airspace · Rule · Direct final rule, request for comments. · Published 2008-12-17 · Effective 2009-03-12 · 73 FR 76519
Document
Document number
E8-29753
Federal Register citation
73 FR 76519
Type
Rule
Action
Direct final rule, request for comments.
Category
airspace
Publication date
2008-12-17
Effective date
2009-03-12
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2008-0986
Abstract
This action modifies the Class E Airspace at Franklin, NC to include the controlled airspace that is needed to support new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) that has been developed for Macon County Airport. As a result, controlled airspace extending upward from 700 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) is needed to contain the SIAP and for Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) operations at Macon County Airport. The operating status of the airport will change from Visual Flight Rules (VFR) to include IFR operations concurrent with the publication of the SIAP. This action enhances the safety and management of IFR operations in the area by providing the required controlled airspace to support the SIAPs at Franklin, NC.