    [Federal Register Volume 90, Number 84 (Friday, May 2, 2025)]
    [Proposed Rules]
    [Pages 18826-18828]
    From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
    [FR Doc No: 2025-07637]

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    DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

    Federal Aviation Administration

    14 CFR Part 71

    [Docket No. FAA-2025-0769; Airspace Docket No. 25-ASO-5]
    RIN 2120-AA66

    Amendment of Class D and Class E2, Amendment of Class E4, and
    Amendment of Class E5 Airspace Over New Bern, NC

    AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

    ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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    SUMMARY: This action proposes to amend Class D and Class E2 airspace at
    Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) due to the current designated
    airspace not properly containing instrument flight rule operations.
    Additionally, this action proposes to amend Class E4 airspace at
    Coastal Carolina Regional Airport, New Bern, NC due to portions no
    longer meeting the requirements of its designation. Lastly, this action
    proposes to amend the Class E5 airspace that no longer meets the
    requirements for its specific designation due to the amendment or
    cancellation of Standard Instrument Approach Procedures at Coastal
    Carolina Regional Airport, New Bern, NC.

    DATES: Comments must be received on or before June 16, 2025.

    ADDRESSES: Send comments identified by FAA Docket No. FAA-2025-0769 and
    Airspace Docket No. 25-ASO-5 using any of the following methods:
        * Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to www.regulations.gov and follow
    the online instructions for sending your comments electronically.
        * Mail: Docket Operations, M-30; U.S. Department of Transportation,
    1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W12-140, West Building Ground Floor,
    Washington, DC 20590-0001.
        * Hand Delivery or Courier: Take comments to Docket Operations in
    Room W12-140 of the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey
    Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through
    Friday, except for Federal holidays.
        * Fax: Fax comments to Docket Operations at (202) 493-2251.
        Docket: Background documents or comments received may be read at
    www.regulations.gov at any time. Follow the online instructions for
    accessing the docket or go to the Docket Operations in Room W12-140 of
    the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
    Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
    except for Federal holidays.
        FAA Order JO 7400.11J, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points,
    and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/. You may also contact the Rules and
    Regulations Group, Policy Directorate, Federal Aviation Administration,
    600 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20597; Telephone: (202) 267-
    8783.

    FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Christopher Stocking, Operations
    Support Group, Eastern Service Center, Federal Aviation Administration,
    1701 Columbia Avenue, College Park, GA 30337; Telephone: (404) 305-
    5887.

    SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

    Authority for This Rulemaking

        The FAA's authority to issue rules regarding aviation safety is
    found in Title 49 of the United States Code. Subtitle I, 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 would amend Class D, amend Class E2, amend Class E4, and amend
    Class E5 airspace in New Bern, NC.

    Comments Invited

        The FAA invites interested persons to participate in this
    rulemaking by submitting written comments, data, or views. Comments are
    specifically invited on the overall regulatory, aeronautical, economic,
    environmental, and energy-related aspects of the proposal. The most
    helpful comments reference a specific portion of the proposal, explain
    the reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. To
    ensure the docket does not contain duplicate comments, commenters
    should submit only one time if comments are filed electronically, or
    commenters should send only one copy of written comments if comments
    are filed in writing.
        The FAA will file in the docket all comments it receives, as well
    as a report summarizing each substantive public

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    contact with FAA personnel concerning this proposed rulemaking. Before
    acting on this proposal, the FAA will consider all comments it receives
    on or before the closing date for comments. The FAA will consider
    comments filed after the comment period has closed if it is possible to
    do so without incurring expense or delay. The FAA may change this
    proposal in light of the comments it receives.
        Privacy: In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 553(c), DOT solicits comments
    from the public to better inform its rulemaking process. DOT posts
    these comments, without edits, including any personal information the
    commenter provides, to www.regulations.gov, as described in the system
    of records notice (DOT/ALL-14 FDMS), which can be reviewed at
    www.dot.gov/privacy.

    Availability of Rulemaking Documents

        An electronic copy of this document may be downloaded through the
    internet at www.regulations.gov. Recently published rulemaking
    documents can also be accessed through the FAA's web page at
    www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/airspace_amendments/.
        You may review the public docket containing the proposal, any
    comments received, and any final disposition in person in the Dockets
    Operations office (see ADDRESSES section for address, phone number, and
    hours of operations). An informal docket may also be examined during
    regular business hours at the office of the Eastern Service Center,
    Federal Aviation Administration, Room 210, 1701 Columbia Ave., College
    Park, GA 30337.

    Incorporation by Reference

        Class D and Class E airspace designations are published in
    paragraphs 5000, 6002, 6004, and 6005 of FAA Order JO 7400.11, Airspace
    Designations and Reporting Points, which is incorporated by reference
    in 14 CFR 71.1 on an annual basis. This document proposes to amend the
    current version of that order, FAA Order JO 7400.11J, dated July 31,
    2024, and effective September 15, 2024. These updates will be published
    in the next update to FAA Order JO 7400.11. FAA Order JO 7400.11J is
    publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES section of this document.
        FAA Order JO 7400.11J lists Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas,
    air traffic service routes, and reporting points.

