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  • 2021-03879 — Amendment of VOR Federal Airways V-12, V-74, and V-516 in the Vicinity of Anthony, KS
    Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 11859
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to amend certain VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal airways near Anthony, Kansas. This change is necessary due to the scheduled decommissioning of the VOR component of the Anthony, KS VORTAC. The rule results in modifications to airways V-12, V-74, and V-516, with certain segments being removed. The FAA determined this action would not have significant environmental impacts and is part of keeping airspace navigation efficient and safe.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is changing some invisible flying roads in the sky near Anthony, Kansas, because a special guiding beacon there is being turned off. These changes are to ensure planes can still fly safely and smoothly along those paths.

  • 2024-30233 — Amendment of Jet Routes J-83 and J-85, and Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airways V-415 and V-605; Eastern United States
    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:89 FR 103720
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing amendments to Jet Routes J-83 and J-85, as well as VOR Federal Airways V-415 and V-605 in the eastern United States to support the relocation of the Spartanburg, SC VORTAC. This project involves adjusting several flight paths to prevent conflicts with nearby routes and updating the navigation points due to the VORTAC's new location. The FAA has determined that these changes are necessary for maintaining efficient air traffic flow and safety in the National Airspace System. Public comments on this proposed rule are invited until February 3, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to change some airplane paths in the eastern United States so planes can fly safely around a new spot they use for directions in Spartanburg, South Carolina. They are asking people to share their thoughts on these changes until February 3, 2025.