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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
14 CFR Part 71

[Airspace Docket No. 94-AWP-14]

 

Establishment of Class E Airspace Areas

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.

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SUMMARY: This action establishes Class E airspace areas at Edwards AFB, 
CA, LeMoore NAS (Reeves Field), CA, Stockton Metropolitan Airport, CA, 
Hilo International, General Lyman Field, HI, Kaneohe MCAS, HI, Lihue 
Airport, HI, San Jose International Airport, CA, El Toro MCAS, CA, 
Phoenix Luke AFB, AZ, Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, CA, Tuscon-Ryan 
Field, AZ, Crows Landing NALF, CA, and Mountain View, Moffett Field 
NAS, CA. Presently, these areas are designated as Class D airspace when 
the associated control tower is in operation. However, controlled 
airspace to the surface is needed when the control towers located at 
these areas are closed. The intended effect of this action is to 
provide adequate Class E airspace for instrument flight rule (IFR) 
operations when these control towers are closed. This action also 
revises the Class E4 airspace area at Point Mugu NAWS, CA, to indicate 
that this airspace area, as an extension to the Pt. Mugu part-time 
Class D airspace area, is part-time. This action also revises the Class 
E4 airspace areas at Hilo International, General Lyman Field, HI, and 
Lihue Airport, HI, to show that these airspace areas are full-time and 
revises the Class E3 airspace area at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 
CA to show that it is full time.

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-14, 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-530, 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) establishes Class E airspace areas at Edwards AFB, CA, 
LeMoore NAS (Reeves Field), CA, Stockton Metropolitan Airport, CA, Hilo 
International, General Lyman Field, HI, Kaneohe MCAS, HI, Lihue 
Airport, HI, San Jose International Airport, CA, El Toro MCAS, CA, 
Phoenix Luke AFB, AZ, Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, CA, Tuscon-Ryan 
Field, AZ, Crows Landing NALF, CA, and Mountain View, Moffett Field 
NAS, CA. Currently, this airspace is designated as Class D when the 
associated control tower is in operation. Nevertheless, controlled 
airspace to the surface is needed for IFR operations at Edwards AFB, 
CA, LeMoore NAS (Reeves Field), CA, Stockton Metropolitan Airport, CA, 
Hilo International, General Lyman Field, HI, Kaneohe MCAS, HI, Lihue 
Airport, HI, San Jose International Airport, CA, El Toro MCAS, CA, 
Phoenix Luke AFB, AZ, Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, CA, Tuscon-Ryan 
Field, AZ, Crows Landing NALF, CA, and Mountain View, Moffett Field 
NAS, CA, when the control towers are closed. The intended effect of 
this action is to provide adequate Class E airspace for IFR operations 
at these airports when these control towers are closed.
    This action also revises the Class E4 airspace area at Point Mugu 
NAWS, CA, to show it as part-time airspace associated with the Pt. Mugu 
part-time Class D airspace area, the Class E4 airspace area at Hilo 
International, General Lyman Field, HI, and Lihue Airport, HI, to 
indicate the full-time status, and the Class E3 airspace area at Santa 
Barbara Municipal Airport, CA, to show is full time status.
    As noted in the Airspace Reclassification Final Rule, published in 
the Federal Register on December 17, 1991, airspace at an airport with 
a part-time control tower should be designated as a Class D airspace 
area when the control tower is in operation, and as a Class E airspace 
area when the control tower is closed (56 FR 65645).
    The coordinates for this airspace docket are based on North 
American Datum 83. Class E airspace areas designated as surface areas 
for airports, extensions to a Class C surface area and extensions to a 
Class D surface area are published, respectively, in Paragraphs 6002, 
6003 and 6004 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 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 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 6002--Class E Airspace Areas Designated as A Surface Area 
for an Airport

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AWP CA E2  Edwards AFB, CA [NEW]

