[Federal Register: February 19, 2009 (Volume 74, Number 32)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Page 7646]
From the Federal Register Online via GPO Access [wais.access.gpo.gov]
[DOCID:fr19fe09-4]
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 71
[Docket No. FAA-2009-0001; Airspace Docket No. 09-ASW-2]
Revocation of Class E Airspace; Altus AFB, OK
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
SUMMARY: This action removes the Class E airspace area designated as an
extension to a Class D surface area at Altus AFB, OK. This airspace has
been incorporated into the Altus AFB Class D airspace area under
separate rulemaking actions.
DATES: Effective Date: 0901 UTC, February 19, 2009. 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 7400.9 and
publication of conforming amendments.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Scott Enander, Central Service Center,
Operations Support Group, Federal Aviation Administration, Southwest
Region, 2601 Meacham Blvd., Ft. Worth, TX 76193-0530; telephone (817)
321-7716.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
History
On August 6, 2008, the FAA published in the Federal Register a
direct final rule to amend Class D and Class E airspace at Altus AFB,
OK (73 FR 45605, Docket No. FAA-2008-0339). This amendment extended the
Class D airspace, removing the need for Class E extensions to the Class
D airspace area. This airspace has been incorporated into the Altus
AFB, OK, Class D airspace area under a separate rulemaking action,
which was published on September 29, 2008 and became effective November
20, 2008 (73 FR 56473).
Interested parties were invited to participate in this rulemaking
effort by submitting written comments on the proposal to the FAA. No
comments were received. Class E airspace designations are published in
paragraph 6004 of FAA Order 7400.9S signed October 3, 2008, and
effective October 31, 2008, which is incorporated by reference in 14
CFR Part 71.1. The Class E airspace designations listed in this
document will be published subsequently in that Order.
The Rule
This action amends Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR)
Part 71 by revoking Class E airspace at Altus AFB, OK.
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.
Therefore, this regulation: (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 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.
The FAA's authority to issue rules regarding aviation safety is
found in Title 49 of the U.S. Code. Subtitle 1, 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 revokes controlled airspace at Altus AFB, OK.
Since this airspace area has been incorporated into Class D
airspace, and in consideration of the need to avoid confusion on the
part of pilots flying in the vicinity of Altus AFB, the FAA finds good
cause, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553(d), for making this amendment effective
in less than 30 days in order to promote the safe and efficient
handling of air traffic in the area.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71
Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air).
Adoption of the Amendment
0
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
0
1. The authority citation for 14 CFR part 71 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 24
FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959-1963 Comp., p. 389.
Sec. 71.1 [Amended]
0
2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of the Federal
Aviation Administration Order 7400.9S, Airspace Designations and
Reporting Points, signed October 3, 2008, and effective October 31,
2008, is amended as follows:
Paragraph 6004 Class E Airspace Designated as an Extension to a
Class D Surface Area.
* * * * *
ASW K E4 Altus, OK [Removed]
* * * * *
Issued in Fort Worth, TX, on February 2, 2009.
Anthony D. Roetzel,
Manager, Operations Support Group, ATO Central Service Center.
[FR Doc. E9-2987 Filed 2-18-09; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P