31 Mar 2025
🚁FAA Updates Class E Airspace Regulations for Heliport in Ahoskie, NC
Amendment of Class E Airspace; Ahoskie, NC
Summary
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is correcting a final rule that appeared in the Federal Register on March 5, 2025. The final rule amended Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface for ECU Health Roanoke Chowan Heliport, Ahoskie, NC, to accommodate new area navigation (RNAV) global positioning system (GPS) standard instrument approach procedures serving the heliport. This action corrects that rule by changing the effective date to June 12, 2025.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Aviation Administration
Business Impact
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The amendment to Class E airspace is relevant for businesses operating in or around Heliport areas, especially those in aviation and emergency medical services. Compliance with updated navigation procedures is required, impacting operations and scheduling.