Modification of Class E Airspace; Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial Airport, Tanana, AK, 30687-30689 [2023-10184]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 92 / Friday, May 12, 2023 / Proposed Rules (c) Applicability This AD applies to all MHI RJ Aviation ULC (type certificate previously held by Bombardier Inc.) airplanes, certificated in any category, identified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (5) of this AD. (1) Model CL–600–2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) airplanes. (2) Model CL–600–2C11 (Regional Jet Series 550) airplanes. (3) Model CL–600–2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes. (4) Model CL–600–2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes. (5) Model CL–600–2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 26, Fire Protection. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a manufacturing quality escape concerning the installation of the Halon metering device on certain cargo fire extinguisher containers. The FAA is issuing this AD to address an increased Halon mass flow rate through the metering device during discharge, which could reduce the duration of the Halon flow. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, when combined with a cargo fire, could lead to a reduction in the fire extinguishing and suppression capabilities of the fire protection system. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with PROPOSALS1 (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection and Replacement Within 1,000 flight hours or 6 months, whichever occurs first from the effective date of this AD, inspect the serial numbers of the high rate of discharge (HRD) and low rate of discharge (LRD) cargo fire extinguisher containers in accordance with Section 2.B. of the Accomplishment Instructions of MHIRJ Service Bulletin 670BA–26–014, dated July 28, 2022. A review of airplane maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of this inspection if the serial number of the HRD and LRD cargo fire extinguisher containers can be conclusively determined from that review. (1) If neither of the HRD or the LRD container serial numbers is listed in Section 2.B. of the Accomplishment Instructions of MHIRJ Service Bulletin 670BA–26–014, dated July 28, 2022, no further work is required by this paragraph. (2) If the serial numbers of both the HRD and LRD containers are listed in Section 2.B. of the Accomplishment Instructions of MHIRJ Service Bulletin 670BA–26–014, dated July 28, 2022: Within 4,500 flight hours from the effective date of this AD, replace the HRD and LRD cargo fire extinguisher containers in accordance with Section 2.B. of the Accomplishment Instructions of the MHIRJ Service Bulletin 670BA–26–014, dated July 28, 2022. (3) If the serial number of either the HRD or the LRD container, but not both, is listed in Section 2.B. of the Accomplishment Instructions of MHIRJ Service Bulletin VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:42 May 11, 2023 Jkt 259001 670BA–26–014, dated July 28, 2022: Within 8,800 flight hours from the effective date of this AD, replace the affected HRD or LRD cargo fire extinguisher container in accordance with Section 2.B. of the Accomplishment Instructions of MHIRJ Service Bulletin 670BA–26–014, dated July 28, 2022. (h) Parts Installation Limitation As of the effective date of this AD, it is prohibited to install an HRD or LRD cargo fire extinguisher container with a serial number listed in Section 2.B. of the Accomplishment Instructions of MHIRJ Service Bulletin 670BA–26–014, dated July 28, 2022, unless the cargo fire extinguisher container is ink-stamped with a circled ‘‘G’’ adjacent to the nameplate, signifying the incorporation of Kidde Service Bulletin Fire Extinguisher–26–A dated April 4, 2022. (i) Additional AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New York ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or responsible Flight Standards Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the New York ACO Branch, mail it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, at the address identified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD or email to: 9-avs-nyaco-cos@faa.gov. If mailing information, also submit information by email. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the responsible Flight Standards Office. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain instructions from a manufacturer, the instructions must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, New York ACO Branch, FAA; or Transport Canada or MHI RJ Aviation ULC’s Transport Canada Design Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized signature. (j) Additional Information (1) Refer to Transport Canada AD CF– 2022–66, dated December 8, 2022, for related information. This Transport Canada AD may be found in the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA–2023–1040. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Chirayu Gupta, Aerospace Engineer, Mechanical Systems and Administrative Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–228– 7300; email 9-avs-nyaco-cos@faa.gov. (k) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 30687 (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) MHIRJ Service Bulletin 670BA–26–014, dated July 28, 2022. (ii) [Reserved]. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact MHI RJ Aviation Group, Customer Response Center, 3655 Ave. des Grandes-Tourelles, Suite 110, Boisbriand, Que´bec J7H 0E2, Canada; North America tollfree telephone 833–990–7272 or direct-dial telephone 450–990–7272; fax 514–855–8501; email thd.crj@mhirj.com; website mhirj.com. