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  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 7993
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to amend Class E airspace in Kenansville, North Carolina. This amendment involves adding controlled airspace around ECU Health Duplin Heliport, necessary for the safety and efficient management of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations. Effective from April 17, 2025, the action ensures that the designated airspace accommodates aircraft procedures by extending from 700 feet above ground within a specified radius of the heliport. The rule change is considered routine and does not have a significant economic impact or environmental effects.

    Simple Explanation

    The government made a new rule to help keep the skies safe for helicopters flying over a place called Kenansville in North Carolina. They added an invisible bubble in the sky to make sure these flying machines can fly safely using special rules from way up high.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10880
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a change to the airspace rules around Gila Bend AF Aux Airport in Arizona. This proposal aims to amend the Class D airspace around the airport by updating its geographic coordinates and to revoke the existing Class E airspace starting from 700 feet above ground, as it is no longer necessary. This update is part of a regular review of airspace. The FAA invites the public to comment on this proposal by April 9, 2021, to help refine the decision-making process.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants to change some rules about the sky near an airport in Arizona, making sure the rules match up with their latest information. They are asking people to let them know what they think, so they can make a good decision.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10803
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to modify Class E airspace at Billy Free Municipal Airport in Dumas, Arkansas. This change is part of a broader initiative triggered by the decommissioning of the Monticello VOR navigation aid, as per the VOR Minimum Operational Network Program. The amendment removes references to Monticello VOR and the city of Dumas from the airspace description to enhance the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations in the area. The rule takes effect on April 22, 2021, ensuring the updates are incorporated into FAA's official documents.

    Simple Explanation

    The government has changed the flying rules for planes at an airport in Dumas, Arkansas, to make flying safer after an old piece of equipment that helped pilots navigate was turned off.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 14196
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is correcting a previous rule that changed the Class E airspace for the ECU Health Roanoke Chowan Heliport in Ahoskie, NC. This rule was initially published on March 5, 2025. The purpose of the airspace change is to accommodate new GPS-based navigation procedures for the heliport. The main correction in this update is to change the effective date of the airspace amendment from April 17, 2025, to June 12, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is fixing a mistake in their previous rule about the sky around a hospital helipad in Ahoskie, North Carolina. They just needed to change the date when the new sky rules start from April to June.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 99064
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final rule altering the airspace classifications around Youngstown/Warren, Ohio. These changes involve adjusting Class D and Class E airspace boundaries and revoking certain Class E airspace due to the decommissioning of a navigation aid. The modifications ensure that airspace regulations align with FAA orders and support instrument flight procedures. The updates to airspace designations and descriptions are made to keep the FAA's records and procedures up to date and effective starting February 20, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA changed the rules for airplanes flying around Youngstown/Warren, Ohio, because a special navigation tool was taken away. This helps keep flying safe and organized, starting in February 2025.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 3888
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to change the Class E airspace at Wharton Regional Airport in Texas. These changes are required because the Wharton non-directional beacon (NDB) is being decommissioned, which affects navigation at the airport. Additionally, the proposal includes updating the airport’s name and geographical coordinates to align with the FAA's database. The public is invited to submit comments on this proposal by March 1, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants to change some flying rules at a small airport in Texas because an old tool for helping planes navigate is going away. They also want to make sure the airport's information is up-to-date.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 96522
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to update the airspace at Flagstaff Pullman Airport in Flagstaff, AZ. This rule modifies Class D airspace by reducing its radius and updates terms like "Notice to Airmen" to "Notice to Air Missions." It also establishes a new Class E airspace extension and removes unnecessary sections of Class E airspace. These changes are intended to support safe and efficient instrument flight operations without significant environmental or economic impact.

    Simple Explanation

    The people who help make planes fly safely have changed the rules about how airplanes can fly near a specific airport in Flagstaff, Arizona. They made some areas smaller and took away parts they don't need anymore to make flying easier and safer.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 8490
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule amending Class E airspace at Presque Isle International Airport in Maine. This rule updates the airport's name, adds AR Gould Hospital Heliport to related documentation, and aligns geographic coordinates with FAA databases. These changes are made to ensure safety and efficient use of airspace but do not affect the existing airspace boundaries or operating requirements. The rule takes effect on April 17, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA has changed some information about an airport in Maine to make sure everything is up-to-date and safe, but they're not changing how planes use the sky there.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 100302
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has implemented a final rule to update the Class E airspace at Ottumwa Regional Airport in Iowa. This change is necessary due to the removal of outdated navigation equipment and aligns the airport's official name and coordinates with the FAA's aeronautical database. The modification aims to ensure compliance with FAA standards and support safe instrument flight operations. The rule is effective from February 20, 2025, and has been determined to have minimal environmental impact and economic significance.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA decided to change the flying space rules around a small airport in Iowa because they took away an old tool used for directions and want things to match their map. This update helps planes fly safely and starts in February 2025.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10892
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing changes to the airspace around Wellsville Municipal Airport in New York. This proposal involves adjusting the Class E airspace extending from 700 feet above the airport, primarily due to the removal of certain navigation aids and to align with updated geographic coordinates. The amendment also involves minor changes to the descriptions and coverage of the airspace. Comments on the proposed changes are being solicited and must be submitted by a specified date to be considered.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is planning to change the sky rules around a small airport in Wellsville, NY, because they stopped using some old flying guides and need to update the map for pilots.

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