[Federal Register Volume 65, Number 194 (Thursday, October 5, 2000)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 59341-59342]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 00-25644]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 73

[Airspace Docket No. 00-ANM-10]
RIN 2120-AA66


Subdivision of Restricted Areas R-6412A and R-6412B, and 
Establishment of R-6412C and R-6412D, Camp Williams, UT

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: This action modifies Restricted Area R-6412A and R-6412B, Camp 
Williams, Utah, by subdividing the two areas into four separate areas 
designated as R-6412A, R-6412B, R-6412C, and R-6412D. The dimensions of 
R-6412 will remain the same, however, the internal modification of the 
present R-6412A and R-6412B and subsequent establishment of R-6412C and 
R-6412D will enable the military to activate only that portion of the 
airspace that is actually needed to contain their operations.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 0901 UTC, January 25, 2001.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ken McElroy, Airspace and Rules 
Division, ATA-400, Office of Air Traffic Airspace Management, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 
20591; telephone: (202) 267-8783.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Background

    As a result of a recent review of R-6412 airspace, the U.S. Army 
has requested that the FAA take action to internally subdivide the two 
subareas in R-6412 into four subareas. Dividing the airspace into four 
subareas will enhance traffic management, allow for more efficient 
real-time use of the airspace, and allow more public access. The 
subdivision will allow for smaller parts of the airspace to be used for 
military training while allowing public use of the non-active parts. 
This action does not require any change in the existing external 
boundaries.

The Rule

    This action amends 14 CFR part 73 by subdividing R-6412A, and R-
6412B, and by establishing R-6412C and R-6412D. There are no changes to 
the external boundaries, altitudes, time of designation or activities 
conducted within the restricted area. This action further subdivides an 
existing restricted area. As the solicitation of comments would not 
offer any meaningful right or benefit to any segment of the public, 
notice and public procedure under 5 U.S.C. 553(b) are unnecessary.
    Section 73.64 of part 73 was republished in FAA Order 7400.8H, 
dated September 1, 2000.
    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 will not have a significant economic impact on 
a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the 
Regulatory Flexibility Act.

Environmental Review

    This action is a minor administrative change to further internally 
subdivide an existing Restricted Area. There are no changes to air 
traffic control procedures or routes as a result of this action. 
Therefore, this action is not subject to environmental assessments and 
procedures in accordance with FAA Order 1050.1D, ``Policies and 
Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts,'' and the National 
Environmental Policy Act of 1969.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 73

    Airspace, Navigation (air).

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Adoption of the Amendment

    In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation 
Administration amends 14 CFR part 73 as follows:

PART 73--SPECIAL USE AIRSPACE

    1. The authority citation for part 73 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. 73.64  [Amended]

    2. Sec. 73.64 is amended as follows:
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R-6412A  Camp Williams, UT [Amended]

    Boundaries: Beginning at lat. 40 deg.27'30" N., long. 
112 deg.00'00" W.; thence to lat. 40 deg.23'30" N., long. 
112 deg.00'00" W.; to lat. 40 deg.23'30" N., long. 112 deg.06'03" W.; 
to lat. 40 deg.27'30" N., long. 112 deg.06'03" W.; to the point of 
beginning.
    Designated altitudes: Surface to 9,000 feet MSL.
    Time of designation: By Notice to Airman (NOTAM).
    Controlling agency: FAA, Salt Lake City TRACON.
    Using agency: The Adjutant General, UT.

R-6412B  Camp Williams, UT [Amended]

    Boundaries: Beginning at lat. 40 deg.27'30" N., long. 
112 deg.00'00" W.; thence to lat. 40 deg.23'30" N., long. 
112 deg.00'00" W.; to lat. 40 deg.23'30" N., long. 112 deg.06'03" W.; 
to lat. 40 deg.27'30" N., long. 112 deg.06'03" W.; to the point of 
beginning.
    Designated altitudes: 9,000 feet to 10,000 feet MSL.
    Time of designation: By Notice to Airman (NOTAM).
    Controlling agency: FAA, Salt Lake City TRACON.
    Using agency: The Adjutant General, UT.

R-6412C  Camp Williams, UT [New]

    Boundaries: Beginning at lat. 40 deg.27'30" N., long. 
111 deg.56'27" W.; thence southerly along Redwood Road (Utah Highway 
68) to lat. 40 deg.23'30" N., long. 111 deg.55'01" W.; to lat. 
40 deg.23'30" N., long. 112 deg.00'00" W.; to lat. 40 deg.27'30" N., 
long. 112 deg.00'00" W.; to the point of beginning.
    Designated altitudes: Surface to 9,000 feet MSL.
    Time of designation: By Notice to Airman (NOTAM).
    Controlling agency: FAA, Salt Lake City TRACON.
    Using agency: The Adjutant General, UT.

R-6412D  Camp Williams, UT [New]

    Boundaries: Beginning at lat. 40 deg.27'30" N., long. 
111 deg.56'27" W.; thence southerly along Redwood Road (Utah Highway 
68) to lat. 40 deg.23'30" N., long. 111 deg.55'01" W.; to lat. 
40 deg.23'30" N., long. 112 deg.00'00" W.; to lat. 40 deg.27'30" N., 
long. 112 deg.00'00" W.; to the point of beginning.
    Designated altitudes: 9,000 feet to 10,000 feet MSL.
    Time of designation: By Notice to Airman (NOTAM).
    Controlling agency: FAA, Salt Lake City TRACON.
    Using agency: The Adjutant General, UT.
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    Issued in Washington, DC, on September 27, 2000.
Reginald C. Matthews,
Manager, Airspace and Rules Division.
[FR Doc. 00-25644 Filed 10-4-00; 8:45 am]
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