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, email fr.inspection@nara.gov, or go to: www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html. Issued on May 8, 2023. Michael Linegang, Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2023–10203 Filed 5–11–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2022–1471; Airspace Docket No. 22–AAL–63] RIN 2120–AA66 Modification of Class E Airspace; Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial Airport, Tanana, AK Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). AGENCY: This action proposes to modify the Class E airspace designated as a surface area and modify the Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial Airport, Tanana, AK. Additionally, this action proposes several administrative amendments to update the airport’s existing Class E airspace legal descriptions. These actions would support the safety and management of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations at the airport. DATES: Comments must be received on or before June 26, 2023. ADDRESSES: Send comments identified by FAA Docket No. FAA–2022–1471 SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\12MYP1.SGM 12MYP1 30688 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 92 / Friday, May 12, 2023 / Proposed Rules and Airspace Docket No. 22–AAL–63 using any of the following methods: * Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to www.regulations.gov and follow the online instructions for sending your comments electronically. * Mail: Send comments to Docket Operations, M–30; U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W12–140, West Building Ground Floor, Washington, DC 20590–0001. * Hand Delivery or Courier: Take comments to Docket Operations in Room W12–140 of the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. * Fax: Fax comments to Docket Operations at (202) 493–2251. Docket: Background documents or comments received may be read at www.regulations.gov at any time. Follow the online instructions for accessing the docket or go to the Docket Operations in Room W12–140 of the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. FAA Order JO 7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at www.faa.gov/air_traffic/ publications/. You may also contact the Rules and Regulations Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nathan A. Chaffman, Federal Aviation Administration, Western Service Center, Operations Support Group, 2200 South 216th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone (206) 231–3460. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with PROPOSALS1 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 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 would modify Class E airspace to support IFR VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:42 May 11, 2023 Jkt 259001 operations at Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial Airport, AK. Operations Support Group, 2200 South 216th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198. Comments Invited The FAA invites interested persons to participate in this rulemaking by submitting written comments, data, or views. Comments are specifically invited on the overall regulatory, aeronautical, economic, environmental, and energy-related aspects of the proposal. The most helpful comments reference a specific portion of the proposal, explain the reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. To ensure the docket does not contain duplicate comments, commenters should submit only one time if comments are filed electronically, or commenters should send only one copy of written comments if comments are filed in writing. The FAA will file in the docket all comments it receives, as well as a report summarizing each substantive public contact with FAA personnel concerning this proposed rulemaking. Before acting on this proposal, the FAA will consider all comments it receives on or before the closing date for comments. The FAA will consider comments filed after the comment period has closed if it is possible to do so without incurring expense or delay. The FAA may change this proposal in light of the comments it receives. Privacy: In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 553(c), DOT solicits comments from the public to better inform its rulemaking process. DOT posts these comments, without edit, including any personal information the commenter provides, to www.regulations.gov, as described in the system of records notice (DOT/ALL– 14 FDMS), which can be reviewed at www.dot.gov/privacy. Incorporation by Reference Class E2 and E5 airspace designations are published in paragraphs 6002 and 6005, respectively, of FAA Order JO 7400.11, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 on an annual basis. This document proposes to amend the current version of that order, FAA Order JO 7400.11G, dated August 19, 2022 and effective September 15, 2022. These updates would be published in the next update to FAA Order JO 7400.11. That order is publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES section of this document. FAA Order JO 7400.11G lists Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, air traffic service routes, and reporting points. Availability of Rulemaking Documents An electronic copy of this document may be downloaded through the internet at www.regulations.gov. Recently published rulemaking documents can also be accessed through the FAA’s web page at www.faa.gov/air_ traffic/publications/airspace_ amendments/. You may review the public docket containing the proposal, any comments received and any final disposition in person in the Dockets Operations office (see ADDRESSES section for address, phone number, and hours of operations). An informal docket may also be examined during normal business hours at the Northwest Mountain Regional Office of the Federal Aviation Administration, Air Traffic Organization, Western Service Center, PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 The Proposal The FAA is proposing an amendment to 14 CFR part 71 that would modify the Class E airspace designated as a surface area and modify the Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial Airport, AK. The Class E surface area airspace at the airport should be increased from a 3.9-mile radius around the airport to a 5.1-mile radius to fully contain IFR arrival operations between the surface and 1,000 feet above the surface when executing the Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) Runway (RWY) 7 approach, or the Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) RWY 7 approach. Additionally, the two existing westward extensions to the Class E surface area at the airport should be removed, as they are no longer needed for containing IFR operations. Finally, the Class E surface area should be extended 1.4 miles to the southwest to fully contain aircraft departing on the RWY 25 obstacle departure procedure (ODP) between the surface and the base of adjacent controlled airspace. The Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at the airport should also be modified. The existing Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface