The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has implemented a new rule to establish Class E airspace starting 700 feet above the ground at ECU Health Bertie Hospital Heliport in Windsor, NC. This airspace designation is essential to support new area navigation (RNAV) using the global positioning system (GPS) for instrument approaches, ensuring safe and efficient instrument flight operations. The rule comes into effect on June 12, 2025, following a proposal published in 2024, to which no public comments were received. This measure is categorized as routine, with minimal expected economic impact and no significant environment effects.
Simple Explanation
The FAA has created new rules for a safe flying zone above a hospital in Windsor, NC, using special GPS for helicopter landings. This rule helps keep flying safe, and starts in June 2025, without affecting the environment or economy much.