FAA Carves Out New Airspace for Sunbury Fire Department Choppers
Published Date: 3/20/2025
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Sunbury, NC is getting new controlled airspace starting 700 feet above the ground to keep helicopter flights safe and smooth at the Sunbury Fire Department Heliport. This change supports new GPS-based flight paths for pilots using instruments, making flying safer and easier. No extra costs or delays for the public—just smarter skies starting now!
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