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[Docket No. FAA–2021–0589; Airspace
Docket No. 21–ASO–23]
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Amendment and Establishment of
Class D and Class E Airspace;
Columbus, GA
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
This action amends Class D
airspace, Class E surface area, and Class
E airspace extending upward from 700
feet above the surface for Columbus
Airport and Lawson Army Air Field
(AAF) (Fort Benning), Columbus, GA.
This action merges Columbus Airport
and Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) Class
D airspace and Class E surface area
airspace into one header under FAA
Order JO 7400.11 and removes the
header Columbus Lawson AAF under
FAA Order JO 7400.11. This action also
amends Columbus Airport’s Class D by
updating the name of Columbus Airport,
(formerly Columbus Metropolitan
Airport) and updating the name of
Lawson Army Airfield (Fort Benning),
(formerly Columbus Lawson AAF); the
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) Class D is
amended by establishing an extension to
the southeast. This action establishes
Class E airspace designated as an
extension to a Class D surface area for
Columbus Airport, Columbus, GA. The
Columbus Airport Class E surface area
extension is eliminated and Lawson
AAF (Fort Benning) Class E surface area
is amended by establishing an extension
to the southeast. Columbus Class E
airspace extending upward from 700
feet above the surface and Lawson AAF
(Fort Benning) Class E airspace
extending upward from 700 feet above
the surface is amended by increasing the
radii and removing the Lawson Very
High Frequency Omnidirectional Range
with Distance Measuring Equipment
SUMMARY:
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(VOR/DME) and Lawson Localizer
(LOC) from the description. In addition,
this action also makes an editorial
change replacing the term Airport/
Facility Directory with the term Chart
Supplement in the legal descriptions of
associated Class D airspace and Class E
surface area. In addition, this action
updates the geographic coordinates of
the Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) to
coincide with the FAA’s database.
Controlled airspace is necessary for the
safety and management of instrument
flight rules (IFR) operations in the area.
DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, March 24,
2022. 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 JO 7400.11 and publication of
conforming amendments.
ADDRESSES: FAA Order JO 7400.11F,
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 JO 7400.11F at NARA, email
fr.inspection@nara.gov or go to https://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/
ibr-locations.html.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: John
Goodson, Operations Support Group,
Eastern Service Center, Federal Aviation
Administration, 1701 Columbia Ave.,
College Park, GA 30337; Telephone
(404) 305–5966.
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 D airspace, amends Class E
Surface airspace, amends Class E
airspace extending upward from 700
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feet above the surface, and establishes
Class E airspace designated as an
Extension to a Class D Surface Area for
Columbus, GA, to support IFR
operations in the area.
History
The FAA published a notice of
proposed rulemaking in the Federal
Register (86 FR 58819, October 25,
2021) for Docket No. FAA–2021–0589 to
amend Class D airspace, amend Class E
Surface airspace, amend Class E
airspace extending upward from 700
feet above the surface, and establishes
Class E airspace designated as an
Extension to a Class D Surface Area for
Columbus, GA.
Subsequent to publication, the FAA
found the names of Lawson AAF (AAF)
required updating. The correct name is
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning). This action
makes the update.
Interested parties were invited to
participate in this rulemaking effort by
submitting written comments on the
proposal to the FAA. Two comments
were received, one comment was
positive and one comment was a blank
submission.
Class D airspace and Class E airspace
designations are published in Paragraph
5000, 6002, 6004, and 6005 respectively,
of FAA Order JO 7400.11F, dated
August 10, 2021, and effective
September 15, 2021, which is
incorporated by reference in 14 CFR
71.1. The Class D and Class E airspace
designations listed in this document
will be published subsequently in FAA
Order JO 7400.11F.
Availability and Summary of
Documents for Incorporation by
Reference
This document amends FAA Order JO
7400.11F, Airspace Designations and
Reporting Points, dated August 10,
2021, and effective September 15, 2021.
FAA Order JO 7400.11F is publicly
available as listed in the ADDRESSES
section of this document. FAA Order JO
7400.11F lists Class A, B, C, D, and E
airspace areas, air traffic routes, and
reporting points.
