Federal Register #FAA-2025-0273

FAA Establishes Restricted Airspace for Marine Corps Training at Camp Lejeune and Cherry Point, NC

This action by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) establishes new restricted airspace areas in North Carolina to support U.S. Marine Corps training operations. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Purpose and Scope: - Establishment of restricted areas R-5305A, R-5305B, R-5305C (Camp Lejeune, NC) and R-5307A, R-5307B, R-5307C (Cherry Point, NC) - Connects with existing restricted area complexes (R-5003, R-5004, R-5306) to create a contiguous airspace tract - Supports hazardous military activities such as weapon deployment, non-eye safe laser use, and artillery for U.S. Marine Corps training - Notable Requirements: - Detailed boundaries, altitudes, and activation procedures for each restricted area - Advance NOTAM notifications required for certain areas - Incorporates joint-use procedures and real-time airspace status updates for safety and access - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are involved; this is a regulatory action, not a procurement - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; this action establishes airspace restrictions for military use

Description

This final rule establishes new restricted airspace areas R-5305A, R-5305B, and R-5305C at Camp Lejeune, NC, and R-5307A, R-5307B, and R-5307C at Cherry Point, NC. The purpose is to create contiguous restricted airspace connecting existing restricted areas to safely contain hazardous military activities such as weapon deployment, use of lasers, and artillery during U.S. Marine Corps training exercises. The rule includes provisions for activation times, NOTAM notifications, and addresses public comments regarding airspace use and safety. This action supports essential military readiness while balancing aviation safety and environmental considerations.

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