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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Airspace Docket No. 94-AGL-16]

 

Modification of Class D Airspace; and Establishment of Class E 
Airspace; Rockford, IL, Cincinnati, OH, Jackson, MI, Saginaw, MI, 
Traverse City, MI, Sioux Falls, SD, and Rochester, MN

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.

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SUMMARY: This action modifies Class D airspace areas at Greater 
Rockford Airport, Rockford, IL, Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken 
Field, Cincinnati, OH, Jackson County-Reynolds Field, Jackson, MI, Tri 
City International Airport, Saginaw, MI, Cherry Capital Airport, 
Traverse City, MI, Joe Foss Field, Sioux Falls, SD, and Rochester 
Municipal Airport, Rochester, MN, by amending the areas' effective 
hours to coincide with the associated control tower's hours of 
operation. This action also establishes Class E airspace at these areas 
when the associated control tower is closed. The intended effect of 
this action is to clarify when two-way radio communication with these 
air traffic control towers is required and to provide adequate Class E 
airspace for instrument approach procedures when these control towers 
are closed.

DATES: Effective date: 0901 u.t.c., June 23, 1994.
    Comment date: Comments must be received on or before June 16, 1994.

ADDRESSES: Send comments on the rule in triplicate to:

Manager, Air Traffic Division, System Management Branch, AGL-530, 
Docket No. 94-AGL-16, Federal Aviation Administration, 2300 East 
Devon Avenue, Des Plaines, Illinois 60018.
    The official docket may be examined in the Office of the 
Assistant Chief Counsel, Federal Aviation Administration, 2300 E. 
Devon Avenue, Des Plaines, Illinois.

    An informal docket may also be examined during normal business 
hours at the address listed above.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Angeline D. Perri, Air Traffic 
Division, System Management Branch, AGL-530, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 2300 East Devon Avenue, Des Plaines, Illinois 60018, 
telephone (708) 294-7571.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Request for Comments on the Rule

    Although this action is a final rule, and was not preceded by 
notice and public procedure, comments are invited on the rule. This 
rule will become effective on the date specified in the ``DATES'' 
section. However, after the review of the comments and, if the FAA 
finds that further changes are appropriate, it will initiate rulemaking 
proceedings to extend the effective date of the rule or amend the 
regulation.
    Comments that provide the factual basis supporting the views and 
suggestions presented are particularly helpful in evaluating the 
effects of the rule, and in determining whether additional rulemaking 
is required. Comments are specifically invited on the overall 
regulatory, aeronautical, economic, environmental, and energy-related 
aspects of the rule which might suggest the need to modify the rule.

The Rule

    This amendment to part 71 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 
CFR part 71) modifies the Class D airspace areas at Greater Rockford 
Airport, Rockford, IL, Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field, 
Cincinnati, OH, Jackson County-Reynolds Field, Jackson, MI, Tri City 
International Airport, Saginaw, MI, Cherry Capital Airport, Traverse 
City, MI, Joe Foss Field, Sioux Falls, SD, and Rochester Municipal 
Airport, Rochester, MN, by amending the areas' effective hours to 
coincide with the associated control tower's hours of operation. This 
action also establishes Class E airspace at these areas when the 
associated control tower is closed. Prior to Airspace Reclassification, 
an airport traffic area (ATA) and a control zone (CZ) existed at these 
airports. However, Airspace Reclassification, effective September 16, 
1993, discontinued the use of the term ``airport traffic area'' and 
``control zone,'' replacing them with the designation ``Class D 
airspace.'' The former CZ was continuous, while the former ATA was 
contingent upon the operation of the air traffic control tower. The 
consolidation of the ATA and CZ into a single Class D airspace 
designation makes it necessary to modify the effective hours of the 
Class D airspace to coincide with the control tower's hours of 
operation. This action also establishes Class E airspace during the 
hours the control tower is closed. The intended effect of this action 
is to clarify when two-way radio communication with these air traffic 
control towers is required and to provide adequate Class E airspace for 
instrument approach procedures when these control towers are closed.
    The coordinates for this airspace docket are based on North 
American Datum 83. Class D and E airspace designations are published in 
Paragraphs 5000 and 6002, respectively, of FAA Order 7400.9A dated June 
17, 1993, and effective September 16, 1993, which is incorporated by 
reference in 14 CFR 71.1 (58 FR 36298; July 6, 1993). The Class D and E 
airspace designations listed in this document will be published 
subsequently in the Order. Under the circumstances presented, the FAA 
concludes that there is an immediate need to modify these Class D and 
establish these Class E airspace areas in order to promote the safe and 
efficient handling of air traffic in these areas. Therefore, I find 
that notice and public procedures under 5 U.S.C. 553(b) are 
impracticable and contrary to the public interest.
    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. 
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 rule will not have a significant economic impact on 
a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the 
Regulatory Flexibility Act.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71

    Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air).

Adoption of the Amendment

    In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation 
Administration amends 14 CFR part 71 as follows:

PART 71--[AMENDED]

    1. The authority citation for part 71 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. app. 1348(a), 1354(a), 1510; E.O. 10854, 24 
FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959-1963 Comp., p. 389; 49 U.S.C. 106(g); 14 CFR 
11.69.


Sec. 71.1  [Amended]

    2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of the Federal 
Aviation Administration Order 7400.9A, Airspace Designations and 
Reporting Points, dated June 17, 1993, and effective September 16, 
1993, is amended as follows:

Paragraph 5000  General
* * * * *

AGL IL D  Rockford, IL [Revised]

Rockford, Greater Rockford Airport, IL
    (lat. 42 deg.11'46''N., long. 89 deg.05'38''W.)
Greater Rockford ILS Localizer
    (lat. 42 deg.12'36''N., long. 89 deg.05'17''W.)
GILMY LOM
    (lat. 42 deg.06'52''N., long. 89 deg.05'55''W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
3,200 feet MSL within a 4.4-mile radius of the Greater Rockford 
Airport and within 1.8 miles each side of the Greater Rockford 
Runway 36 ILS localizer course, extending south from the 4.4-mile 
radius to the GILMY LOM. This Class D airspace area is effective 
during the specific dates and times established in advance by a 
Notice to Airmen. The effective dates and times will thereafter be 
continuously published in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AGL OH D  Cincinnati, OH [Revised]

Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field, OH
    (lat. 39 deg.06'12''N., long. 84 deg.25'07''W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
3,000 feet MSL within a 4.1-mile radius of Cincinnati Municipal 
Airport Lunken Field, excluding that airspace within the Cincinnati/
Northern Kentucky International Airport, KY Class C airspace area. 
This Class D airspace area is effective during the specific dates 
and times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The 
effective dates and times will thereafter be continuously published 
in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AGL MI D  Jackson, MI [Revised]

Jackson County-Reynolds Field, MI
    (lat. 42 deg.15'35''N., long. 84 deg.27'34''W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
3,500 feet MSL within a 4-mile radius of Jackson County-Reynolds 
Field. This Class D airspace area is effective during the specific 
dates and times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The 
effective dates and times will thereafter be continuously published 
in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AGL MI D  Saginaw, MI [Revised]

Saginaw, Tri City International Airport, MI
    (lat. 43 deg.31'58''N., long. 84 deg.04'47''W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
3,200 feet MSL within a 4.8-mile radius of Tri-City International 
Airport. This Class D airspace area is effective during the specific 
dates and times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The 
effective dates and times will thereafter be continuously published 
in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AGL MI D  Traverse City, MI [Revised]

Traverse City, Cherry Capital Airport, MI
    (lat. 44 deg.44'27''N., long. 85 deg.34'57''W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
3,100 feet MSL within a 4.4-mile radius of Cherry Capital Airport. 
This Class D airspace area is effective during the specific dates 
and times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The 
effective dates and times will thereafter be continuously published 
in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AGL SD D  Sioux Falls, SD [Revised]