The Rule
The FAA is amending 14 CFR part 71
by amending Class D, Class E surface
area, and Class E airspace extending
upward from 700 feet above the surface
at Columbus Airport, Columbus, GA,
and Lawson AAF (Fort Benning),
Columbus, GA. This action merges
Columbus Airport and Lawson AAF
(Fort Benning) Class D airspace and
Class E surface area airspace into one
header under FAA Order JO 7400.11
and removes the header Columbus
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Lawson AAF under FAA Order JO
7400.11. This action establishes Class E
airspace designated as an extension to a
Class D surface area at Columbus
Airport, Columbus, GA.
The Columbus Airport Class D
airspace is amended by eliminating the
extension to the southwest and updating
the name to Columbus Airport
(previously Columbus Metropolitan
Airport). This action also makes the
editorial change replacing the term
Airport/Facility Directory with the term
Chart Supplement in the legal
description.
The Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) Class
D airspace is amended by establishing
an extension within 1.0 mile each side
of the 145° bearing from the AAF
extending from the 5.2-mile radius to
6.8 miles southeast of the AAF and
updating the name to Lawson AAF (Fort
Benning), (previously Columbus
Lawson AAF). This action also makes
the editorial change replacing the term
Airport/Facility Directory with the term
Chart Supplement in the legal
description. In addition, this action also
updates the geographic coordinates to
coincide with the FAA’s database.
The Columbus Airport Class E surface
area is amended by eliminating the
extension to the southwest. This action
also makes the editorial change
replacing the term Airport/Facility
Directory with the term Chart
Supplement in the legal description.
The Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) Class
E surface area is amended by
establishing an extension within 1.0
mile each side of the 145° bearing from
the AAF extending from the 5.2-mile
radius to 6.8 miles southeast of the
AAF. This action also makes an
editorial change replacing the term
Airport/Facility Directory with the term
Chart Supplement in the legal
description. In addition, this action also
updates the geographic coordinates to
coincide with the FAA’s database.
The Columbus, GA Class E airspace
designated as an extension to a Class D
surface area at for Columbus Airport is
established by adding that airspace
extending upward from the surface
within 1 mile each side of the 234°
bearing from the airport extending from
the 4.4-mile radius to 7.1 miles
southwest of the airport.
The Columbus, GA Class E airspace
extending upward from 700 feet above
the surface is amended by increasing the
radius of Columbus Airport to 9.6 miles,
(previously 6.8 miles) and eliminating
the extension to the southeast.
The Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) Class
E airspace extending upward from 700
feet above the surface is amended by
increasing the radius to 9.3 miles,
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(previously 7.6 miles), eliminating the
Lawson VOR/DME and Lawson LOC
from the description, adding the
airspace within 3.8 miles each side of
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) 341°
bearing from the AAF extending from
the 9.3-mile radius to 15.2 miles
northwest of the AAF, and 4.1 miles
each side of the Lawson AAF (Fort
Benning) 145° bearing from the AAF
extending from the 9.3-mile radius to
10.6 miles southeast of the AAF.
Class D and E airspace designations
are published in Paragraphs 5000, 6002,
6004, and 6005, respectively, of FAA
Order JO 7400.11F, dated August 10,
2021, and effective September 15, 2021,
which is incorporated by reference in 14
CFR 71.1. The Class D and E airspace
designations listed in this document
will be published subsequently in the
Order.
FAA Order JO 7400.11, Airspace
Designations and Reporting Points, is
published yearly and effective on
September 15.
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:
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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 JO 7400.11F,
Airspace Designations and Reporting
Points, dated August 10, 2021, and
effective September 15, 2021, is
amended as follows:
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Paragraph 5000
Class D Airspace.
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Regulatory Notices and Analyses
ASO GA D
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 evaluation as the anticipated
impact is minimal. Since this is a
routine matter that only affects air traffic
procedures an 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.
Columbus Airport, GA
(Lat 32°30′59″ N, long. 84°56′20″ W)
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning), GA
(Lat. 32°19′54″ N, long. 84°59′14″ W)
That airspace extending upward from the
surface to and including 2,900 feet MSL
within a 4.4-mile radius of the Columbus
Airport; and that airspace extending upward
from the surface to and including 2,700 feet
MSL within a 5.2-mile radius of Lawson
Army Airfield (Ft. Benning) and that airspace
within 1 mile each side of the 145° bearing
from the AAF extending from the 5.2-mile
radius to 6.8 miles southeast of the AAF.