contains a procedure box area to the east that can be removed, as it is no longer needed. Furthermore, the airspace radius should be increased by 0.2 miles to more appropriately accommodate arriving IFR operations below 1,500 feet above the surface when executing the VOR/DME RWY 7 or RNAV (GPS) RWY 7 approaches. Lastly, the existing Class E airspace extending upward from 700 E:\FR\FM\12MYP1.SGM 12MYP1 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 92 / Friday, May 12, 2023 / Proposed Rules feet above the surface should be extended to 10.5 miles east of the airport to fully contain departing IFR operations until they reach 1,200 feet above the surface while conducting the RWY 25 ODP. The FAA proposes administrative modifications to the airport’s legal descriptions. The geographic coordinates located on line three of the text header of both the Class E surface area and Class E airspace extending from 700 feet above the surface at the airport should be updated to match the FAA’s database. The Bear Creek Nondirectional Beacon was decommissioned on December 2, 2021, and reference to it should be removed from both of the airport’s legal descriptions. Finally, reference to the Tanana VOR/DME navigational aid should be removed from both legal descriptions as it is no longer needed. Regulatory Notices and Analyses The FAA has determined that this proposed 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 so minimal. Since this is a routine matter that will only affect air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified that this proposed 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 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 JO 7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 19, 2022, and effective September 15, 2022, is amended as follows: ■ Paragraph 6002 Class E Airspace Areas Designated as a Surface Area. * * * * * AAL AK E2 Tanana, AK [Amended] Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial Airport, AK (Lat. 65°10′28″ N, long. 152°06′29″ W) That airspace within a 5.1-mile radius of the airport, and within 3.6 miles each side of the airport’s 214° bearing extending from the 5.1-mile radius to 6.5 miles southwest of the airport. This Class E airspace area is effective during the specific dates and times established in advance by a Notice to Air Missions. The effective date and time will thereafter be continuously published in the Chart Supplement. * * * * * Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace Areas Extending Upward From 700 Feet or More Above the Surface of the Earth. * * * * * AAL AK E5 Tanana, AK [Amended] Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial Airport, AK (Lat. 65°10′28″ N, long. 152°06′29″ W) That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface within a 6.6-mile radius of the airport, and within 1.9 miles each side of the airport’s 082° bearing extending from the 6.6-mile radius to 10.5 miles east of the airport; that airspace extending upward from 1,200 feet above the surface within a 73-mile radius of the airport. * * * * * Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on May 9, 2023. B.G. Chew, Group Manager, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center. This proposal will be subject to an environmental analysis in accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F, ‘‘Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures’’ prior to any FAA final regulatory action. [FR Doc. 2023–10184 Filed 5–11–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71 lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with PROPOSALS1 PART 71—DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D, AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air). POSTAL SERVICE The Proposed Amendment 39 CFR Part 20 In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration proposes to amend 14 CFR part 71 as follows: Known Mailer and Exceptions VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:42 May 11, 2023 Jkt 259001 Postal ServiceTM. ACTION: Proposed rule. AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 30689 The Postal Service proposes amending Mailing Standards of the United States Postal Service, International Mail Manual (IMM®) in various sections to remove the ‘‘known mailer’’ definition and exceptions for customs declarations. DATES: Submit comments on or before June 12, 2023. ADDRESSES: Mail or deliver written comments to the Director, Product Classification, U.S. Postal Service, 475 L’Enfant Plaza SW, Room 4446, Washington, DC 20260–5015. If sending comments by email, include the name and address of the commenter and send to PCFederalRegister@usps.gov, with a subject line of ‘‘IMM Known Mailer and Exceptions.’’ Faxed comments will not be accepted. SUMMARY: Confidentiality All submitted comments and attachments are part of the public record and subject to disclosure. Do not enclose any material in your comments that you consider confidential or inappropriate for public disclosure. You may inspect and photocopy all written comments, by appointment only, at USPS® Headquarters Library, 475 L’Enfant Plaza SW, 11th Floor North, Washington, DC 20260. These records are available for review on Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., by calling 202–268–2906. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Vlad Spanu at (202) 268–4180 or Kathy Frigo at (202) 268–4178. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Postal Service proposes removing IMM section 123.62 regarding known mailers in its entirety, and other related information in the IMM associated with known mailers, as noted in this article. This proposal helps align postal regulations with current customs policy. Associated revisions to the DMM will be published separately. Although exempt from the notice and comment requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act (5 U.S.C. 553(b), (c)) regarding proposed rulemaking by 39 U.S.C. 410(a), the Postal Service invites public comment on the following proposed revisions to Mailing Standards of the United States Postal Service, International Mail Manual (IMM), incorporated by reference in the Code of Federal Regulations. See 39 CFR 20.1. We will publish an appropriate amendment to 39 CFR part 20 to reflect these changes. List of Subjects in 39 CFR Part 20 Administrative practice and procedure, Postal Service. E:\FR\FM\12MYP1.SGM 12MYP1

