Section 2. Processing

28-2-1. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS

  1. Submit NSA proposals to the Service Center OSG at least 7 months prior to the desired effective date (see paragraph 21-3-3 for proposal content). The area description only requires title, boundaries, altitudes, and using agency. The following schedule (TBL 28-2-1) is an estimate of the minimum time needed to process proposals.
  2. Effective dates coincide with the 56-day chart dates.
  3. After circularization and review of all pertinent information, Service Center OSGs must submit SUA proposals recommended for approval to the Rules and Regulations Group, AJV-P2, for final determination and processing in accordance with paragraph 21-5-7.

    TBL 28-2-1

    Calendar Days

    Action

    D

    Proposal received by ATO Service Center OSG.

    D+30

    Proposal reviewed by Service Center OSG; processing requirements initiated in accordance with paragraph 21-5-2; non-rule circular published; circular information copy sent to the Rules and Regulations Group, AJV-P2.

    D+75

    Public comment period ends. Service Center OSG initiates review of all pertinent information received.

    D+105

    All pertinent information reviewed by the Service Center OSG; proposal determination made in accordance with paragraph 21-5-5. Submit approval recommendation to the Rules and Regulations Group, AJV-P2, in accordance with paragraph 21-5-7.

    D+145

    Service Center OSG recommendation and all pertinent information reviewed by the Rules and Regulations Group, AJV-P2. FAA final determination made. If approved, NFDD input drafted, coordinated and submitted to AJV-A for publication (at least 58 days prior to effective date).