USCGProposed Rule

Safety Zone; West of Cyril E. King Airport, St. Thomas, VI

TransportationEnvironment

Summary

The U.S. Coast Guard is proposing to create a restricted water safety zone near the airport in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. This zone would limit boat traffic and activities in the area to protect people and property near the airport and its operations.

Key Points

  • 1A new safety zone would be established in waters west of Cyril E. King Airport in St. Thomas to restrict certain vessel traffic and activities
  • 2The Coast Guard is asking for public feedback on this proposal until February 7, 2026
  • 3Boaters and water users in the affected area would need to follow new rules about where they can go and what activities are allowed
  • 4The safety zone is intended to protect airport operations, aircraft, and people in the water from potential hazards
  • 5This is still a proposed rule, meaning it is not yet final and could change based on public comments

Key Dates

Published

January 7, 2026

Comment Deadline

February 7, 2026

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