Modification of Class E Airspace; Newport Municipal Airport, Newport, OR
Published Date: 1/29/2026
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Summary
The FAA is updating the airspace around Newport Municipal Airport in Oregon to make flying safer and smoother, especially for pilots using instruments to land. These changes start on May 14, 2026, and won’t cost anyone extra. Pilots and air traffic controllers will benefit from clearer, better-managed airspace that helps keep flights on track.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 4 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Newport IFR Airspace Reconfigured
The FAA changed the Class E airspace around Newport Municipal Airport to better contain instrument flight procedures. The Class E2 radius is increased to a 4.6-mile radius (was 4 miles), the northern extension is centered on the 341° bearing to 6.8 miles north, and Class E5 is described from 700 feet above the surface with radii and extensions adjusted as listed in the rule. These changes take effect May 14, 2026 and are meant to make instrument approaches and departures safer and clearer for pilots and air traffic controllers.
No Extra Costs for Users
The FAA states these airspace changes "won’t cost anyone extra." The rule is certified as having minimal anticipated economic impact and will not impose new user fees or charges when it becomes effective May 14, 2026.
Small Aviation Businesses Not Impacted
The FAA certified that this rule "does not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities" under the Regulatory Flexibility Act. Small aviation businesses and operators should not expect significant new costs from these airspace amendments.
Portion of Class E5 Above 1,200 Ft Removed
The rule removes the portion of the Class E5 airspace that extended upward from 1,200 feet above the surface because containment at 1,200 feet or more is provided by the Bend Class E6 airspace. The FAA says this reduces duplication of controlled airspace and does not change operating requirements for affected parties.
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