FAA establishes controlled airspace around Glen Rose airport in Texas
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The Federal Aviation Administration has officially designated Class E airspace at Rancho Hielo Brazos Airport in Glen Rose, Texas. This rule creates a controlled zone extending upward from 700 feet above the surface within a six-mile radius of the airport. It also includes specific corridors extending north and south of that circle to support instrument flight procedures.
Why it matters: This action is primarily administrative but has practical implications for flight planning. It ensures that aircraft using instrument approaches have protected airspace and do not conflict with other traffic at low altitudes. For general aviation, it means pilots must be aware of the controlled boundary when flying near Glen Rose, particularly if they are operating under visual flight rules.
Who it affects
- Pilots operating aircraft in and around Rancho Hielo Brazos Airport
This final rule was issued by the Federal Aviation Administration and published in the Federal Register on June 23, 2026.
Agency: Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document