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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to revoke two Alaskan air routes, known as Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V-447 and Jet Route J-155, and to amend Jet Route J-115. This change is a result of the removal of the Chandalar Lake Nondirectional Radio Beacon in Alaska. The altered air traffic service routes are designed to maintain safety and efficiency as part of the National Airspace System. These changes will take effect on June 12, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) plans to decommission the Flight Service communication frequencies network across the contiguous United States, excluding Alaska, due to the outdated infrastructure and dramatic drop in service requests. The network, which was developed over 40 years ago, has become redundant with current technology, and maintaining it costs taxpayers millions annually. This move is expected to save costs as pilots now primarily use mobile technology for inflight advisory services. The FAA is seeking public comments on this decision and will consider them before finalizing the plan.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is hosting a public meeting to discuss the decommissioning and disposition of the Nuclear Ship Savannah (NSS). This meeting is part of a larger effort under the National Historic Preservation Act. The Peer Review Group (PRG), which includes officials from several federal and state agencies, will provide feedback on plans for the NSS, and public input is encouraged. The meeting will take place on January 21, 2025, and will be accessible in person, online, or by phone.

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 The amended airways include V-3, V-35, V-51, and several others, while airways V-295, V-529, and V-601 have been revoked entirely.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.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering a license amendment for the Nuclear Ship Savannah (NSS) in Baltimore, Maryland. This amendment would allow for the completion of decommissioning activities under the License Termination Plan (LTP), which MARAD will implement if the NRC approves it. After the decommissioning, a request can be made to terminate NSS's license so that the ship can be preserved, dismantled, or turned into a reef. The NRC's environmental assessment found no significant impact, which means a more detailed environmental impact statement isn't needed.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) has announced the schedule for public meetings and site visits related to the decommissioning and disposition of the Nuclear Ship Savannah (NSS). These activities are part of a compliance process with the National Historic Preservation Act and involve a group known as the Peer Review Group (PRG), which includes various officials and stakeholders. The public meetings will provide an opportunity for community input, while site visits offer a chance to learn more about the NSS. MARAD encourages public participation and has provided details on meeting and site visit logistics.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) released a notice about their upcoming public meetings for early 2025, covering weeks from January 6 to February 10. Meetings are tentatively scheduled on January 14 and February 6, with topics including the decommissioning and waste management program and ADVANCE Act activities. Locations for the meetings are in Rockville, Maryland, and they will also be accessible online for public viewing. The NRC encourages the public, including individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations, to attend or reach out for more information.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule amending several VOR Federal Airways and a U.S. Area Navigation Route, as well as revoking one VOR airway. This change is due to the decommissioning of a navigation aid in Cincinnati, Kentucky, which is part of the FAA's plan to maintain a minimal operational network of VORs. As a result, segments of these airways have been altered or removed to ensure air traffic can still flow safely and efficiently. The amendments are part of the FAA's ongoing efforts to keep airspace management current without significant environmental impact.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) decided to withdraw a proposed rule that aimed to amend and revoke two VOR Federal Airways, V-233 and V-320, due to the planned decommissioning of the Mount Pleasant, MI VOR navigational aid. Originally published in May 2023, this proposal was rendered unnecessary because V-233 was already amended by a separate action, and the decommissioning of the Mount Pleasant VOR has been postponed to July 2026. This delay is needed to further assess and resolve navigational signal coverage issues. Therefore, this proposed rule is no longer proceeding.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) announced a series of public meetings scheduled during the weeks of January 13, February 3, 10, and 17, 2025. One of the key meetings is on January 14, 2025, focusing on decommissioning and waste management, and another is on February 6, 2025, to discuss ADVANCE Act activities. These meetings will be held in Rockville, Maryland, and the public can attend in person or watch via webcast. For accessibility needs or to receive notices electronically, individuals are encouraged to contact the NRC.