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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 92 (Friday, May 12, 2023)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 30687-30689]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2023-10184]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Docket No. FAA-2022-1471; Airspace Docket No. 22-AAL-63]
RIN 2120-AA66


Modification of Class E Airspace; Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial 
Airport, Tanana, AK

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: This action proposes to modify the Class E airspace designated 
as a surface area and modify the Class E airspace extending upward from 
700 feet above the surface at Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial Airport, 
Tanana, AK. Additionally, this action proposes several administrative 
amendments to update the airport's existing Class E airspace legal 
descriptions. These actions would support the safety and management of 
instrument flight rules (IFR) operations at the airport.

DATES: Comments must be received on or before June 26, 2023.

ADDRESSES: Send comments identified by FAA Docket No. FAA-2022-1471

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and Airspace Docket No. 22-AAL-63 using any of the following methods:
    * Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to www.regulations.gov and follow 
the online instructions for sending your comments electronically.
    * Mail: Send comments to Docket Operations, M-30; U.S. Department 
of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W12-140, West 
Building Ground Floor, Washington, DC 20590-0001.
    * Hand Delivery or Courier: Take comments to Docket Operations in 
Room W12-140 of the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey 
Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through 
Friday, except Federal holidays.
    * Fax: Fax comments to Docket Operations at (202) 493-2251.
    Docket: Background documents or comments received may be read at 
www.regulations.gov at any time. Follow the online instructions for 
accessing the docket or go to the Docket Operations in Room W12-140 of 
the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, 
Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, 
except Federal holidays.
    FAA Order JO 7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, 
and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/. You may also contact the Rules and 
Regulations Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267-
8783.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nathan A. Chaffman, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Western Service Center, Operations Support Group, 2200 
South 216th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone (206) 231-3460.

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 
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 would modify Class E airspace to support IFR operations 
at Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial Airport, AK.

Comments Invited

    The FAA invites interested persons to participate in this 
rulemaking by submitting written comments, data, or views. Comments are 
specifically invited on the overall regulatory, aeronautical, economic, 
environmental, and energy-related aspects of the proposal. The most 
helpful comments reference a specific portion of the proposal, explain 
the reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. To 
ensure the docket does not contain duplicate comments, commenters 
should submit only one time if comments are filed electronically, or 
commenters should send only one copy of written comments if comments 
are filed in writing.
    The FAA will file in the docket all comments it receives, as well 
as a report summarizing each substantive public contact with FAA 
personnel concerning this proposed rulemaking. Before acting on this 
proposal, the FAA will consider all comments it receives on or before 
the closing date for comments. The FAA will consider comments filed 
after the comment period has closed if it is possible to do so without 
incurring expense or delay. The FAA may change this proposal in light 
of the comments it receives.
    Privacy: In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 553(c), DOT solicits comments 
from the public to better inform its rulemaking process. DOT posts 
these comments, without edit, including any personal information the 
commenter provides, to www.regulations.gov, as described in the system 
of records notice (DOT/ALL-14 FDMS), which can be reviewed at 
www.dot.gov/privacy.

Availability of Rulemaking Documents

    An electronic copy of this document may be downloaded through the 
internet at www.regulations.gov. Recently published rulemaking 
documents can also be accessed through the FAA's web page at 
www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/airspace_amendments/.
    You may review the public docket containing the proposal, any 
comments received and any final disposition in person in the Dockets 
Operations office (see ADDRESSES section for address, phone number, and 
hours of operations). An informal docket may also be examined during 
normal business hours at the Northwest Mountain Regional Office of the 
Federal Aviation Administration, Air Traffic Organization, Western 
Service Center, Operations Support Group, 2200 South 216th Street, Des 
Moines, WA 98198.

