FAA Fixes Phone Number for Airport Airspace Chat Session
Published Date: 4/14/2026
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Summary
The FAA is updating the contact info for a public meeting about changing the airspace rules at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The virtual meeting is set for May 6, 2026, and anyone interested can send comments until June 5, 2026. This change won’t cost you a dime but keeps the info clear and easy to reach for pilots and locals.
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