Edwards AFB, CA
    (lat. 34 deg.54'18''N, Long. 117 deg.53'01''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 7-mile 
radius of Edwards AFB. 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  LeMoore NAS, CA [NEW]

LeMoore NAS (Reeves Field), CA
    (lat. 36 deg.19'59''N, Long. 119 deg.57'08''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 5.2-
mile radius of LeMoore NAS (Reeves 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  Stockton, CA [NEW]

Stockton Metropolitan Airport, CA
    (lat. 37 deg.53'39''N, Long. 121 deg.14'18''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4.3-
mile radius of the Stockton Metropolitan Airport, beginning at lat. 
37 deg.49'30''N, long. 121 deg.12'34''W, thence clockwise via the 
4.3-mile radius of the Stockton Metropolitan Airport, to lat. 
37 deg.53'00''N, long. 121 deg.09'04''W; to lat. 37 deg.52'05''N, 
long. 121 deg.07'44''W; to lat. 37 deg.48'10''N, long. 
121 deg.11'04''W, 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 HI E2 Hilo, HI [NEW]

Hilo International, General Lyman Field, HI
    (lat. 19 deg.43'13'' N., long. 155 deg.02'55'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4.3-
mile radius of General Lyman 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 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 Kaneohe MCAS, HI [NEW]

Kaneohe MCAS, HI
    (lat. 21 deg.27'06'' N., long. 157 deg.46'10'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4.3-
mile radius of Kaneohe MCAS. 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 Lihue, HI [NEW]

Lihue Airport, HI
    (lat. 21 deg.58'34'' N., long. 159 deg.20'20'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4.3-
mile radius of Lihue 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 CA E2 San Jose, CA [NEW]

San Jose International Airport, CA
    (lat. 37 deg.21'42'' N., long. 121 deg.55'43'' W.)
Oakland VORTAC
    (lat. 37 deg.43'33'' N., long. 122 deg.13'25'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 5-miles 
radius of the San Jose International Airport, excluding that 
airspace east of Interstate 680 and east of U.S. Highway 101 south 
of the intersection of U.S. Highway 101 and Interstate 680. This 
Class E airspace is effective during the specific dates and time 
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 El Toro MCAS, CA [NEW]

El Toro MCAS, CA
    (lat. 33 deg.40'34'' N., long. 117 deg.43'52'' W.)
John Wayne Airport/Orange County
    lat. 33 deg.40'32'' N., long. 117 deg.52'05'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 5-mile 
radius of the El Toro MCAS excluding that airspace west of a line 
between the points where the 5-miles arc of El Toro MCAS intercepts 
the 5-mile arc of John Wayne Airport/Orange County. 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 AZ E2 Phoenix, Luke AFB, AZ [NEW]

Phoenix Luke AFB, AZ
    (lat. 33 deg.32'06'' N., Long. 112 deg.22'59'' W.)
Luke AFB TACAN
    (lat. 33 deg.32'41'' N., long. 112 deg.22'55'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4.3-
mile radius of Luke AFB and within 1.8 miles each side of the Luke 
TACAN 058 deg. radial, extending from the 4.3-mile radius to 5.2 
miles northeast of the TACAN and within 1.8 miles each side of the 
Luke TACAN 209 deg. radial, extending from the 4.3-miles radius to 
5.6 miles southwest of the Luke TACAN, excluding that portion east 
of a line beginning at lat. 33 deg.34'35'' N., long. 112 deg.16'59'' 
W.; to lat. 33 deg.33'55'' N., long. 112 deg.16'29'' W., to lat 
33 deg.33'08'' N., long. 112 deg.18'00'' W.; to lat. 33 deg.29'29'' 
N., long. 112 deg.19'29'' W.; to lat. 33 deg.29'00'' N, long. 
112 deg.19'26'' W. 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 Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, CA [NEW]

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, CA
    (lat. 34 deg.25'34'' N., long. 119 deg.50'26'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 5-mile 
radius of the Santa Barbara 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 AZ E2  Tucson-Ryan Field, AZ [NEW]

