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  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 8906
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule amending certain Federal Airways and Navigation Routes in the United States and Canada. This change is due to the planned shutdown of a navigation system in Iron Mountain, Michigan. As a result, routes V-9, V-78, V-341, and V-430, as well as Canadian route T-765, have been altered. A new U.S. route, T-490, has also been established to help aircraft navigate around certain areas and maintain efficient air traffic.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is changing some airplane paths in the skies over the U.S. and Canada because a guiding tool in Michigan is being turned off. They are making new paths to help planes fly smoothly and safely.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 11392
    Reading Time:about 11 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a rule change that would affect several aviation routes in the Northwestern United States. Due to the upcoming decommissioning of the VOR navigational aid in Whatcom, WA, the FAA plans to revoke Jet Route J-534 and VOR Federal Airway V-349 entirely. The proposal also includes amendments to VOR Federal Airways V-23 and V-165, as well as the establishment of a new Canadian Area Navigation Route, T-645. This is part of the FAA's effort to adapt to the transition towards more modern navigation systems.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants to change some airplane paths in the Northwest U.S. because they're turning off an old guiding tool in Washington. They're going to stop using two old paths and make changes to others, plus add a new path into Canada to help planes find their way better.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10803
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to modify Class E airspace at Billy Free Municipal Airport in Dumas, Arkansas. This change is part of a broader initiative triggered by the decommissioning of the Monticello VOR navigation aid, as per the VOR Minimum Operational Network Program. The amendment removes references to Monticello VOR and the city of Dumas from the airspace description to enhance the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations in the area. The rule takes effect on April 22, 2021, ensuring the updates are incorporated into FAA's official documents.

    Simple Explanation

    The government has changed the flying rules for planes at an airport in Dumas, Arkansas, to make flying safer after an old piece of equipment that helped pilots navigate was turned off.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 9216
    Reading Time:about 17 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has implemented a final rule to amend and revoke certain Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airways in the eastern United States. This change is part of the FAA's VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) Program and is necessitated by the planned decommissioning of specific navigation aids in Florida. The amended airways include V-3, V-35, V-51, and several others, while airways V-295, V-529, and V-601 have been revoked entirely. This rule aims to maintain efficient and safe navigation across the National Airspace System by updating the route structure to reflect current operational needs.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is changing airplane paths in the sky over some parts of the eastern United States because they are removing some old navigation equipment in Florida. This helps make flying safer and more efficient.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:89 FR 97572
    Reading Time:about 11 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing changes to some Jet Routes and VOR Federal Airways to accommodate the planned decommissioning of a VOR navigational aid near Bradford, Illinois. This involves amending routes like J-26 and V-156, and revoking V-262 entirely. The changes are part of the FAA's effort to maintain a safe and efficient National Airspace System. The agency invites public comments on the proposed rule by January 23, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants to change some airplane paths in the sky because they are turning off a guiding tool near Bradford, Illinois, and they are asking people to share their thoughts about it.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10804
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final rule amending certain VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) airways near Anthony, KS, due to the planned removal of a major navigation aid. Specifically, this action impacts VOR airways V-12, V-74, and V-516 by removing certain segments of these routes to maintain safe and efficient air traffic operations. This change is part of the FAA's effort to update the VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) and does not significantly impact small entities or the environment.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is changing some airplane routes in Kansas because a tool that helps pilots find their way is being removed. This change is like updating a map to make sure planes can still fly safely.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:89 FR 97567
    Reading Time:about 10 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing changes to some air traffic routes involving VOR Federal Airways due to the planned decommissioning of a navigational aid in Zanesville, Ohio. Specifically, they plan to amend VOR Federal Airways V-38, V-133, and V-144, while V-214 would be completely removed. These changes are part of the FAA's initiative to support newer navigation systems. The public is invited to submit comments on this proposal before January 23, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is planning to change some airplane routes and remove a route near Zanesville, Ohio, because they will stop using an old navigation system there; people can share what they think about these changes until January 23, 2025.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 96866
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to modify certain air navigation routes due to the planned decommissioning of a navigational aid in Beckley, West Virginia. The action affects several flight paths: amending VOR Federal Airway V-519 and RNAV Route T-426, while revoking Jet Routes J-213 and J-526, and VOR Federal Airways V-59 and V-258. The rule is part of the FAA's initiative to ensure safe and efficient use of airspace and has been determined not to pose any significant regulatory impacts or environmental concerns. These changes will take effect on February 20, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The airplane routes near Beckley, West Virginia, are changing because they're turning off an old navigation tool. Some paths for airplanes will be different or no longer used, to keep flying safe and efficient.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10892
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing changes to the airspace around Wellsville Municipal Airport in New York. This proposal involves adjusting the Class E airspace extending from 700 feet above the airport, primarily due to the removal of certain navigation aids and to align with updated geographic coordinates. The amendment also involves minor changes to the descriptions and coverage of the airspace. Comments on the proposed changes are being solicited and must be submitted by a specified date to be considered.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is planning to change the sky rules around a small airport in Wellsville, NY, because they stopped using some old flying guides and need to update the map for pilots.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 6243
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to modify the airspace at Muskegon County Airport in Michigan. This rule updates the Class D and Class E airspace areas, increases their radius to 4.3 miles, and removes certain extensions that are no longer necessary. The changes result from decommissioning the Muskegon VOR navigation aid. Additionally, the geographic coordinates of the airport have been updated to align with the FAA's database.

    Simple Explanation

    The people who help make the rules for flying airplanes have decided to change how planes fly around the Muskegon County Airport in Michigan because a special tool they used to help them find their way is gone. They made a circle in the sky there a little bigger and took away some extra parts that aren't needed now.

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