FAA Updates Airspace Descriptions for Palm Beach Airport Name Change
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The Federal Aviation Administration has updated official airspace maps to reflect the new name for the airport near West Palm Beach, Florida. The document changes references from Palm Beach International Airport to President Donald J. Trump International Airport in Class C and Class E airspace descriptions.
Why it matters: This is a routine administrative update that keeps official government records aligned with the airport’s legal name. It matters mainly to pilots, flight planners, and aviation software providers who rely on accurate airspace descriptions for navigation. There is no change to flight paths, fees, or safety procedures.
Who it affects
- Commercial and private pilots operating in the West Palm Beach area
This final rule was published by the Federal Aviation Administration in the Federal Register; pilots and aviation professionals should verify the updated airspace descriptions in official FAA charts and the National Airspace System Resource database before relying on them for flight planning.
Agency: Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document