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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Department of Transportation, is proposing changes to the Class E airspace around Raleigh County Memorial Airport in Beckley, WV. This change is necessary because the older navigation system, the Beckley VOR, is being phased out. The proposal aims to update airspace rules to ensure flight safety and support local flight operations. Public comments on these proposed changes can be submitted until March 3, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to establish Class E airspace at Stanford/Biggerstaff Field in Stanford, Montana. This new airspace will extend upward from 700 feet above the ground, helping facilitate both departing and arriving flights using instrument flight rules (IFR) by providing a safer and more efficient airspace structure. The rule will be effective starting August 7, 2025, and does not have a significant economic impact or environmental concerns. The change aids the airport’s transition from visual to instrument navigation, enhancing safety and efficiency for aircraft operations.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has updated the Class E airspace around Giddings, Texas, as a result of removing an outdated navigation system, the Industry VOR. The modification extends the airspace's radius from 6.6 miles to 6.9 miles and updates the airport's geographic coordinates to align with FAA records. The changes ensure compliance with FAA regulations and support secure and efficient flight operations. This rule does not significantly impact small businesses and is exempt from environmental review due to its routine nature.