Tucson-Ryan Field, AZ
    (lat. 32 deg.08'29''N, long. 111 deg.10'26''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4-mile 
radius of the Tucson-Ryan Field. This Class E airspace is effective 
during the specific dates and times established in advance by a 
Notice of Airmen. The effective date and time will thereafter be 
continuously published in the Airport/Facility Directory.
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AWP CA E2  Crows Landing NALF, CA [NEW]

Crows Landing NALF, CA
    (lat. 27 deg.24'29''N, long. 121 deg.06'34''W)
Patterson Airport, CA
    (lat. 37 deg.28'07''N, long. 121 deg.10'10''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 5-mile 
radius of Crows Landing NALF, excluding the airspace 3 miles west of 
and parallel to the 164 deg./344 deg. bearing from/to Crows Landing 
NALF, and excluding that portion within a 1-mile radius of Patterson 
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 CA E2  Mountain View, CA [NEW]

Mountain View, Moffett Field NAS, CA
    (lat. 37 deg.24'55''N, long. 122 deg.02'54''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within a 4.3-
mile radius of Moffett Field NAS, excluding that airspace within the 
San Jose, CA, Class C airspace area and excluding the portion within 
the Palo Alto of Santa Clara County Airport, CA, Class D airspace 
area during the specific dates and times it is effective. 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  Imperial County, CA [NEW]

Imperial County Airport, El Centro, CA
    (lat. 32 deg.50'03''N, long. 115 deg.34'44''W)
El Centro NAF, CA
    (lat. 32 deg.49'45''N, long. 115 deg.40'18''W)

    Within a 4-mile radius of the Imperial County Airport, excluding 
that airspace west of long. 115 deg.37'03''W. when the El Centro 
NAF, CA, Class D airspace area is effective. 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.
* * * * *

Paragraph 6003--Class E Airspace Areas Designated As An Extension 
to A Class C Surface Area

* * * * *

AWP CA E3  Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, CA [REVISED]

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, CA
    (lat. 34 deg.25'34''N, long. 119 deg.50'26''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within 1.8 miles 
each side of the Santa Barbara ILS localizer west course, extending 
from the 5-mile radius of Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to 6.2 
miles west of the airport.
* * * * *

Paragraph 6004--Class E Airspace Areas Designated as An Extension 
to A Class D Surface Area

* * * * *

AWP CA E4  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 within a 10.4-
mile radius of the Point Mugu TACAN, extending clockwise from the 
Point Mugu TACAN 200 deg. radial to the Point Mugu TACAN 252 deg. 
radial. This Class E 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 HI E4  Hilo, HI [REVISED]

Hilo International, General Lyman Field, HI
    (lat. 19 deg.43'13''N, long. 115 deg.02'55''W)
Hilo VORTAC
    (lat. 19 deg.43'17''N, long. 115 deg.00'39''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within 3 miles 
each side of the Hilo VORTAC 090 deg. radial, extending from 4.3-
mile radius of General Lyman field to 8.7 miles east of the VORTAC.
* * * * *

AWP HI E4  Lihue, HI [REVISED]

Lihue Airport, HI
    (lat. 21 deg.58'34''N, long. 159 deg.20'20''W)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within that 
airspace beginning at lat. 21 deg.54'25''N, long. 159 deg.21'36''W, 
thence clockwise to lat. 21 deg.58'15''N, long. 159 deg.15'42''W; to 
lat. 21 deg.55'03''N, long. 159 deg.12'10''W; to lat. 
21 deg.51'03''N, long. 159 deg.11'05''W; to lat. 21 deg.50'34''N, 
long 159 deg.21'50''W, thence to the point of beginning.
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    Issued in Los Angeles, California on May 16, 1994.
Richard R. Lien,
Manager, Air Traffic Division.
[FR Doc. 94-13074 Filed 5-26-94; 8:45 am]
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