Federal Register #FAA-2026-4788

FAA Proposal to Establish RNAV Route Q-855 and Revoke Jet Route J-549 near Williston, ND

This notice outlines a proposed regulatory change by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding air navigation routes near Williston, North Dakota: - The FAA (Department of Transportation) proposes to establish Canadian Area Navigation (RNAV) Route Q-855 and revoke Jet Route J-549 - The change is in the vicinity of Williston, North Dakota, and connects to NAV Canada's Q-855 at the JARLY, ND waypoint on the U.S./Canadian border - Purpose is to align with NAV Canada's modernization of air navigation routes and to replace J-549, which is out of service due to the decommissioning of the Brandon, Manitoba VOR - No procurement of products or services is involved; this is a regulatory airspace action - Notable requirements: - Coordination with NAV Canada's route structure modernization - Transition from ground-based navigation aids to satellite-based navigation systems - No OEMs, vendors, or purchase quantities are specified, as this is not a procurement opportunity

Description

This action proposes to establish Canadian Area Navigation (RNAV) Route Q-855 and revoke Jet Route J-549 near Williston, North Dakota. The FAA aims to provide enroute continuity with NAV Canada's ongoing route structure modernization efforts. Route Q-855 would replace J-549, which is currently out of service due to the decommissioning of the Brandon, MB, Canada VOR. The new route would connect with NAV Canada's existing Q-855 at the JARLY, ND waypoint on the U.S./Canadian border.

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