Federal Register #FAA-2025-2423

FAA Proposed Modification of Class E Airspace at Ralph Wien Memorial Airport, Kotzebue, AK

This notice announces a proposed regulatory change by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding airspace at Ralph Wien Memorial Airport in Kotzebue, Alaska. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Purpose and Scope: - Proposes modification of Class E airspace areas (E2 and E5) at Ralph Wien Memorial Airport - Aims to optimize instrument flight procedure (IFP) containment and support instrument flight rules (IFR) operations - Adjustments are based on amendments to four instrument flight procedures - Modifications include expanding and shifting airspace boundaries to better accommodate aircraft maneuvers and departures - OEMs and Vendors: - No Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are mentioned - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; this is a regulatory notice - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Focused on regulatory airspace changes, not procurement or contracting - No bids or proposals are requested

Description

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking to modify the Class E airspace areas at Ralph Wien Memorial Airport in Kotzebue, Alaska. The proposal aims to optimize instrument flight procedure containment and support IFR operations by adjusting the Class E surface area and the Class E area extending upward from 700 feet. The modification includes changes to airspace boundaries based on amendments to four instrument flight procedures, enhancing safety and efficiency for aircraft operations.

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