Effective: Modification of Class E Airspace; Ralph Wien Memorial Airport, Kotzebue, AK

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to modify the Class E airspace designations at Ralph Wien Memorial Airport in Kotzebue, Alaska. This modification specifically affects the Class E2 surface area and the Class E5 airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface. The primary objective of this regulatory change is to optimize the containment of instrument flight procedures at the airport. By adjusting these airspace boundaries, the FAA aims to enhance the safety and management of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations in the region. This action incorporates by reference FAA Order JO 7400.11, which governs airspace designations and reporting points. The rule is scheduled to become effective on September 3, 2026, at 0901 UTC.