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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
14 CFR Part 71

[Airspace Docket No. 94-AWP-13]

 

Modification of Class D Airspace and Establishment of Class E 
Airspace

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.

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SUMMARY: This action modifies the Class D airspace areas at Prescott, 
Ernest A. Love Field, AZ, Alameda NAS (Nimitz Field), CA, Bakersfield, 
Meadows Field, CA, Lancaster, Gen. William J. Fox Airfield, CA, 
Sacramento Executive Airport, CA, Salinas Municipal Airport, CA, 
Barbers Point NAS, HI, Fallon NAS (Van Voorhis Field), NV, Point Mugu 
NAWS, CA, and El Centro NAF, CA, by amending the areas' effective hours 
to coincide with the associated control tower's hours of operation. 
This action also established Class E airspace at these area when the 
associated control tower is closed. The intended effect of this action 
is to clarify when two-way radio communication with these airport 
traffic control towers is required and to provide Class E airspace for 
instrument approach procedures when these control towers are closed.

DATES: Effective date: 0901 UTC, August 18, 1994.
    Comment date: Comments must be received on or before August 11, 
1994.

ADDRESSES: Send comments on the rule in triplicate to: Federal Aviation 
Administration, Attn: Manager, Air Traffic Division, AWP-500, Docket 
No. 94-AWP-13, P.O. Box 92007, Worldway Postal Center, Los Angeles, 
California 90009. The official docket may be examined in the Office of 
the Assistant Chief Counsel, Western-Pacific Region, Federal Aviation 
Administration, room 6007, 15000 Aviation Boulevard, Lawndale, 
California. An informal docket may also be examined during normal 
business hours at the Office of the Manager, System Management Branch, 
Air Traffic Division at the above address.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Gene Enstad, Airspace Specialist, 
System Management Branch, AWP-350, Air Traffic Division, Western-
Pacific Region, Federal Aviation Administration, 15000 Aviation 
Boulevard, Lawndale, California, 90261, telephone (310) 297-0010.

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 any 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. 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 at Prescott, Ernest A. Love 
Field, AZ, Alameda NAS (Nimitz Field), CA, Bakersfield, Meadows Field, 
CA, Lancaster, Gen. William J. Fox Airfield, CA, Sacramento Executive 
Airport, CA, Salinas Municipal Airport, CA, Barbers Point NAS, HI, 
Fallon NAS (Van Voorhis Field), NV, Point Mugu NAWS, CA, and El Centro 
NAF, CA, 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 airport traffic control tower. The consolidation of the ATA and 
CZ into a single 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 the action is to clarify when two-way radio communication 
with these airport 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

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AWP AZ D  Prescott, AZ [REVISED]

Prescott, Ernest A. Love Field, AZ
    (lat. 34 deg.39'06''N, long. 112 deg.25'18''W)
Drake VORTAC
    (lat. 34 deg.42'09''W, long. 112 deg.28'49''W)
Ernest A. Love Field Localizer
    (lat. 34 deg.38'40''N, long. 112 deg.25'49''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
7,500 feet MSL within a 3-mile radius of the Ernest A. Love Field 
and within that airspace beginning at a point where a line 2.6 miles 
southeast of and parallel to the Runway 21 localizer intercepts the 
3-mile radius east of the airport, thence clockwise via the 3-mile 
radius to a point where a line 2.6 miles west of and parallel to the 
Drake VORTAC 138 deg. radial intercepts the 3-mile radius west of 
the airport, thence northwestbound along the line 2.6 miles west of 
and parallel to the Drake VORTAC 138 deg. radial where the line 
intercepts a 6-mile radius of the Ernest A. Love Field, thence 
clockwise via the 6-mile radius to a point where the 6-mile radius 
intercepts a line 2.6 miles southeast of and parallel to the Runway 
21 localizer, thence to the point of beginning. This Class D 
airspace area is effective during the specific dates and times 
established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and 
time will thereafter be continuously published in the Airport/
Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AWP CA D  Alameda NAS, CA [REVISED]

Alameda NAS (Nimitz Field), CA
    (lat. 37 deg.47'26''N, long. 122 deg.19'32''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to but not 
including 1,500 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of Alameda NAS 
(Nimitz Field), excluding that portion within the San Francisco, CA, 
Class B airspace area surface area and the Metropolitan Oakland 
International Airport, CA, Class C airspace area surface area. This 
Class D airspace area is effective during the specific dates and 
times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective 
date and time will thereafter be continuously published in the 
Airport/Facility Director.