    The Proposal

        This action proposes an amendment to 14 CFR part 71 to amend the
    Class D, E2, E4, and E5 airspace for Coastal Carolina Regional Airport,
    New Bern, NC. Controlled airspace is necessary for the safety and
    management of IFR operations in the area for existing instrument
    approaches.
        This action proposes to amend both the Class D and Class E2
    airspace extending upward from the surface to and including 2,500 feet
    MSL for Coastal Carolina Regional Airport, New Bern, NC, by increasing
    it to a 4.3-mile radius as the current radius of 4.0-miles does not
    properly contain instrument flight rules operations. These airspace
    areas encompass the same airspace but are separately activated by
    NOTAM.
        Additionally, this action proposes to amend the Class E4 airspace
    by removing that airspace that extends upward from the surface within
    2.4 miles each side of the New Bern VOR/DME 210[deg] radial, extending
    from the 4-mile radius to 7 miles southwest of the VOR/DME. The Class
    E4 airspace will also be amended from the surface within 2.4 miles each
    side of the New Bern VOR/DME 038[deg] radial, by extending from the
    4.3-mile radius to 7 miles northeast of the New Bern VOR/DME.
        Lastly, this action proposes to amend Class E5 airspace extending
    from 700 feet above the surface upward and within 2-miles each side of
    the New Bern VOR/DME 210[deg] radial, extending from the 7-mile radius
    of the New Bern VOR/DME to the 10-mile radius of the New Bern VOR/DME
    for Coastal Carolina Regional Airport, New Bern, NC. This
    reconfiguration will properly contain the currently published standard
    instrument approach procedures.

    Regulatory Notices and Analyses

        The FAA has determined that this proposed 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
    Department of Transportation (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 proposed 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.

    Environmental Review

        This proposal will be subject to an environmental analysis in
    accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F, ``Environmental Impacts: Policies
    and Procedures,'' prior to any final regulatory action by the FAA.

    Lists of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71

        Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air).

    The Proposed Amendment

        In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation
    Administration proposes to amend 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

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

        Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(f), 106(g), 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O.
    10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959-1963 Comp., p. 389.

    Sec.  71.1   [Amended]

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    2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of FAA Order JO
    7400.11J, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated July 31,
    2024, and effective September 15, 2024, is amended as follows:

    Paragraph 5000 Class D Airspace.

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    ASO NC D New Bern, NC [Amended]

    Coastal Carolina Regional Airport, NC
        (Lat. 35[deg]04'22'' N, long. 77[deg]02'35'' W)

        That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including
    2,500 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of Coastal Carolina Regional
    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 Chart Supplement.
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    Paragraph 6002 Class E Airspace Designated as Surface Areas.

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    ASO NC E2 New Bern, NC [Amended]

    Coastal Carolina Regional Airport, NC
        (Lat. 35[deg]04'22'' N, long. 77[deg]02'35'' W)

        Within a 4.3-mile radius of Coastal Carolina Regional Airport.
    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 Chart Supplement.
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    Paragraph 6004 Class E Airspace Designated as an Extension to a
    Class D Surface Area.

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    ASO NC E4 New Bern, NC [Amended]

    Coastal Carolina Regional Airport, NC
        (Lat. 35[deg]04'22'' N, long. 77[deg]02'35'' W)

    New Bern VOR/DME
        (Lat. 35[deg]04'23'' N, long. 77[deg]02'42'' W)

        That airspace extending upward from the surface within 2.4 miles
    each side of the New Bern VOR/DME 038[deg] radial, extending from
    the 4.3-mile radius to 7 miles northeast of the VOR/DME.
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    Paragraph 6005 Class E Airspace.

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    ASO NC E5 New Bern, NC [Amended]

    Coastal Carolina Regional Airport, NC
        (Lat. 35[deg]04'22'' N, long. 77[deg]02'35'' W)

    New Bern VOR/DME
        (Lat. 35[deg]04'23'' N, long. 77[deg]02'42'' W)

    Carolina East Medical Center Heliport, NC
        (Lat. 35[deg]06'55'' W, long. 77[deg]03'51'' W)

        That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface
    within a 7-mile radius of Coastal Carolina Regional Airport and
    within 2.0 miles each side of the New Bern VOR/DME 210[deg] radial,
    extending from the 7-mile radius of the New Bern VOR/DME to the 10-
    mile radius of the New Bern VOR/DME and within a 6-mile radius of
    Carolina East Medical Center Heliport.
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        Issued in College Park, Georgia, on April 29, 2025.
    Patrick Young,
    Manager, Airspace & Procedures Team North, Eastern Service Center, Air
    Traffic Organization.
    [FR Doc. 2025-07637 Filed 5-1-25; 8:45 am]
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