Federal Register #FAA-2026-4819

FAA Proposed Amendment to Class D and E Airspace Over New Bedford, MA

This notice announces a proposed regulatory amendment by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding airspace over New Bedford, Massachusetts. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Scope of Amendment: - Proposal to amend Class D and Class E airspace over New Bedford, MA - Addition of a 0.7 mile long, 3.6-mile-wide extension to the northwest side of existing Class D airspace - Updates to airport name and geographic coordinates in legal descriptions for both Class D and Class E airspace - Replacement of the term 'Airport/Facility Directory' with 'Chart Supplement' to align with current FAA guidance - Purpose and Impact: - Intended to better contain current Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations - Part of ongoing FAA efforts to improve airspace management and safety in the New Bedford area - No procurement activity: - No OEMs, vendors, products, or services are being solicited or procured - This is a regulatory notice, not a solicitation for goods or services

Description

This action proposes to amend Class D and Class E airspace over New Bedford, MA by adding a 0.7 mile long, 3.6-mile-wide extension to the northwest side of the existing Class D airspace to properly contain current Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations. It also updates the airport name and geographic coordinates in both the New Bedford Class D and Class E airspace. Additionally, it replaces "Airport/Facility Directory" with "Chart Supplement" in the Class D airspace legal description to comply with current FAA guidance. Comments on this proposal must be received by June 22, 2026.

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