This Class D airspace 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 Chart Supplement.
Environmental Review
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Paragraph 6002 Class E Airspace Areas
Designated as a Surface Area
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ASO GA E2
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 5–6.5a. 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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Columbus Airport, GA
(Lat 32°30′59″ N, long. 84°56′20″ W)
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning), GA
(Lat. 32°19′54″ N, long. 84°59′14″ W)
That airspace extending upward from the
surface within a 4.4-mile radius of Columbus
Airport; and that airspace within a 5.2-mile
radius of Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) and
that airspace within 1 mile each side of the
145° bearing from the AAF extending from
the 5.2-mile radius to 6.8 miles southeast of
the AAF. This Class E 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
Chart Supplement.
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Paragraph 6004 Class E Airspace
Designated as an Extension to a Class D
Surface Area.
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ASO GA E4 Columbus, GA [New]
Columbus Airport, GA
(Lat 32°30′59″ N, long. 84°56′20″ W)
That airspace extending upward from the
surface within 1 mile each side of the 234°
bearing from the airport extending from the
4.4-mile radius to 7.1 miles southwest of the
airport.
Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace Areas
Extending Upward From 700 Feet or More
Above the Surface of the Earth.
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ASO GA E5 Columbus, GA [Amended]
Columbus Airport, GA
(Lat 32°30′59″ N, long. 84°56′20″ W)
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning), GA
(Lat. 32°19′54″ N, long. 84°59′14″ W)
That airspace extending upward from 700
feet above the surface within a 9.6-mile
radius of Columbus Airport; and within a
9.3-mile radius of Lawson AAF (Fort
Benning), and within 3.8 miles each side of
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) 341° bearing
from the AAF extending from the 9.3-mile
radius to 15.2 miles northwest of the AAF,
and 4.1 miles each side of the Lawson AAF
(Fort Benning) 145° bearing from the AAF
extending from the 9.3-mile radius to 10.6
miles southeast of the AAF.
Issued in College Park, Georgia, on January
10, 2022.
Andreese C. Davis,
Manager, Airspace & Procedures Team South,
Eastern Service Center, Air Traffic
Organization.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 71
[Docket No. FAA–2021–0742; Airspace
Docket No. 21–ASW–16]
RIN 2120–AA66
Amendment Class E Airspace;
Bonham, TX
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
This action amends the Class
E airspace at Bonham, TX. This action
is the result of an airspace review due
to the decommissioning of the Bonham
non-directional beacon (NDB). The
geographic coordinates of the airport are
also being updated to coincide with the
FAA’s aeronautical database.
DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, March 24,
2022. The Director of the Federal
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 71
[Docket No. FAA-2021-0589; Airspace Docket No. 21-ASO-23]
RIN 2120-AA66
Amendment and Establishment of Class D and Class E Airspace;
Columbus, GA
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: This action amends Class D airspace, Class E surface area, and
Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface for
Columbus Airport and Lawson Army Air Field (AAF) (Fort Benning),
Columbus, GA. This action merges Columbus Airport and Lawson AAF (Fort
Benning) Class D airspace and Class E surface area airspace into one
header under FAA Order JO 7400.11 and removes the header Columbus
Lawson AAF under FAA Order JO 7400.11. This action also amends Columbus
Airport's Class D by updating the name of Columbus Airport, (formerly
Columbus Metropolitan Airport) and updating the name of Lawson Army
Airfield (Fort Benning), (formerly Columbus Lawson AAF); the Lawson AAF
(Fort Benning) Class D is amended by establishing an extension to the
southeast. This action establishes Class E airspace designated as an
extension to a Class D surface area for Columbus Airport, Columbus, GA.
The Columbus Airport Class E surface area extension is eliminated and
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) Class E surface area is amended by
establishing an extension to the southeast. Columbus Class E airspace
extending upward from 700 feet above the surface and Lawson AAF (Fort
Benning) Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the
surface is amended by increasing the radii and removing the Lawson Very
High Frequency Omnidirectional Range with Distance Measuring Equipment
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(VOR/DME) and Lawson Localizer (LOC) from the description. In addition,
this action also makes an editorial change replacing the term Airport/
Facility Directory with the term Chart Supplement in the legal
descriptions of associated Class D airspace and Class E surface area.
