which extends
from 7,000 feet MSL to 16,000 feet MSL.
These changes accommodate the using
agency’s requirements while releasing
unneeded restricted airspace for access
by other users.
In addition, the aircraft activity
limitations on use of the areas are
amended to clarify the limitations in
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effect during the annual Masters Golf
Tournament.
These changes enhance the efficient
use of the National Airspace System by
providing for activation of the minimum
amount of restricted airspace needed for
the specific mission being conducted
resulting in the release of unneeded
restricted airspace for access by other
users.
The Rule
This rule amends Title 14 Code of
Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 73 by
further dividing the current restricted
airspace at Fort Gordon, GA, into three
subareas instead of two. The designated
altitudes for R–3004A are amended from
the current ‘‘surface to 7,000 feet MSL,’’
to ‘‘surface to but not including 3,500
feet MSL.’’ The designated altitudes for
R–3004B are amended from the current
‘‘7,001 feet MSL to 16,000 feet MSL’’ to
‘‘3,500 feet MSL to but not including
7,000 feet MSL.’’ A new third
subdivision, designated R–3004C, is
established and extends from 7,000 feet
MSL to 16,000 feet MSL.’’
Additionally, the terms and
conditions listed in the restricted area
legal descriptions for aircraft activities
in the restricted areas are revised, in
part. Specifically, in order to clarify
aircraft operations during the annual
Masters Golf tournament, the text of
item number 1 is changed from ‘‘1.
Aircraft activities may not be conducted
on weekends, National holidays, or the
entire week of the Masters Golf
Tournament’’ to: ‘‘1. Aircraft activities
must not be conducted on weekends,
national holidays, or from the Sunday
prior to the Masters Golf Tournament
through the Monday after (and
subsequent weather days if required).’’
The terms and conditions in Items 2 and
3 remain unchanged.
The above modifications enhance the
efficient use of airspace and reduce the
burden on the public by lessening the
amount of restricted airspace at Fort
Gordon, GA, that is activated on a
routine basis. These modifications do
not change the current lateral
boundaries, overall designated altitudes,
or activities conducted within the
restricted areas; therefore, notice and
public procedure under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)
are unnecessary.
Regulatory Notices and Analyses
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. It, therefore: (1) Is not a
‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under
Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 71
[Docket No. FAA-2017-0536; Airspace Docket No. 17-ACE-10]
Amendment of Class E Airspace; Clarinda, IA
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: This action modifies Class E airspace extending upward from
700 feet above the surface at Schenck Field, Clarinda, IA. This action
is required due to the decommissioning of the Clarinda non-directional
radio beacon (NDB) and the cancellation of the associated instrument
approach procedures. This action enhances the safety and management of
instrument flight rules (IFR) operations at the airport.
DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, February 1, 2018. 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 7400.11 and publication of conforming amendments.
ADDRESSES: FAA Order 7400.11B, Airspace Designations and Reporting
Points, and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/. For further information, you can
contact the Airspace Policy Group, Federal Aviation Administration, 800
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267-
8783. The Order is also available for inspection at the National
Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the
availability of FAA Order 7400.11B at NARA, call (202) 741-6030, or go
to https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
FAA Order 7400.11, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, is
published yearly and effective on September 15.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jeffrey Claypool, Federal Aviation
Administration, Operations Support Group, Central Service Center, 10101
Hillwood Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone (817) 222-5711.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Authority for This Rulemaking
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 amends Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the
surface at Schenck Field, Clarinda, IA, to support instrument flight
rules (IFR) operations at this airport.
History
On July 21, 2017, the FAA published a notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM) in the Federal Register (82 FR 33834, Docket No. FAA-2017-0536)
to modify Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the
surface at Schenck Field, Clarinda, IA. 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 7400.11B, dated August 3, 2017, and effective September 15,
2017, 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.
Availability and Summary of Documents for Incorporation by Reference
This document amends FAA Order 7400.11B, Airspace Designations and
Reporting Points, dated August 3, 2017, and effective September 15,
2017. FAA Order 7400.11B is publicly available as listed in the
ADDRESSES section of this document. FAA Order 7400.11B lists Class A,
B, C, D, and E airspace areas, air traffic service routes, and
reporting points.
The Rule
This amendment to Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR)
part 71 modifies Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above
the surface at Schenck Field, Clarinda, IA, by removing the Clarinda
NDB from the legal description; removing the extension south of the
airport; and updating the geographic coordinates of the airport to
coincide with the FAA's aeronautical database.
Airspace reconfiguration is necessary due to the decommissioning of
the Clarinda NDB and cancellation of the associated instrument approach
procedures at this airport. Controlled airspace is necessary for safety
and the management of IFR operations at the airport.
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, 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 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 1050.1F, ``Environmental Impacts: Policies and
Procedures,'' paragraph 5-6.5.a. 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
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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.
Sec. 71.1 [Amended]
0
2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order 7400.11B,
Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 3, 2017, and
effective September 15, 2017, is amended as follows:
Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace Areas Extending Upward From 700
Feet or More Above the Surface of the Earth.
* * * * *
ACE IA E5 Clarinda, IA [Amended]
Clarinda, Schenck Field, IA
(Lat. 40[deg]43'20'' N., long. 95[deg]01'36'' W.)
That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface
within a 6.5-mile radius of Schenck Field.
[[Page 47964]]
Issued in Fort Worth, Texas, on October 5, 2017.
Walter Tweedy,
Acting Manager, Operations Support Group, ATO Central Service Center.
[FR Doc. 2017-22234 Filed 10-13-17; 8:45 am]
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