AWP CA D  Bakersfield, CA [REVISED]

Bakersfield, Meadows Field, CA
    (lat. 35 deg.26'01''N, long. 119 deg.03'24''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
3,000 feet MSL within a 5-mile radius of Meadows Field. This Class D 
airspace area is effective during the specific dates and times 
established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and 
time will thereafter be continuously published in the Airport/
Facility Director.
* * * * *

AWP CA D  Lancaster, CA [REVISED]

Lancaster, Gen. William J. Fox Airfield, CA
    (lat. 34 deg.44'28''NW, long. 118 deg.13'08''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
4,800 feet MSL within a 4-mile radius of Gen. William J. Fox 
Airfield. This Class D airspace area is effective during the 
specific dates and times established in advance by a Notice to 
Airmen. The effective date and time will thereafter be continuously 
published in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AWP CA D   Sacramento Executive Airport, CA [REVISED]

Sacramento Executive Airport, CA
    (lat. 38 deg.30'45''N, long. 121 deg.29'37''W)
Sacramento VORTAC
    (lat. 38 deg.26'37''N, long. 121 deg.33'06''W)
Sacramento McClellan AFB, CA
    (lat. 38 deg.40'04''N, long. 121 deg.24'02''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
2,500 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of the Sacramento Executive 
Airport and within 1.8 miles each side of the Sacramento VORTAC 
032 deg. radial, extending from the 4.3-mile radius southwest to the 
VORTAC and that airspace northeast of the Sacramento Executive 
Airport, from the Sacramento VORTAC 022 deg. radial clockwise to the 
Sacramento VORTAC 064 deg. radial extending from the Sacramento 
Executive Airport 4.3-mile radius to the Sacramento Executive 
Airport 5.8-mile radius excluding the airspace within the Sacramento 
McClellan AFB, CA, and the Sacramento Metropolitan Airport, CA, 
Class C airspace areas. This Class D airspace area is effective 
during the specific dates and times established in advance by a 
Notice to Airmen. The effective date and time will thereafter be 
continuously published in the Airport/Facility Directory.

AWP CA D  Salinas, CA [REVISED]

Salinas Municipal Airport, CA
    (lat. 36 deg.39'48''N, long. 121 deg.36'23''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and not 
including 2,500 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of the Salinas 
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 date and time will thereafter be continuously 
published in the Airport/Facility Director.
* * * * *

AWP HI D  Barbers Point NAS, HI [REVISED]

Barbers Point NAS, HI
    (lat. 21 deg.18'21''N, long. 158 deg.04'20''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
2,500 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of Barbers Point NAS, 
excluding the airspace within the Honolulu, HI, Class B 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 date and time will thereafter be continuously published in 
the Airport/Facility Directory, Pacific Chart Supplement.
* * * * *

AWP NV D  Fallon NAS, NV [REVISED]

Fallon NAS (Van Voorhis Field), NV
    (lat. 39 deg.25'00''N, long. 118 deg.42'04''W)
Fallon Municipal Airport, NV
    (lat. 39 deg.30'00''N, long. 118 deg.45'04''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
6,400 feet MSL within a 5.5-mile radius of Fallon NAS (Van Voorhis 
Field), excluding that airspace within a 1-mile radius of Fallon 
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 date and time will thereafter be continuously 
published in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AWP CA D  El Centro NAF, CA [REVISED]

El Centro NAF, CA
    (Lat. 32 deg.49'45''N, long. 115 deg.40'18''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
2,500 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of El Centro NAF. This Class 
D airspace area is effective during the specific dates and times 
established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and 
time will thereafter be continuously published in the Airport/
Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AWP CA D  Point Mugu NAWS, CA [REVISED]

    Point Mugu NAWS, CA
    (lat. 34 deg.07'13''N, long. 119 deg.07'15''W)
Point Mugu TACAN
    (lat. 34 deg.07'24''N, long. 119 deg.07'19''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 
2,500 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of the Point Mugu NAWS and 
within 1.8 miles each side of the Point Mugu TACAN 047 deg. radial, 
extending from the 4.3-mile radius to 6 miles northeast of the Point 
Mugu TACAN. This Class D airspace area is effective during the 
specific dates and times established in advance by a Notice to 
Airmen. The effective date and time will thereafter be continuously 
published in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

Paragraph 6002--Class E Airspace Areas Designated as A Surface for 
an Airport

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AWP AZ E2  Prescott, AZ [NEW]

