FAA Fixes Paperwork on Four Empty Airspaces
Published Date: 7/6/2026
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Summary
The FAA is updating who manages and controls four restricted airspaces in North Carolina (R-5301, R-5302A, R-5302B, and R-5302C) to fix some small errors. This change won’t affect the size, height, or activities in these areas. It kicks in on July 9, 2026, and won’t cost anyone extra or change how the airspace is used.
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