Incorporation by Reference

    Class E2 and E5 airspace designations are published in paragraphs 
6002 and 6005, respectively, of FAA Order JO 7400.11, Airspace 
Designations and Reporting Points, which is incorporated by reference 
in 14 CFR 71.1 on an annual basis. This document proposes to amend the 
current version of that order, FAA Order JO 7400.11G, dated August 19, 
2022 and effective September 15, 2022. These updates would be published 
in the next update to FAA Order JO 7400.11. That order is publicly 
available as listed in the ADDRESSES section of this document.
    FAA Order JO 7400.11G lists Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas, 
air traffic service routes, and reporting points.

The Proposal

    The FAA is proposing an amendment to 14 CFR part 71 that would 
modify the Class E airspace designated as a surface area and modify the 
Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at 
Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial Airport, AK.
    The Class E surface area airspace at the airport should be 
increased from a 3.9-mile radius around the airport to a 5.1-mile 
radius to fully contain IFR arrival operations between the surface and 
1,000 feet above the surface when executing the Very High Frequency 
Omnidirectional Range/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) Runway 
(RWY) 7 approach, or the Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning 
System (GPS) RWY 7 approach. Additionally, the two existing westward 
extensions to the Class E surface area at the airport should be 
removed, as they are no longer needed for containing IFR operations. 
Finally, the Class E surface area should be extended 1.4 miles to the 
southwest to fully contain aircraft departing on the RWY 25 obstacle 
departure procedure (ODP) between the surface and the base of adjacent 
controlled airspace.
    The Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the 
surface at the airport should also be modified. The existing Class E 
airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface contains a 
procedure box area to the east that can be removed, as it is no longer 
needed. Furthermore, the airspace radius should be increased by 0.2 
miles to more appropriately accommodate arriving IFR operations below 
1,500 feet above the surface when executing the VOR/DME RWY 7 or RNAV 
(GPS) RWY 7 approaches. Lastly, the existing Class E airspace extending 
upward from 700

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feet above the surface should be extended to 10.5 miles east of the 
airport to fully contain departing IFR operations until they reach 
1,200 feet above the surface while conducting the RWY 25 ODP.
    The FAA proposes administrative modifications to the airport's 
legal descriptions. The geographic coordinates located on line three of 
the text header of both the Class E surface area and Class E airspace 
extending from 700 feet above the surface at the airport should be 
updated to match the FAA's database. The Bear Creek Non-directional 
Beacon was decommissioned on December 2, 2021, and reference to it 
should be removed from both of the airport's legal descriptions. 
Finally, reference to the Tanana VOR/DME navigational aid should be 
removed from both legal descriptions as it is no longer needed.

Regulatory Notices and Analyses

    The FAA has determined that this proposed 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 so minimal. Since this is a routine matter that 
will only affect air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is 
certified that this proposed 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

    This proposal will be subject to an environmental analysis in 
accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F, ``Environmental Impacts: Policies 
and Procedures'' prior to any FAA final regulatory action.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71

    Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air).

The Proposed Amendment

    In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation 
Administration proposes to amend 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(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 
7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 19, 
2022, and effective September 15, 2022, is amended as follows:

Paragraph 6002 Class E Airspace Areas Designated as a Surface Area.

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AAL AK E2 Tanana, AK [Amended]

Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial Airport, AK
    (Lat. 65[deg]10'28'' N, long. 152[deg]06'29'' W)

    That airspace within a 5.1-mile radius of the airport, and 
within 3.6 miles each side of the airport's 214[deg] bearing 
extending from the 5.1-mile radius to 6.5 miles southwest of the 
airport. This Class E airspace area is effective during the specific 
dates and times established in advance by a Notice to Air Missions. 
The effective date and time will thereafter be continuously 
published in the Chart Supplement.
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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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AAL AK E5 Tanana, AK [Amended]

Ralph M. Calhoun Memorial Airport, AK
    (Lat. 65[deg]10'28'' N, long. 152[deg]06'29'' W)

    That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface 
within a 6.6-mile radius of the airport, and within 1.9 miles each 
side of the airport's 082[deg] bearing extending from the 6.6-mile 
radius to 10.5 miles east of the airport; that airspace extending 
upward from 1,200 feet above the surface within a 73-mile radius of 
the airport.
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    Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on May 9, 2023.
B.G. Chew,
Group Manager, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center.
[FR Doc. 2023-10184 Filed 5-11-23; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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