Federal Register #FAA-2025-0558

FAA Announces Airport Land Sale and Decommissioning of Remote Communications Outlets

This notice from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), under the Department of Transportation, announces two major actions: - Release and sale of 77.80 acres of federally obligated airport property at North Platte Regional Airport (LBF), Nebraska - Property to be sold to Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District for non-aviation use, specifically for dredging and operations related to the North Platte River and diversion dam - Final decision to decommission 674 Remote Communications Outlets (RCOs) and 170 VOR voice outlets used by Flight Service Stations - 262 outlets will be retained to ensure continued communication coverage for pilots - Decommissioning applies to the conterminous United States, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico - Action supports FAA modernization efforts and is expected to yield significant cost savings while maintaining safety and essential aeronautical services - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as the actions pertain to government-owned infrastructure and property disposition, not procurement of new products or services - No products or services are being requested or purchased as part of this notice

Description

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final decision to decommission 674 remote communications outlets (RCOs), including 504 RCOs and 170 VOR voice outlets, while retaining 262 outlets. This action affects Flight Service Stations within the conterminous United States, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. The decision follows public comments and additional safety analyses, aiming to balance modernization objectives with the continued availability of essential aeronautical services. The decommissioning will begin on September 3, 2026, and is expected to result in annual cost savings of approximately $4.8 million.

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