Federal Register #FAA-2026-7096

FAA proposes amendment and revocation of VOR Federal Airways in the eastern United States due to decommissioning of Holly Springs VORTAC.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Department of Transportation, has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding airspace changes in the eastern United States. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) - Department of Transportation - Scope of Action: - Amendment of VOR Federal Airways V-16, V-94, and V-159 - Revocation of VOR Federal Airway V-535 - Reason for Action: - Planned decommissioning of Holly Springs, MS (HLI) VOR/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) - Ensures continuity and safety of navigation routes - Impact: - Shortening and adjusting affected airways - Alternative routes and navigation options for instrument and visual flight rules pilots - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - Unique Requirements: - Airspace management and safety enhancement - Incorporation of new navigation technology and decommissioning of outdated facilities

Description

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to amend domestic Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airways V-16, V-94, and V-159, and revoke V-535 in the eastern United States. These changes are due to the planned decommissioning of the Holly Springs, MS (HLI), VOR/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC). The amendments involve shortening and adjusting affected airways to maintain safe and efficient air traffic flow, with alternative routes and navigation options available for instrument flight rules (IFR) and visual flight rules (VFR) pilots. Comments on the proposal are invited until August 6, 2026.

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