In addition, this action updates the geographic coordinates of the
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) to coincide with the FAA's database.
Controlled airspace is necessary for the safety and management of
instrument flight rules (IFR) operations in the area.
DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, March 24, 2022. 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 JO 7400.11 and
publication of conforming amendments.
ADDRESSES: FAA Order JO 7400.11F, 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 JO 7400.11F at NARA, email
[email protected] or go to https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: John Goodson, Operations Support
Group, Eastern Service Center, Federal Aviation Administration, 1701
Columbia Ave., College Park, GA 30337; Telephone (404) 305-5966.
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 D airspace, amends Class E Surface airspace, amends
Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface, and
establishes Class E airspace designated as an Extension to a Class D
Surface Area for Columbus, GA, to support IFR operations in the area.
History
The FAA published a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal
Register (86 FR 58819, October 25, 2021) for Docket No. FAA-2021-0589
to amend Class D airspace, amend Class E Surface airspace, amend Class
E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface, and
establishes Class E airspace designated as an Extension to a Class D
Surface Area for Columbus, GA.
Subsequent to publication, the FAA found the names of Lawson AAF
(AAF) required updating. The correct name is Lawson AAF (Fort Benning).
This action makes the update.
Interested parties were invited to participate in this rulemaking
effort by submitting written comments on the proposal to the FAA. Two
comments were received, one comment was positive and one comment was a
blank submission.
Class D airspace and Class E airspace designations are published in
Paragraph 5000, 6002, 6004, and 6005 respectively, of FAA Order JO
7400.11F, dated August 10, 2021, and effective September 15, 2021,
which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class D and
Class E airspace designations listed in this document will be published
subsequently in FAA Order JO 7400.11F.
Availability and Summary of Documents for Incorporation by Reference
This document amends FAA Order JO 7400.11F, Airspace Designations
and Reporting Points, dated August 10, 2021, and effective September
15, 2021. FAA Order JO 7400.11F is publicly available as listed in the
ADDRESSES section of this document. FAA Order JO 7400.11F lists Class
A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, air traffic routes, and reporting
points.
The Rule
The FAA is amending 14 CFR part 71 by amending Class D, Class E
surface area, and Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above
the surface at Columbus Airport, Columbus, GA, and Lawson AAF (Fort
Benning), Columbus, GA. This action merges Columbus Airport and Lawson
AAF (Fort Benning) Class D airspace and Class E surface area airspace
into one header under FAA Order JO 7400.11 and removes the header
Columbus Lawson AAF under FAA Order JO 7400.11. This action establishes
Class E airspace designated as an extension to a Class D surface area
at Columbus Airport, Columbus, GA.
The Columbus Airport Class D airspace is amended by eliminating the
extension to the southwest and updating the name to Columbus Airport
(previously Columbus Metropolitan Airport). This action also makes the
editorial change replacing the term Airport/Facility Directory with the
term Chart Supplement in the legal description.
The Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) Class D airspace is amended by
establishing an extension within 1.0 mile each side of the 145[deg]
bearing from the AAF extending from the 5.2-mile radius to 6.8 miles
southeast of the AAF and updating the name to Lawson AAF (Fort
Benning), (previously Columbus Lawson AAF). This action also makes the
editorial change replacing the term Airport/Facility Directory with the
term Chart Supplement in the legal description. In addition, this
action also updates the geographic coordinates to coincide with the
FAA's database.
The Columbus Airport Class E surface area is amended by eliminating
the extension to the southwest. This action also makes the editorial
change replacing the term Airport/Facility Directory with the term
Chart Supplement in the legal description.
The Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) Class E surface area is amended by
establishing an extension within 1.0 mile each side of the 145[deg]
bearing from the AAF extending from the 5.2-mile radius to 6.8 miles
southeast of the AAF. This action also makes an editorial change
replacing the term Airport/Facility Directory with the term Chart
Supplement in the legal description. In addition, this action also
updates the geographic coordinates to coincide with the FAA's database.
The Columbus, GA Class E airspace designated as an extension to a
Class D surface area at for Columbus Airport is established by adding
that airspace extending upward from the surface within 1 mile each side
of the 234[deg] bearing from the airport extending from the 4.4-mile
radius to 7.1 miles southwest of the airport.
