airspace · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2023-03-23 · Effective 2023-06-15 · 88 FR 17369
Document
Document number
2023-05632
Federal Register citation
88 FR 17369
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airspace
Publication date
2023-03-23
Effective date
2023-06-15
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2022-0999
Abstract
This action amends the Chicago, IL, Class C airspace area surrounding the Chicago Midway International Airport, IL (MDW), by extending the existing Class C airspace shelf within 10 nautical miles (NM) of MDW from the southeast counterclockwise to the northeast. The FAA is taking this action to reduce the risk of midair collisions and enhance the efficient management of air traffic operations in the MDW terminal area.