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  • 2021-03522 — Revocation of Class E Airspace and Amendment of Class E Airspace; Lone Rock, WI
    Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10807
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule regarding the airspace around the Tri-County Regional Airport in Lone Rock, Wisconsin. This rule revokes the Class E surface airspace designation at the airport and revises the Class E airspace extending from 700 feet above the ground. The changes are due to the decommissioning of a navigation aid, and they update geographic coordinates to match the FAA's database. The rule is not expected to significantly impact the environment or have major negative consequences.

    Simple Explanation

    The government's flying helpers changed the rules for airplanes flying near a small airport in Wisconsin. They took away some flying space near the ground because a special helper they used to have is not there anymore, and they made sure everything matches their maps.

  • 2024-31640 — Amendment of Class E Airspace; Smith Center, KS
    Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 1033
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to amend the Class E airspace at Smith Center, Kansas. This change results from the removal of the Mankato VOR as part of a larger network program, and it aligns the airport’s geographic coordinates with the FAA's database. The amendment ensures compliance with FAA orders and supports instrument flight rule operations, with no significant economic or environmental impacts anticipated. The update takes effect on April 17, 2025, expanding the airspace radius slightly and updating its coordinates.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is changing the airspace rules around Smith Center, Kansas, to help planes fly safely without using an old system called Mankato VOR. They're making sure everything matches their maps and won't cause big changes or problems for the environment.

  • 2021-02066 — Amendment of VOR Federal Airways V-12, V-74, and V-516 in the Vicinity of Anthony, KS
    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.

  • 2021-03517 — Amendment of the Class E Airspace; Bradford, PA
    Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10814
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to amend the Class E airspace designation at the Bradford Regional Airport in Pennsylvania. This change was prompted by the removal of the Bradford VHF omnidirectional range (VOR) navigation aid, as part of the VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) Program. The amendment involves adjusting the airspace dimensions and removing outdated navigation references to improve safety and efficiency for aircraft operations at the airport. The rule is set to take effect on June 17, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is making changes to the airspace around a small airport in Bradford, Pennsylvania, to make it safer and more efficient for airplanes to fly. They're doing this because they're getting rid of an old tool that helps planes know where they are in the sky.

  • 2024-31643 — Amendment of Class E Airspace; Giddings, TX
    Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 1029
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has updated the Class E airspace around Giddings, Texas, as a result of removing an outdated navigation system, the Industry VOR. The modification extends the airspace's radius from 6.6 miles to 6.9 miles and updates the airport's geographic coordinates to align with FAA records. The changes ensure compliance with FAA regulations and support secure and efficient flight operations. This rule does not significantly impact small businesses and is exempt from environmental review due to its routine nature.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA changed the airspace around an airport in Giddings, Texas, to make it safer for planes to fly. They got rid of an old navigation system and made the space a bit bigger to help guide the planes better.

  • 2021-02045 — Proposed Amendment of Class E Airspace; Durant, OK
    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10885
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed changes to the Class E airspace around Durant Regional Airport-Eaker Field in Durant, Oklahoma. This is due to an update following the removal of certain navigation aids as part of a new program. The proposal also includes updating the airport's name and coordinates in the FAA's database. The public is welcome to submit comments on the proposal until April 9, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants to change some airspace rules around an airport in Oklahoma because they don't need certain old navigation tools anymore, and they also want to update the airport's information in their system. They are asking people to share their thoughts on this until early April 2021.

  • 2021-03521 — Amendment of Class E Airspace; Kankakee, IL
    Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10805
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced a final rule changing the Class E airspace around Greater Kankakee Airport in Illinois. This change is due to a review triggered by the shutting down of the Kankakee VOR navigation aid, part of a larger program. The modification alters the size and structure of the airspace to enhance safety and efficiency at the airport. The rule is designed to be non-controversial, with minimal impact on small businesses, and doesn't require a detailed environmental review.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA made changes to the airspace around an airport in Kankakee, Illinois because they stopped using an old navigation system. This makes flying safer and easier there.

  • 2021-02318 — Amendment of Class E Airspace; Dumas, AR
    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.

  • 2025-03574 — Revocation of Jet Route J-534 and Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V-349, Amendment of VOR Federal Airways V-23 and V-165 and Establishment of Canadian Area Navigation (RNAV) Route T-645 in Northwestern United States
    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.

  • 2024-28724 — Amendment of VOR Federal Airways V-38, V-133, and V-144, and Revocation of VOR Federal Airway V-214 in the Vicinity of Zanesville, OH
    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.

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