Sioux Falls, Joe Foss Field, SD
    (lat. 43 deg.34'53''N., long. 96 deg.44'30''W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
3,900 feet MSL within a 4.4-mile radius of Joe Foss Field. This 
Class D airspace area is effective during the specific dates and 
times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective 
dates and times will thereafter be continuously published in the 
Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AGL MN D  Rochester, MN [Revised]

Rochester Municipal Airport, MN
    (lat. 43 deg.54'32''N., long. 92 deg.29'53''W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
3,800 feet MSL within a 4.2-mile radius of Rochester Municipal 
Airport. This Class D airspace area is effective during the specific 
dates and times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The 
effective dates and times will thereafter be continuously published 
in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *
Paragraph 6002  Class E airspace areas designated as a surface area 
for an airport
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AGL IL E2  Rockford, IL [New]

Rockford, Greater Rockford Airport, IL
    (lat. 42 deg.11'46''N., long. 89 deg.05'38''W.)
Greater Rockford ILS Localizer
    (lat. 42 deg.12'36''N., long. 89 deg.05'17''W.)
GILMY LOM
    (lat. 42 deg.06'52''N., long. 89 deg.05'55''W.)

    Within a 4.4-mile radius of the Greater Rockford Airport and 
within 1.8 miles each side of the Greater Rockford Runway 36 ILS 
localizer course, extending south from the 4.4-mile radius to the 
GILMY LOM. This Class E airspace area is effective during the 
specific dates and times established in advance by a Notice to 
Airmen. The effective dates and times will thereafter be 
continuously published in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AGL OH E2  Cincinnati, OH [New]

Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field, OH
    (lat. 39 deg.06'12''N., long. 84 deg.25'07''W.)

    Within a 4.1-mile radius of Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken 
Field, excluding that airspace within the Cincinnati/Northern 
Kentucky International Airport, KY, Class C airspace area. This 
Class E airspace area is effective during the specific dates and 
times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective 
dates and times will thereafter be continuously published in the 
Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AGL MI E2  Jackson, MI [New]

Jackson County-Reynolds Field, MI
    (lat. 42 deg.15'35''N., long. 84 deg.27'34''W.)

    Within a 4-mile radius of Jackson County Reynolds Field. This 
Class E airspace area is effective during the specific dates and 
times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective 
dates and times will thereafter be continuously published in the 
Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AGL MI E2  Saginaw, MI [New]

Saginaw, Tri City, International Airport, MI
    (lat. 43 deg.31'58''N., long. 84 deg.04'47''W.)

    Within a 4.8-mile radius of Tri-City International Airport. This 
Class E airspace area is effective during the specific dates and 
times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective 
dates and times will thereafter be continuously published in the 
Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AGL MI E2 Traverse City, MI [New]

Traverse City, Cherry Capital Airport, MI
    (lat. 44 deg.44'27''N., long. 85 deg.34'57''W.)

    Within a 4.4-mile radius of Cherry Capital Airport. This Class E 
airspace area is effective during the specific dates and times 
established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective dates 
and times will thereafter be continuously published in the Airport/
Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AGL SD E2  Sioux Falls, SD [New]

Sioux Falls, Joe Foss Field, SD
    (lat. 43 deg.34'53''N., long. 96 deg.44'30''W.)

    Within a 4.4-mile radius of Joe Foss Field. This Class E 
airspace area is effective during the specific dates and times 
established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective dates 
and times will thereafter be continuously published in the Airport/
Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AGL MN E2  Rochester, MN [New]

Rochester Municipal Airport, MN
    (lat. 43 deg.54'32''N., long. 92 deg.29'53''W.)

    Within a 4.2-mile radius of Rochester Municipal Airport. This 
Class E airspace area is effective during the specific dates and 
times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective 
dates and times will thereafter be continuously published in the 
Airport/Facility Directory.
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    Issued in Des Plaines, Illinois on May 5, 1994.
Roger Wall,
Manager, Air Traffic Division.
[FR Doc. 94-11718 Filed 5-12-94; 8:45 am]
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