Prescott, Ernest A. Love Field, AZ
    (lat. 34 deg.39'06''N, long 112 deg.25'18''W)
Drake VORTAC
    (lat. 34 deg.42'09''W, long 112 deg.28'49''W)
Ernest A. Love Field Localizer
    (lat. 34 deg.38'40''N, long 112 deg.25'49''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 3-mile 
radius of the Ernest A. Love Field and within that airspace 
beginning at a point where a line 2.6 miles southeast of and 
parallel to the Runway 21 localizer intercepts the 3-mile radius 
east of the airport, thence clockwise via the 3-mile radius to a 
point where a line 2.6 miles west of and parallel to the Drake 
VORTAC 138 deg. radial intercepts the 3-mile radius west of the 
airport, thence northwestbound along the line 2.6 miles west of and 
parallel to the Drake VORTAC 138 deg. radial where the line 
intercepts a 6-mile radius of the Ernest A. Love Field, thence 
clockwise via the 6-mile radius to a point where the 6-mile radius 
intercepts a line 2.6 miles southeast of and parallel to the Runway 
21 localizer, thence to the point of beginning. This Class E 
airspace is effective during the specific dates and times 
established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and 
time will thereafter be continuously published in the Airport/
Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AWP CA E2  Alameda NAS, CA [NEW]

Alameda NAS (Nimitz Field), CA
    (lat. 37 deg.47'26''N, long 122 deg.19'32''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4.3-
mile radius of Alameda NAS (Nimitz Field). This Class E airspace is 
effective during the specific dates and times established in advance 
by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and time will thereafter 
be continuously published in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AWP CA E2  Bakersfield, CA [NEW]

Bakersfield, Meadows Field, CA
    (lat. 35 deg.26'01''N, long 119 deg.03'24''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 5-mile 
radius of Meadows Field. This Class E airspace is effective during 
the specific dates and times established in advance by a Notice to 
Airmen. The effective date and time will thereafter be continuously 
published in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AWP CA E2  Lancaster, CA [NEW]

Lancaster, Gen. William J. Fox Airfield, CA
    (lat. 34 deg.44'28''N, long 118 deg.13'08''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4-mile 
radius of Gen. William J. Fox Airfield. This Class E airspace is 
effective during the specific dates and times established in advance 
by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and time will thereafter 
be continuously published in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AWP CA E2  Sacramento Executive Airport, CA [NEW]

Sacramento Executive Airport, CA
    (lat. 38 deg.30'45''N, long 121 deg.29'37''W)
Sacramento VORTAC
    (lat. 38 deg.26'37''N, long 121 deg.33'06''W)
Sacramento McClellan AFB, CA
    (lat. 38 deg.40'04''N, long 121 deg.24'02''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4.3-
mile radius of the Sacramento Executive Airport and within 1.8 miles 
each side of the Sacramento VORTAC 032 deg. radial, extending from 
the 4.3-mile radius southwest to the VORTAC and that airspace 
northeast of the Sacramento Executive Airport, from the Sacramento 
VORTAC 022 deg. radial clockwise to the Sacramento VORTAC 064 deg. 
radial extending from the Sacramento Executive Airport 4.3-mile 
radius to the Sacramento Executive Airport 5.8-mile radius excluding 
that airspace within the Sacramento McClellan AFB, CA, and the 
Sacramento Metropolitan Airport, CA, Class C airspace areas. This 
Class E airspace is effective during the specific dates and times 
established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and 
time will thereafter be continuously published in the Airport/
Facility Directory.

AWP CA E2  Salinas, CA [NEW]

Salinas Municipal Airport, CA
    (lat. 36 deg.39'48''N, long 121 deg.36'23''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4.3-
mile radius of the Salinas Municipal Airport. This Class E airspace 
is effective during the specific dates and times established in 
advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and time will 
thereafter be continuously published in the Airport/Facility 
Directory.
* * * * *

AWP HI E2  Barbers Point NAS, HI [NEW]

Barbers Point NAS, HI
    (lat. 21 deg.18'21''N, long 158 deg.04'20''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4.3-
mile radius of Barbers Point NAS, excluding the airspace within the 
Honolulu, HI, Class B airspace area. This Class E airspace is 
effective during the specific dates and times established in advance 
by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and time will thereafter 
be continuously published in the Airport/Facility Directory.
* * * * *

AWP NV E2  Fallon NAS, NV [NEW]

Fallon NAS (Van Voorhis Field), NV
    (lat. 39 deg.25'00''N, long 118 deg.42'04''W)
Fallon Municipal Airport, NV
    (lat. 39 deg.30'00''N, long 118 deg.45'04''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 5.5 
mile radius of Fallon NAS (Van Voorhis Field), excluding that 
airspace within a 1-mile radius of Fallon Municipal Airport. This 
Class E airspace is effective during the specific dates and times 
established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and 
time will thereafter be continuously published in the Airport/
Facility Directory.
* * * * *
    Issued in Los Angeles, California on May 16, 1994.
Richard R. Lien,
Manager, Air Traffic Division.
[FR Doc. 94-13073 Filed 5-26-94; 8:45 am]
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