# Establishment of Class E Airspace; Akutan, AK
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2013-09-27 · Effective 2013-12-12 · 78 FR 59622
## Document
- **Document number:** 2013-23221
- **Category:** airspace
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 78 FR 59622
- **Publication date:** 2013-09-27
- **Effective date:** 2013-12-12
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2013-0516
## Abstract

This action establishes Class E airspace at Akutan Airport, Akutan, AK. Controlled airspace is necessary to accommodate aircraft using the new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) standard instrument approach procedures at the airport. This action enhances the safety and management of aircraft operations at the airport.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2013/09/27/2013-23221/establishment-of-class-e-airspace-akutan-ak)
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