FAAProposed Rule
Restricted Area: Cherry Point, NC
TransportationOther
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Summary
The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing to create a restricted airspace zone around Cherry Point, North Carolina, likely due to military operations or national security concerns at that location. This would mean civilian aircraft and drones would be prohibited or heavily limited from flying in that area.
Key Points
- 1A new restricted airspace zone would be established around Cherry Point, NC, preventing most aircraft from entering without special permission
- 2The restriction is proposed by the FAA, the federal agency that manages U.S. airspace and aviation safety
- 3This is currently a proposed rule, meaning the public has until July 19, 2025 to submit comments before the FAA makes a final decision
- 4The restriction likely affects pilots, drone operators, and residents in the Cherry Point area who may need to alter flight plans or operations
- 5Cherry Point is home to a major Marine Corps Air Station, suggesting the restriction is related to military security or operations
Key Dates
Published
June 18, 2025
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