Airspace around a North Carolina airport just got a little bigger

The Federal Aviation Administration increased the controlled airspace around Tarboro Edgecombe Airport in North Carolina. This change makes it safer for planes flying using instruments, especially around a nearby heliport.

Controlled airspace defines where pilots must follow specific rules and communicate with air traffic control. Expanding this area means more flights in and out of this airport will now operate under stricter safety protocols. This is a small, routine adjustment, but it reflects the ongoing expansion of air traffic, even in smaller regional areas.