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The No Man's Land Museum in Goodwell, Oklahoma, has completed an inventory of human remains under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The museum determined that there are no lineal descendants or tribes with cultural connections to these remains. However, repatriation of the remains can proceed after February 18, 2025, if requested by a lineal descendant, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization that can prove a connection. The museum undertook consultations with several tribes, though no affiliation was found.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing changes to air traffic routes in the northeastern United States to improve airspace efficiency and reduce reliance on ground-based systems. The proposal includes amending several existing routes, removing some routes entirely, and creating new routes, particularly affecting VOR Federal airways and RNAV routes (T-routes and Q-routes). These adjustments aim to support the Northeast Corridor Atlantic Coast Route Project and enhance the overall operation of the National Airspace System (NAS). Comments on the proposed changes are invited before March 5, 2021.

On the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation to honor the bravery and sacrifice of the United States Marines and Sailors who fought in this pivotal World War II battle. The proclamation highlights the significance of the battle, where despite heavy casualties, American forces secured a crucial victory in the Pacific. The act of raising the American flag on Mount Suribachi became a symbol of strength and courage. The President calls on all Americans to remember the patriotism and heroism of those who served in the conflict.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a correction to a previous rule concerning several air navigation routes and airways. The original rule, published on October 24, 2024, contained incorrect coordinates for a route point in the regulatory text for routes Q-902 and T-487. This correction fixes that error by providing the accurate coordinates. The correction takes effect on December 26, 2024.

The Department of Defense (DoD) is proposing updates to the rules governing operational contract support (OCS) outside the United States. These changes aim to broaden the scenarios where contracted support can be used, improve accountability and reporting of contractor personnel, and clarify the responsibilities of those involved. The updated rule seeks to enhance integration and oversight of contracted support as a vital defense capability, addressing areas identified as high-risk by the Government Accountability Office. Overall, these efforts intend to minimize wastage and improve the effectiveness of military operations supported by contractors.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has decided to remove the Interior least tern from the Federal List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife due to its recovery. This decision comes after a detailed review showing that the species has increased in population and no longer faces significant threats that would qualify it as endangered or threatened under the Endangered Species Act. Effective February 12, 2021, the Interior least tern is no longer protected under the Act, although it will still be covered by other regulations, such as the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. The Service will continue to monitor the species for at least five years to ensure it remains stable and prevent it from becoming endangered once more.

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 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to amend the Alaskan Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V-510 due to the decommissioning of the Anvik Nondirectional Radio Beacon (NDB) in Alaska. This amendment extends V-510 between McGrath, AK, and Big Lake, AK. The rule is set to take effect on June 12, 2025. The FAA determined that this change will not significantly impact the environment or incur adverse economic effects.

The Executive Order 13981, issued by President Donald J. Trump, focuses on protecting the United States from security risks associated with Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) made by foreign adversaries. The order outlines steps to prevent the use of taxpayer money for buying UAS that present security threats, calls for assessments of current government UAS use, and encourages prioritizing domestically produced UAS. It defines "covered UAS" as those manufactured or containing components from nations like China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and emphasizes examining how these systems are used by federal agencies. The order also directs agencies to consider replacing these UAS in future budgets.

President Joseph R. Biden Jr. issued a proclamation on January 14, 2025, to establish the Chuckwalla National Monument in southeastern California. This new monument spans approximately 624,270 acres and is located in an area rich with cultural, historical, and ecological significance. The proclamation aims to protect the region's Indigenous trails, unique geological formations, and diverse plant and animal species. The Bureau of Land Management will oversee the monument, working closely with Tribal Nations to manage it and preserve its resources for future generations.