The Columbus, GA Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet
above the surface is amended by increasing the radius of Columbus
Airport to 9.6 miles, (previously 6.8 miles) and eliminating the
extension to the southeast.
The Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) Class E airspace extending upward
from 700 feet above the surface is amended by increasing the radius to
9.3 miles,
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(previously 7.6 miles), eliminating the Lawson VOR/DME and Lawson LOC
from the description, adding the airspace within 3.8 miles each side of
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) 341[deg] bearing from the AAF extending from
the 9.3-mile radius to 15.2 miles northwest of the AAF, and 4.1 miles
each side of the Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) 145[deg] bearing from the
AAF extending from the 9.3-mile radius to 10.6 miles southeast of the
AAF.
Class D and E airspace designations are published in Paragraphs
5000, 6002, 6004, and 6005, respectively, of FAA Order JO 7400.11F,
dated August 10, 2021, and effective September 15, 2021, which is
incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class D and E airspace
designations listed in this document will be published subsequently in
the Order.
FAA Order JO 7400.11, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points,
is published yearly and effective on September 15.
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.
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 minimal. Since this is a routine matter that only
affects air traffic procedures an 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 5-6.5a. 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 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]
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2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order JO
7400.11F, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 10,
2021, and effective September 15, 2021, is amended as follows:
Paragraph 5000 Class D Airspace.
* * * * *
ASO GA D Columbus, GA [Amended]
Columbus Airport, GA
(Lat 32[deg]30'59'' N, long. 84[deg]56'20'' W)
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning), GA
(Lat. 32[deg]19'54'' N, long. 84[deg]59'14'' W)
That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including
2,900 feet MSL within a 4.4-mile radius of the Columbus Airport; and
that airspace extending upward from the surface to and including
2,700 feet MSL within a 5.2-mile radius of Lawson Army Airfield (Ft.
Benning) and that airspace within 1 mile each side of the 145[deg]
bearing from the AAF extending from the 5.2-mile radius to 6.8 miles
southeast of the AAF. This Class D airspace 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 Chart Supplement.
Paragraph 6002 Class E Airspace Areas Designated as a Surface Area
* * * * *
ASO GA E2 Columbus, GA [Amended]
Columbus Airport, GA
(Lat 32[deg]30'59'' N, long. 84[deg]56'20'' W)
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning), GA
(Lat. 32[deg]19'54'' N, long. 84[deg]59'14'' W)
That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4.4-
mile radius of Columbus Airport; and that airspace within a 5.2-mile
radius of Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) and that airspace within 1 mile
each side of the 145[deg] bearing from the AAF extending from the
5.2-mile radius to 6.8 miles southeast of the AAF. This Class E
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 Chart
Supplement.
Paragraph 6004 Class E Airspace Designated as an Extension to a
Class D Surface Area.
* * * * *
ASO GA E4 Columbus, GA [New]
Columbus Airport, GA
(Lat 32[deg]30'59'' N, long. 84[deg]56'20'' W)
That airspace extending upward from the surface within 1 mile
each side of the 234[deg] bearing from the airport extending from
the 4.4-mile radius to 7.1 miles southwest of the airport.
Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace Areas Extending Upward From 700
Feet or More Above the Surface of the Earth.
* * * * *
ASO GA E5 Columbus, GA [Amended]
Columbus Airport, GA
(Lat 32[deg]30'59'' N, long. 84[deg]56'20'' W)
Lawson AAF (Fort Benning), GA
(Lat. 32[deg]19'54'' N, long. 84[deg]59'14'' W)
That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface
within a 9.6-mile radius of Columbus Airport; and within a 9.3-mile
radius of Lawson AAF (Fort Benning), and within 3.8 miles each side
of Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) 341[deg] bearing from the AAF extending
from the 9.3-mile radius to 15.2 miles northwest of the AAF, and 4.1
miles each side of the Lawson AAF (Fort Benning) 145[deg] bearing
from the AAF extending from the 9.3-mile radius to 10.6 miles
southeast of the AAF.
Issued in College Park, Georgia, on January 10, 2022.
Andreese C. Davis,
Manager, Airspace & Procedures Team South, Eastern Service Center, Air
Traffic Organization.
[FR Doc. 2022-00651 Filed 1-14-22; 8:45 am]
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