FAA Proposes New Airspace Bubble Over Texas Ranch Airport
Published Date: 4/21/2026
Proposed Rule
Summary
The FAA wants to create new Class E airspace around Rancho Hielo Brazos Airport in Glen Rose, TX, to help pilots fly safely using instruments. This change mainly affects pilots and air traffic controllers and supports better flight rules. If you have thoughts, you’ve got until June 5, 2026, to speak up—no extra costs for anyone!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
New Class E Airspace at Glen Rose
The FAA proposes new Class E airspace at Rancho Hielo Brazos Airport, Glen Rose, TX, extending upward from 700 feet above the surface within a 6-mile radius of the airport. It also includes two 2.2-mile-wide corridors: one each side of the 006° bearing from the 6-mile radius to 8.4 miles north, and one each side of the 186° bearing from the 6-mile radius to 8.5 miles south. This change supports new instrument flight rules (IFR) procedures and mainly affects pilots and air traffic controllers.
No Significant Small-Business Costs
The FAA states this proposed rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities under the Regulatory Flexibility Act and that the anticipated impact is minimal. The agency says the proposal does not warrant preparation of a regulatory evaluation because the expected impact is so small.
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